Cage Fury Fighting Championships' thrilling Next Generation series returns to Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City on Saturday, November 7
Tickets on sale now for CFFC NextGen 5, featuring Mike O'Brien vs. Trig Tennant, Katie Ramos vs. Berea Clark in championship headliners
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. – Cage Fury Fighting Championships (CFFC) officials are excited to reveal details for the promotion's final Next Generation series card of 2026, which takes place Saturday, November 7, at the spectacular Sound Waves at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City, right on the historic Atlantic City Boardwalk.
Featuring a pair of championships matchups at the top of the bill and utilizing the New Jersey State Athletic Control Board's designated weight classes, "CFFC NextGen 5: O'Brien vs. Tennant" will once again feature top developing talent squaring off in an intimate venue, ensuring an electric atmosphere and non-stop entertainment from start to finish.
In the night's main event, Dante Rivera BJJ's Mike "The Ironman" O'Brien (4-1) takes on The Foundry's "Tenacious" Trig Tennant (7-1) for the organization's vacant 147-pound title. Meanwhile, the co-main event sees a pair of undefeated athletes facing off for the promotion's inaugural 118-pound title, as Carnicella MMA's Katie "Cat Woman" Ramos (4-0) meets Daniel Gracie Team Michigan's Berea Clark (3-0).
"We have had an incredible year full of memorable events at Cage Fury Fighting Championships, but some of my absolute favorite fight card have featured our NextGen series, and this lineup is no different," CFFC CEO Rob Haydak said. "The talent level of these athletes is unbelievable, and when you feature them in an incredible setting like Sound Waves, coupled with our signature level of fast-paced, high-energy live event production, it makes for an absolutely electric atmosphere that is simply not to be missed. Every of one of our NextGen cards has featured a sold-out venue, and this will be no different, so get your tickets early and join us for another incredible night of entertainment."
Additional matchups already confirmed for the card include Carnicella MMA's Joe Lepore (4-0) vs. Berserkers MMA's Ahmed "The Wolverine" Carmino (5-2), Semper Fi and Marquez MMA's Liam "The Ginga Ninja" O'Toole (4-1) vs. The MMA Institute's Diego Espinoza (3-0), Legion Muay Thai and Nick Catone MMA's Rob Scopelliti (1-1) vs. K Dojo Warrior Tribe's David Fardzinov (2-0), Marquez MMA's Nikoloz Tsintsadze (3-3) vs. Brojo MMA's David Crow (3-3), Marquez MMA and Webb Fitness & MMA's Isaac Pantano (2-0) vs. Grappling University Martial Arts' Kelvin "El Sicario" Cruz (Debut), Algeo MMA's Sean "Sweet Dreams" Casey (2-3) vs. Stout Training Pittsburgh's Maximillian "Maverick" Jarrell (2-3), "Kijin" Maxudali Lutfaliev (Debut) vs. 302 BJJ's Luis "Sito" Pena (1-1) and Marquez MMA's Nika Bareladze (Debut) vs. 302 BJJ's Shawn Young (Debut).
As always, athletes taking part in CFFC NextGen 5 will receive a level of support never before seen in the amateur ranks, including assistance with the costs of pre-fight medicals, travel, lodging and more, while coaches will also receive support in covering traditional out-of-pocket expenses, as CFFC officials seek to identify the top up-and-coming athletes from across the nation.
Tickets for CFFC NextGen 5 are on sale now at CFFC.tv.
Stay tuned to CFFC.tv for future announcements regarding CFFC NextGen 5.
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 Next Generation 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 us at CFFC.tv.