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LFA 222 – Pires vs. Belakh
November 14
LFA 222: Pires vs. Belakh, presented by Monster Energy, will be available worldwide on UFC FIGHT PASS® at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT.
Tickets for the event are available now at Ticketmaster.com
“We’re excited to return to Foxwoods after the incredible success of our last event there,” stated Soares. “Vinicius Pires has proven himself as one of the most dangerous bantamweights in the sport, and Artem Belakh is a top international challenger hungry to make a statement. This matchup represents everything the LFA stands for — world-class prospects competing at the highest level.”
Vinicius Pires (11-1) captured the LFA bantamweight world title in March in Brazil, when he submitted an Argentinian opponent to claim the vacant belt. A Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt known for his finishing instincts, Pires combines technical precision with constant forward pressure, making him one of the most dangerous champions on the LFA roster. Fighting out of Brazil, he now looks to defend his title for the first time on U.S. soil and showcase his world-class submission game to a global audience.
Artem Belakh (10-2) is a highly skilled prospect from Kazakhstan making his long-awaited LFA debut. Known for his balanced skill set and relentless pace, Belakh mixes sharp boxing combinations with strong grappling fundamentals and high fight IQ. The Kazakh standout holds a 90% finish rate in his MMA wins and now looks to make an immediate impact by capturing the LFA bantamweight world title in his promotional debut at Foxwoods Resort Casino.