FRIDAY, JUNE 16
LFA 160: SWEENEY vs. BEGOSSO
MAIN EVENT:
“HOLLYWOOD”
JOHN SWEENEY
vs.
“MINI”
ALLAN BEGOSSO
BANTAMWEIGHT WORLD TITLE FIGHT
CO-MAIN EVENT:
“THE MINDLESS HULK”
DYLAN BUDKA
vs.
“THE KINGPIN”
AZAMAT BEKOEV
INTERIM MIDDLEWEIGHT WORLD TITLE FIGHT
OWENSBORO SPORTSCENTER
OWENSBORO, KENTUCKY
LIVE on UFC FIGHT PASS® at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT
VIP SEATING SOLD OUT!
Limited tickets are still available at OwensboroTickets.com
OWENSBORO, Kentucky — On Thursday, June 15th, LFA hosted the weigh-in for LFA 160: Sweeney vs. Begosso from the Holiday Inn Owensboro Riverfront in Owensboro, Kentucky. The main event will feature a bantamweight world title fight between top contenders John “Hollywood” Sweeney (12-3) and Allan “Mini” Begosso (7-2-1). Then in the co-main event, the interim middleweight title will be on the line between Dylan “The Mindless Hulk” Budka (5-1) and “Iron” Azamat Bekoev (15-3).
LFA 160 will feature veteran MMA commentator Ron Kruck, who will be joined in the booth by former UFC star and Strikeforce champion Gilbert “El Niño” Melendez. The Brazilian-Portuguese commentary team will consist of former UFC light-heavyweight champion Lyoto Machida and Brazilian MMA analyst Max Soares. They will call the action live inside the Owensboro Sportscenter in Owensboro, Kentucky.
Every fighter, except Josiah Harrell, made their contracted weight when they stepped on the scales. Harrell will now fight Michael Roberts in a catchweight bout. LFA 160 will proceed with eleven bouts, which includes the championship doubleheader at the top of the card. The main card will be available tomorrow night LIVE on UFC FIGHT PASS® at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT. Tickets are available for purchase on OwensboroTickets.com.
LFA 160 WEIGH-IN RESULTS:
Main Card (Available worldwide on UFC FIGHT PASS®):
Main Event | Bantamweight Title Bout (135 lb)
John Sweeney (135 ) vs. Allan Begosso (135)
Co-Main Event | Interim Middleweight Title Bout (185 lb)
Dylan Budka (185) vs. Azamat Bekoev (185)
Catchweight Bout (150 lb)
Nathan Williams (150) vs. Cortavious Romious (149.8)
Catchweight Bout (160 lb)
Mike Roberts (160.6) vs. Josiah Harrell (162)***
Heavyweight Bout (265 lb)
Aaron Bush (252.2) vs. Cameron Kinzig (262)
Women’s Flyweight Bout (125 lb)
Aline Pereira (124) vs. Chelsea Conner (124.8)
Preliminary Card:
Heavyweight Bout (265 lb)
Brooks Black (252.4) vs. Dieye Papa Badara (245.4)
Welterweight Bout (170 lb)
Damon Bell (171) vs. Alonzo Turner (170)
Middleweight Bout (185 lb)
Trent Nott (184.4) vs. Mataeo Garner (185.4)
Flyweight Bout (125 lb)
Izik Yakobov (125.8) vs. Joshua Perreira (125.8)
Women’s Strawweight Bout (115 lb)
Jayde Sheeley (115.8) vs. Diamond Long (115)
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 competing 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.
