CFFC brings championship quadruple-header to Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City on Friday, April 12
Tickets on sale now for CFFC 131, including the return of reigning champions Luke Fernandez, Greg Velasco
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. – Cage Fury Fighting Championships (CFFC) officials are excited to reveal the initial details of an absolute blockbuster lineup for "CFFC 131: Fernandez vs. Dicke," set for Friday, April 12, at New Jersey's Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City and featuring an incredible four championship contests.
Topping the bill is reigning light heavyweight champion and New Jersey's own Luke Fernandez (3-0), who looks to defend his title for the first time when he takes on 26-fight veteran Will "The Franchise" Dicke (19-7). Additional championship matchups include an intriguing interim lightweight title fight between a pair of undefeated prospects in knockout artist "Ruthless" Robert Varricchio (5-0) and the battle-tested Morquez "Black Clover" Forest (4-0), as well as an interim featherweight title bout between undefeated prospect Anthony Dilemme (5-0) and the dangerous Frank "Chopper" Wells (5-3).
Finally, it's the return of reigning heavyweight champion Greg "The Viking King" Velasco (6-1), who puts his belt on the line against undefeated CFFC newcomer "Berserk" Bailey Schoenfelder (4-0).
Also expected for the unbelievably loaded fight card are recent CFFC title challenger Armando Gjetja (8-4), undefeated bantamweight prospect Christian McAuley (3-0), former CFFC NextGen bantamweight champion Riley Palmer (2-0), gritty bantamweight veteran Ricardo "AK-47" Fuentes (5-3), undefeated flyweight prospect "Relentless" Ryan Burgos (1-0), seven-time CFFC veteran Eric "Night Time" Nolan (4-3), all-action bantamweight scrapper Tom "Pooch" Picciano (4-2), and former CFFC NextGen middleweight champion Nick Galanti (1-0), among others.
Tickets are on sale now at CFFC.tv. The night's main card streams live on UFC FIGHT PASS, with preliminary bouts streaming exclusively on OnlyFans.
"As we continue expand our promotion across the country, Atlantic City will always remain the home of CFFC, and we are incredibly excited to bring another stacked event to the Boardwalk," CFFC CEO Rob Haydak said. "Four spectacular championship fights will close the night, but this card will be all-action from the start and absolutely should not be missed, so get your tickets quickly.
"Luke Fernandez looks destined for the sport's highest stage, and a successful defense of his title will go a long way toward proving his readiness, but now he's facing by far the most experienced opponent of his career. Meanwhile, with current champions Robert Watley and Jose Perez each unavailable for the time being, we've got two incredible matchups for interim belts with Robert Varricchio and Morquez Clover at lightweight in an incredibly exciting matchup, as well as Anthony Dilemme and Frank Wells in a fantastic featherweight fight. Of course, Greg Velasco always looks to put on a show, and he is now facing a dangerous challenger to his crown, as well. This is truly going to be an incredible night of fights."
A complete lineup of matchups at CFFC 131 will be announced shortly. WWE superstar and two-time UFC veteran CM Punk calls the action alongside longtime MMA journalist and broadcaster John Morgan for UFC FIGHT PASS.
Stay tuned to CFFC.tv for future announcements regarding CFFC 131.
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, CFFC Match Day & CFFC Muay Thai.
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 us at CFFC.tv.