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David Juliano, Charles Wallace discuss each other’s strengths/weaknesses week before they fight one another Interviews MMA News 

David Juliano, Charles Wallace discuss each other’s strengths/weaknesses week before they fight one another

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David Juliano is set to defend his Maverick MMA amateur flyweight title next Saturday, June 23 when he meets challenger Charles Wallace at Maverick MMA 8 at the Econo Lodge in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Juliano, 27, out of K-Dojo Warrior Tribe holds a 5-3 record and is one of the Maverick MMA organization’s most personable characters as evident by his highly... Read More
If Nick Newell needs DWTNCS opponent, Scott Heckman ready to ‘take that fight tomorrow’ MMA News SFLC Podcast 

If Nick Newell needs DWTNCS opponent, Scott Heckman ready to ‘take that fight tomorrow’

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The UFC has always been the world’s premier MMA organization and fighters work, grind and dream to one day have the opportunity to grace the Octagon to hone their craft. The problem is, as with most dreams, getting there is very difficult. Scott Heckman is the reigning, defending Maverick MMA featherweight champion. With 35 professional fights under his belt, including... Read More
Hawaii native Federico Vento erupts after fan fuels fire at Maverick MMA 7 MMA News 

Hawaii native Federico Vento erupts after fan fuels fire at Maverick MMA 7

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Hawaii native Federico Vento entered the Maverick MMA heptagon Saturday night with a lot on his mind.  The 22-year old professional mixed martial artist left his home state approximately a week after much of the region had been destroyed as a result of the Kīlauea volcanic eruption so that he could compete in a pro MMA bout in Allentown, PA.... Read More
Maverick MMA 7 Results – Scott Heckman vs. Ryan Kim Cafaro Event Results MMA News 

Maverick MMA 7 Results – Scott Heckman vs. Ryan Kim Cafaro

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Photos by William McKee Maverick MMA held Maverick MMA 7 tonight at the Econo Lodge in Allentown, PA.  Organizational featherweight champion Scott Heckman put his featherweight title on the line against challenger, Ryan Kim Cafaro. Heckman has been with Maverick MMA since the promotion’s debut, where the 145-pound champion has not lost a fight since his return to the sport.... Read More
Turpal Khamzayev : Amateurs wouldn’t fight me, no choice but to turn pro Interviews MMA News 

Turpal Khamzayev : Amateurs wouldn’t fight me, no choice but to turn pro

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When Turpal Khamzayev walks out of the Maverick MMA heptagon this Saturday night he plans to have in his possession a perfect 1-0 professional mixed martial arts record.  The 20-year old K–Dojo Warrior Tribe fighter amassed a 5-3 record an amateur and will be making the leap to the pro division at Maverick MMA 7 on May 12. Khamzayez is not... Read More
OPINION: Winner of Maverick MMA 7 headliner could earn DWTNCS spot Opinion 

OPINION: Winner of Maverick MMA 7 headliner could earn DWTNCS spot

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Dana White’s Tuesday Night Contender Series (DWTNCS) will return to UFC Fight Pass beginning June 12.  The show which is filmed at the Ultimate Fighter Gym in Las Vegas pairs top fighters from regional promoters against one another with the opportunity to earn a UFC contract should they impress organizational frontman, Dana White. According to a report from MMAJunkie, “Nevada... Read More
“Korean Thunder” Ryan Kim Cafaro focused on first pro title shot at Maverick MMA 7 Interviews MMA News 

“Korean Thunder” Ryan Kim Cafaro focused on first pro title shot at Maverick MMA 7

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When “Korean Thunder” Ryan Kim Cafaro was just beginning his career as an amateur mixed martial arts fighter, Scott “the Animal” Heckman (26-8) was fighting in main events and trying to pave his own path to a UFC contract.  Heckman it seemed, had always been on the cusp of the big show, but was never given the opportunity.  “The Animal”... Read More
Malek Mahmoud responds to Vladimir Kasbekov, wants rematch in “any weight class” Interviews MMA News Video 

Malek Mahmoud responds to Vladimir Kasbekov, wants rematch in “any weight class”

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Malek Mahmoud (1-1) recaps his split decision loss to Vladimir Kasbekov (4-2) at Maverick MMA 6 on Apr. 14. Malek also talks about the comments Vlad made in his post-fight interview, why he wants a rematch in any weight class and how soon he can return to the cage. Watch Malek Mahmoud interview below: Several days prior to Mahmoud’s interview,... Read More
Vladimir Kazbekov Talks Maverick MMA Bantamweight Title Victory Interviews MMA News Video 

Vladimir Kazbekov Talks Maverick MMA Bantamweight Title Victory

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Vladimir Kazbekov (4-2) recaps his split decision win over Malek Mahmoud (1-1) at Maverick MMA 6 where he won the bantamweight championship. Vlad also talks about his weight cut ahead of the matchup, his performance in the fight and fighting close to home in his next fight. Vlad had did not have many pleasantries to exchange about his opponent last... Read More