New York’s Times Square to host Victory Fighting League MMA fights
Victory Fighting League’s free MMA exhibition on August 15 in Times Square highlights the sport’s evolution and growing cultural acceptance.
On Friday, August 15, Times Square will serve as the backdrop for a landmark moment in combat sports: the first professionally sanctioned Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) fight card to be staged in the iconic Broadway Plaza and Duffy Square. Hosted by Victory Fighting League (VFL), the event represents a significant intersection of sport, cultural visibility, and urban public engagement.
Unlike past Times Square activations centered on brand showcases or public performances, this ticketed event introduces a fully professional MMA lineup to one of the busiest pedestrian zones in the United States.
“Hosting an MMA event in Times Square removes the barriers that often separate martial arts from the everyday viewer,” said a league representative. “This initiative invites the public to observe the discipline and structure that define this sport.”
Professional Fight Card Featuring National-Level Talent
The main card will highlight seven high-profile matchups featuring nationally recognized professional fighters. The lineup includes:
–Main Event: Julio Arce vs. Sheymon Moraes
–Co-Main Event: Solomon Renfro Jr. vs. TJ Brown
-Joe Taylor vs. Justin Sumter
-Jay Pressley vs. Tom Picciano
-Mikael Reinoso vs. Casey Norton
-John Odea vs. Roman Kurashvili
-Hakeem Jackson vs. Jordan Morgan
