WORLD CLASS BANTAMWEIGHT BOUT HEADLINES LFA 230 IN OKLAHOMA

LFA 230: FRANKLIN vs. UREÑA

Presented by MONSTER ENERGY

MAIN EVENT

BANTAMWEIGHT BOUT

XAVIER FRANKLIN (6-1-1) vs. MICAIAS UREÑA (11-3)

GRAND CASINO HOTEL & RESORT

SHAWNEE, OKLAHOMA

LIVE on VICE TV at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT

Tickets available at GrandBoxOffice.com

Las Vegas, NV — LFA CEO Ed Soares announced today that the promotion will return to the Grand Casino Hotel & Resort in Shawnee, Oklahoma, on Friday, April 3rd, 2026. This marks the promotion’s first visit to Oklahoma in 3 years, as they bring another high-level night of mixed martial arts action to the Sooner State.

LFA 230: Franklin vs. Ureña, presented by Monster Energy, will be headlined by a pivotal bantamweight main event between Dominican Republic standout Micaias “The Pink Ranger” Ureña (11-3) and American contender Xavier Franklin (6-1-1). Doors will open at 5:00 p.m., with the preliminary card beginning at 5:30 p.m., followed by the main card at 8:00 p.m.

Tickets are available now at GrandBoxOffice.com, or phone at 405-964-7623. The event will be broadcast LIVE in the United States on VICE TV at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT

“This is a great bantamweight matchup for our return to Shawnee,” stated Soares. “ Xavier is a hungry, talented contender looking to take the next step in his career. Micaias is an experienced and aggressive fighter who has consistently delivered exciting performances. Oklahoma fans can expect a fast-paced and world class main event.”

Xavier Franklin, a dynamic American bantamweight known for his athleticism, durability, and well-rounded skill set. With a record of 6-1-1, Franklin has steadily built momentum and now faces the toughest test of his professional career against a battle-tested international opponent.

Standing across from him will be Micaias Ureña representing the Dominican Republic. Ureña has built his reputation through an aggressive style, finishing instincts, and composure against experienced opposition. A seasoned competitor on the regional and international circuit, he enters LFA 230 looking to solidify his position in the bantamweight division.

Currently Announced Fight Card: (Additional bouts to be announced)

Main Card (Exclusively on VICE TV & LFA FIGHT NETWORK™ at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT)

Main Event | Bantamweight Bout (135 lb)

Xavier Franklin (6-1-1) vs. Micaias Ureña (11-3)

Heavyweight Bout (265 lb)

Nyle Bartling (9-2) vs. Charlie Cleveland (5-1)

Middleweight Bout (185 lb)

David Wright (5-2) vs. John Moore (6-1)

Featherweight Bout (145 lb)

Nick Fields (5-3) vs. Elias Rodriguez (3-0)

Light-Heavyweight Bout (205 lb)

Finn Martin (1-0) vs. Chris Conners (1-0)

Bantamweight Bout (135 lb)

Nick O’Brien (5-3) vs. Jose Intriago (2-2)

Featherweight Bout (145 lb)

Malik Thompson (0-0) vs. Alpha Yero (0-0)

Lightweight Bout (155 lb)

Carson Robnett (2-1) vs. Mason Seth (3-0)

Flyweight Bout (125 lb)

Joseph Hobbs (2-0) vs. Kanean Catron (2-1)

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About LFA:

LFA is a professional Mixed Martial Arts promotion that was formed by the powerhouse merger between RFA and Legacy FC in 2017. It has launched the careers of over 350 athletes that have reached the pinnacle of MMA by competing in the UFC. LFA presents live Mixed Martial Arts events on a monthly basis around the world including Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Denver, Dallas, Phoenix, Rio de Janeiro, and São Paulo. Based in Las Vegas, NV, LFA is one of the most active and respected MMA organizations in the fastest growing sport in the world. The promotion owns and operates LFA FIGHT NETWORK™ , a premium YouTube channel that features live combat sports events alongside live LFA Prelims and historical fights.

Please visit LFA.com for updates and information. Visit the official LFA YouTube channel (LFA FIGHT NETWORK™) at @LFAfights. Follow LFA on social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and X)

About VICE TV:

VICE TV delivers a powerful mix of culture-defining originals, bold entertainment and live alternative sports across television and digital. The Emmy®-winning international television network from VICE Media Group, in partnership with A+E, is available in 40 million U.S. cable, telco, and satellite homes and to multiple licensees worldwide. To cater to the growing global demand for sports content, in 2025 the network launched a slate of live event programming (Arena Football One, BKB Bare Knuckle Boxing, LFA, Major League Volleyball, Professional Fighters League) and sports-focused docuseries and specials. Current and previous programming includes Out of Bounds, an investigative documentary franchise from VICE Studios; Chasing Speed from the National Hot Rod Association (NHRA); Don’t Call it a Comeback

with host Noah Eagle, from Front Office Sports Studios, Skydance Sports, and NFL Films; NFL Classics: After Further Review, with host Kyle Brandt, from Omaha Productions in association with NFL Films; Brady vs Belichick: The Verdict, with host Christopher “Mad Dog” Russo; Pitino: Red Storm Rising and Calipari: Razor’s Edge; VICE Studios’ Dark Side of the Cage, Dark Side of the Ring Hell’s Angels and United Gangs of America; The Grudge; and Sports Gone Wrong.

For more information, visit VICETV.com; follow VICE TV on social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and X); find viewing and streaming options here.

About GRAND CASINO HOTEL & RESORT:

Located a short drive east of Oklahoma City on Interstate 40, our casino features over 125,000 square feet of gaming space filled with over 2,000 of the newest, Vegas-style slots as well as Oklahoma’s only Keno lounge. We also feature a luxury 14 story hotel tower and several great dining selections. When it comes to entertainment we at the Grand Casino deliver world class shows from Vegas-style acts to national caliber events including all music genres, comedians, sporting events, and poker championships. Learn more at Grand ResortOK.com

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