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Tom Picciano fired up ahead of CFFC 116 clash with Damion Nelson: 'I'm going to put a hurting on this boy, for real'

Tom Picciano doesn't really know fellow featherweight Damion Nelson all that well, but he's absolutely positive that he doesn't like him.

Linked together for a few previous bouts that ultimately didn't materialize, Picciano is ready to finally step in the cage with Nelson, and he's promising to make it a violent affair…

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Ian Allston: The man who beat John Jones grinding 14-hour days in UFC pursuit

Former CFFC NextGen heavyweight champion Ian Allston is a realist.

Sure, he has dreams of fighting at the sport's highest level, and as a heavyweight, he knows that path can be shorter for him than athletes in other divisions. But for now, he understands there is much work left to be done…

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'I'm looking to make a statement," - Matt Caracappa talks about his journey to CFFC

For Matt Caracappa, CFFC 116 is the perfect opportunity to make a statement. The lightweight is looking to make his return to the cage for the first time in over three years a memorable one...

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From U.S. Marine to CFFC Prospect: The Tale of Eric “Night Time” Nolan

Eric ‘Night Time” Nolan (2-1) made his professional debut last year at CFFC 104, after winning CFFC’s Next-Gen Welterweight belt at CFFC 95. On December 16th, Nolan will look to make it two wins in a row at CFFC 116…

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After three-year layoff, CFFC 116 headliner Tyler Mathison 'all in' on MMA career

For as long as he can remember, Minnesota's Tyler Mathison just knew he'd be a fighter, and at 19 years old, he stepped into the cage for the very first time…

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"This is the best version of me," - Eddy Torres Returns to the Cage at CFFC 116

Last year, Eddy “The Taino Warrior” Torres (4-0) found himself in the same spot where he is now, preparing for fight night. Last year however, Torres was looking forward to one of the most important fights of his career when he received devastating news…

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Whose Phone Could Be Ringing If They Win at CFFC 116 on Dec. 16

CFFC has proven time and time again to be the promotion providing all-star fighters to perform at the top of the MMA game at the UFC. With stars like bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling, #8 ranked welterweight Sean Brady, #11 ranked heavyweight Chris Daukus and rising middleweight prospect Joseph “Bodybagz” Pyfer making their mark in the UFC, CFFC continues bringing rising stars to the big stage. With CFFC providing a platform for stellar talent it leaves the important question on who’s next?

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Lleshi v. Hasan Will Open Main Card at CFFC 116 in Atlantic City

For CFFC 116, the main card will open on UFC Fight Pass with a bang, when two rising talents clash in the CFFC cage. The electrifying match up between Bilal Hasan (6-0) versus Xhelal “Jerry” Lleshi (4-0), features two undefeated rising prospects that are expected to create a bout full of fireworks. One of these athletes will either keep their win streak alive or taste defeat for the very first time. No matter the outcome, this is definitely a fight you don’t want to miss.

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3 Reasons Why CFFC 116 Will Be More Electric Than Any Atlantic City Concert, Event, or Show

You’ve probably been to a concert before. Music blaring through the speakers, your favorite artist standing on stage singing out to their hit song. The energy is impeccable. Everybody jumps on their feet, screaming the lyrics till their throat hurts and their voice is no more. Some would say it’s magical. Others might say the feeling is unbeatable. However, there might be something more electric than any concert occurring in AC next few weeks…

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Cage Fury Fighting Championships' return to Horseshoe Tunica Hotel & Casino officially sold out

Cage Fury Fighting Championships (CFFC) continues an incredible run of sold-out events at Friday's "CFFC 115: Forest vs. Lubberts," which features an action-packed night of entertainment at Mississippi's Horseshoe Tunica Hotel & Casino.

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Collin Lubberts wanted to be the next Kimbo Slice before the next Ronda Rousey intervened

Collin Lubberts started his MMA journey a little differently than most. In the beginning, he actually thought cagefighting was a silly pursuit. His plan was to throw hands on the street…

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Beau Samaniego tracks his wild journey from high school janitor to stable hand to the cusp of MMA's biggest shows

Like many professional MMA fighters, Beau Samaniego was exposed to traditional martial arts at an early age. However, Samaniego's journey didn't quite have the same linear path as many of his contemporaries.

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Raheam Forest has simple message for Collin Lubberts ahead of CFFC 115: 'Let's go to war, baby!'

Undefeated welterweight prospect Raheam Forest is by far his own toughest critic. Look no further than his July submission of Trevor Ollison, which took less than three minutes. it's the type of result most fighters would celebrate, but not "Rambo."

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Cage Fury Fighting Championships continues sellout streak in Florida with CFFC 114

CFFC returns to Florida this week, marking the fourth event the promotion has hosted in the Sunshine State, and just like the previous three cards, "CFFC 114: Smith vs. St. Louis" is completely sold out.

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Willie Tarpley talks incredible 15-year layoff, eyes rematch for CFFC title

We often hear fighters talk about ring rust after they're forced to the sidelines for any lengthy period, but generally, they're measuring the time away in months. Willie Tarpley took a 15-year break from the sport following his professional debut in 2006.

Tarpley blamed the time away on "paper sharks and life." Tarpley said…

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Kendly St. Louis plans to ride hot streak into title win at CFFC 114: 'I will be champion'

Kendly St. Louis never once doubted his plan of becoming a professional fighter, but this past July, after suffering a TKO loss to current UFC lightweight Viacheslav Borshchev, he knew something had to change…

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CFFC champ Blake Smith says a nearly tragic ending has given him new focus: 'I'm just blessed to be here'

CFFC lightweight champion Blake Smith carries a simple message for anyone he meets these days: Take nothing for granted…

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U.S. Army presents 'Battle at Bragg' live on UFC FIGHT PASS this Veterans Day

History will be made this Veterans Day, as UFC FIGHT PASS features a live folkstyle wrestling event for the very first time, with the U.S. Army and FURY Professional Grappling partnering for "Battle at Bragg."

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