Cage Fury Fighting Championships brings championship doubleheader to Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City
Tickets on sale now for CFFC 128, set for Friday, December 15 and streaming live on UFC FIGHT PASS
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. – Cage Fury Fighting Championships (CFFC) returns home once again to the historic Atlantic City Boardwalk on Friday, December 15, when the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City plays host to a pair of highly anticipated championship matchups, as well as a loaded lineup of fast-rising mixed martial arts stars, at CFFC 128.
In the night's main event, reigning CFFC lightweight champion Robert "Contact" Watley (13-3) puts his title on the line for the first time when he faces a promotional newcomer riding a six-fight win streak in Albania's Armando Gjetja (8-3). Additionally, the night's co-main event sees the vacant CFFC light heavyweight title up for grabs, with former CFFC NextGen champ Luke Fernandez (2-0) looking to capture a second belt for the promotion when he meets proven finisher Peter New (4-2).
Additional notables already confirmed for the card include perennial fan-favorite Eddy "The Taino Warrior" Torres (4-1), former CFFC NextGen bantamweight champion Riley Palmer (1-0), undefeated knockout artist "Ruthless" Robert Varricchio (4-0), six-time CFFC veteran Eric "Night Time" Nolan (4-2), undefeated bantamweight prospect Christian McAuley (3-0), Longo & Weidman MMA standout Anthony Dilemme (4-0), former CFFC NextGen flyweight champion Jerry Lleshi (1-1), and the always exciting Tom "Pooch" Picciano (4-1).
Tickets are on sale now at CFFC.tv. The event streams live on UFC FIGHT PASS.
"As CFFC continues to expand across the nation, we still look forward to each and every time we're able to return to our original home in New Jersey, where there's always an absolutely electric environment at the incredible Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City," CFFC CEO Rob Haydak said. "This event is certainly no exception, and the lineup our matchmakers are building right now is going to make this one of the most stacked cards we've ever put together, so get your tickets quickly, and get ready for another night of the fast-paced, high-energy MMA events that you have come to expect from CFFC."
Watley earned the CFFC lightweight belt in July, returning from nearly four years away from competition and claiming an emotionally charged decision win over then-champ Cedric Gunnison. He now looks to defend the title and take another step in his mission of returning to the sport's top international promotions. Meanwhile, Gjetja looks to add to the recent successes of his countrymen Dennis "The Great" Buzukja and former CFFC bantamweight champion Vilson "The Strong Eagle" Ndregjoni as he steps into the CFFC 128 headliner on the strength of a run that includes three wins by knockout.
A full lineup of matchups at CFFC 128 will be announced shortly. Professional wrestling superstar and two-time UFC veteran CM Punk calls the action alongside award-winning MMA journalist John Morgan for UFC FIGHT PASS.
Stay tuned to CFFC.tv for future announcements regarding CFFC 128.
ABOUT CAGE FURY FIGHTING CHAMPIONSHIPS:
Considered one of the best developmental mixed martial arts organizations in the world, Cage Fury Fighting Championships (CFFC) hosts events across the United States with an emphasis on cultivating the best and brightest talent in the sport. CFFC events are broadcast live on UFC FIGHT PASS, the leading digital subscription service for fight fans, and include the company's flagship mixed martial arts events, as well as FURY Professional Grappling and CFFC Match Day.
Founded in 2006, CFFC has served as home to a variety of combat sports stars, including Aljamain Sterling, Paul Felder, Sean Brady, Pat Sabatini, Katlyn Chookagian, Shane Burgos, Merab Dvalishvili, Anthony Smith, Jared Gordon, Kimbo Slice, Jimmie Rivera, Jim Miller and Nick Catone, among others. Led by its respected CEO Rob Haydak, CFFC's executive team consists of sports and entertainment industry executives who have worked for some of the most prestigious brands in the world. For inquiries regarding partnership/sponsorship opportunities please contact via CFFC.tv/contact.