John Sweeney and Azamat Bekoev become LFA champions at LFA 160

OWENSBORO, Kentucky — In a highly-anticipated showdown for the vacant LFA bantamweight title, John “Hollywood” Sweeney defeated Allan “Mini” Begosso via Unanimous Decision (50-45, 49-46, 49-46). Jones became the promotion’s tenth 135-pound champion. In the co-main event, “Iron” Azamat Bekoev defeated Dylan “The Mindless Hulk” Budka via Split Decision (48-47, 47-48, 48-47) to become the LFA interim middleweight champion. The other fight results can be found below:

 

LFA 160 WEIGH-IN RESULTS:

Main Card (Available worldwide on UFC FIGHT PASS®):

Main Event | Bantamweight Title Bout (135 lb)
John Sweeney vs. Allan Begosso via Unanimous Decision (50-45, 49-46, 49-46).

Co-Main Event | Interim Middleweight Title Bout (185 lb)
Azamat Bekoev def. Dylan Budka via Split Decision (48-47, 47-48, 48-47).

Catchweight Bout (150 lb)
Cortavious Romious def. Nathan Williams via Submission (Armbar) at 2:08 of Round 1.

Catchweight Bout (160 lb)
Josiah Harrell def. Mike Roberts via TKO (Ground n’ Pound) at 3:27 of Round 3.

Heavyweight Bout (265 lb)
Cameron Kinzig def. Aaron Bush via TKO (Retirement) at 5:00 of Round 1.

Women’s Flyweight Bout (125 lb)
Aline Pereira def. Chelsea Conner via Unanimous Decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27).

 

Preliminary Card:

Heavyweight Bout (265 lb)
Dieye Papa Badara def. Brooks Black via TKO (Punch and Ground n’ Pound) at 0:37 of Round 2.

Welterweight Bout (170 lb)
Alonzo Turner def. Damon Bell via Submission (Rear Naked Choke) at 3:26 of Round 1.

Middleweight Bout (185 lb)
Mataeo Garner def. Trent Nott via TKO (Ground n’ Pound) at 0:48 of Round 2.

Flyweight Bout (125 lb)
Joshua Perreira def. Izik Yakobov via TKO (Ground n’ Pound) at 1:04 of Round 3.

Women’s Strawweight Bout (115 lb)
Jayde Sheeley def. Diamond Long via Submission (Armbar) at 1:46 of Round 1.

 

In 2017, RFA and Legacy FC merged to form LFA, the premier developmental organization in Mixed Martial Arts. The combined forces of LFA launched the careers of over 280 athletes that have reached the pinnacle of MMA by competingg in the UFC. In 2018, the promotion joined the Imperial Family Companies group (formerly London Trust Media). In 2019, the promotion announced a broadcast partnership with UFC FIGHT PASS®. In 2021, the LFA expanded internationally by hosting multiple events in Brazil.

Please visit LFA.com for bout updates and information. Visit the official LFA Youtube page at @LFA_Fighting. LFA is on Facebook at Facebook.com/LFAfighting. LFA is also on Instagram at @LFAfighting and Twitter at @LFAfighting.

About LFA:
LFA is a professional Mixed Martial Arts promotion that gives rising stars and top contenders the opportunity to prove their talent to fans and leaders in the industry. LFA was formed by the powerhouse merger between RFA and Legacy FC. LFA presents live Mixed Martial Arts events on a monthly basis around the United States including Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Denver, Dallas, and Houston. 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 Octagon, Ultimate Fighting Championship®, UFC®, and the eight-sided competition mat and cage design are registered trademarks owned exclusively by Zuffa, LLC. All rights reserved).

About UFC FIGHT PASS®:
UFC FIGHT PASS® is the world’s leading digital subscription service for combat sports. Since launching in 2013, UFC FIGHT PASS is now available in more than 200 countries and territories. FIGHT PASS provides its members with unlimited access to live UFC FIGHT PASS Prelims; live mixed martial arts and combat sports from around the world; original series and historical programming; special features; behind-the-scenes content; in-depth interviews; and up-to-the minute reports on the world of combat sports. UFC FIGHT PASS subscribers also have 24/7 access to the world’s largest fight library, featuring more than 20,000 bouts from dozens of combats sports organizations, as well as every fight in UFC history. Fight fans can access UFC FIGHT PASS on personal computers, iOS and Android mobile devices, Apple TV, Xbox One, Amazon Fire TV, Chromecast, Roku, Samsung Smart TVs, LG Smart TVs, and Sony TVs with Android TV. For more information, please visit UFCFightPass.com.

About IMPERIAL FAMILY COMPANIES:
The Imperial Family Companies maintains a diversified portfolio with one common theme: bringing power to the people. The IFC is proud to partner with the LFA management team to showcase the greatest talents of tomorrow. Learn more about the IFC at ImperialFamily.com.

About OWENSBORO SPORTSCENTER:
The Owensboro Sportscenter, located at 1215 Hickman Avenue, is a multi-purpose 5,000 seat arena which went through a multi-million dollar renovation in 1997. The Sportscenter hosts concerts, sporting events, trade shows, conventions, meetings, and receptions. The Sportscenter is the home of the 8-time Division II national champion Kentucky Wesleyan Panthers basketball team. Additional information is available at OwensboroSportscenter.com.

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