Undefeated champ Luke Fernandez headlines CFFC's return to Atlantic City Boardwalk on Friday, August 16

'CFFC 134: Fernandez vs. Dicke' features rescheduled matchup with Will Dicke, live on UFC FIGHT PASS

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. – Cage Fury Fighting Championships (CFFC) officials are excited to confirm a new date for a highly anticipated light heavyweight championship bout between reigning titleholder and New Jersey's own Luke Fernandez (3-0) and 26-fight veteran Will "The Franchise" Dicke (19-7).

The rescheduled matchup now headlines the promotion's return to the historic Atlantic City Boardwalk on Friday, August 16, when "CFFC 134: Fernandez vs. Dicke" takes place at New Jersey's Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City.

Additional matchups already confirmed for a loaded lineup at the event include former CFFC NextGen bantamweight champion Riley Palmer (2-0) vs. dangerous four-time CFFC veteran Hunter "Showtime" Starner (3-2), former CFFC flyweight champion Santo Curatolo (6-4) vs. promotional newcomer Casey "The Wonderbread Warrior" Norton (4-2), former CFFC NextGen flyweight champion Nick Gebhard (0-1) vs. first-time professional Bryce "El Niño" Layme (Pro debut) and former CFFC NextGen middleweight champion Nick Galanti (2-0) vs. Brandon Holmes (3-0)

Other athletes expected to appear on the card include undefeated flyweight "Relentless" Ryan Burgos (2-0), eight-time CFFC veteran Paul Capaldo (7-1), Colombia's own Ricardo "AK-47" Fuentes (6-3), undefeated middleweight Nick Galanti (2-0), former CFFC NextGen flyweight champion Jerry Lleshi (2-1), eight-time CFFC veteran Eric "Night Time" Nolan, returning prospect Tyree Sutton (1-0), recent CFFC title challenger "Ruthless" Robert Varricchio (5-1), and the always dangerous Frank "Chopper" Wells (5-3).

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.

"Luke Fernandez and Will Dicke is a fantastic matchup, and we were certainly disappointed when it fell apart in April due to injury, both guys really wanted to make this fight, so we're excited to put it back together for our return to Atlantic City," CFFC CEO Rob Haydak said. "Luke has been with us from the very beginning of his amateur career and now looks to be on the cusp of an invitation to a top international promotion, but Will has been on absolute fire since he rededicated his life to the sport and is by far the most experienced opponent Luke has ever faced. This is a big opportunity for both men and should be an amazing fight.

"On top of that, there is so much talent coming out of New Jersey and the surrounding areas right now, and we're happy to give them a platform to prove they are the future of this sport. This card is quickly filling with some incredible names, and anyone who's ever been to one of our shows in Atlantic City can tell you the energy steps up just a little bit extra when our own backyard, so get your tickets quickly for another incredible night of action and entertainment."

A complete lineup for CFFC 134 will be announced shortly. WWE superstar and two-time UFC veteran CM Punk calls the action alongside longtime MMA journalist and broadcaster John Morgan.

Stay tuned to CFFC.tv for future announcements regarding CFFC 134.

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.