THE Almighty Fighting Championship (AFC) is hosting a special event, AFC 36, at Coventry’s Sports Connexion this weekend on Saturday, May 18.
AFC are hosting a hometown show for founder Ray Thompson who was born and raised in Coventry.
And Thompson’s AFC has gradually built up a reputation as one of the most respected combat shows around hosting regular events across major cities including Liverpool, Leeds and Newcastle.
Thompson said: “I really can’t wait to bring the show to Coventry this month.
“MMA has been a passion of mine for as long as I can remember, and with the shows being successful all over the north of the country, it’s amazing to be bringing it to my hometown.”
“We offer young fighters the opportunity to begin their journey to see if they can become the next Leon Edwards or Tom Aspinall.
“MMA is the purest form of combat there is – with a lot of potential for explosive fights and knockouts through striking styles such as boxing and kickboxing, to more technical finishes to fights, with on-the-ground styles like wrestling and Jiu Jitsu which can lead to submissions.
“Spectators get to see such a variety of styles combined, giving it an excitement you don’t get from other combat sports.
“People coming to AFC for the first time can expect an amazing atmosphere – the crowd is always electric and that gives the fighters a real boost. This is an event fight fans will not want to miss.”
The event will comprise of amateur and pro bouts with more than 30 fighters to put their body on the line in front of hundreds of spectators.
An amateur light heavyweight bout between Dan Jones and Owen Cartridge, from the West Midlands, tops the bill.
Cartridge, fighting out of Intensity MMA, is confident he will win the belt and take it home to the West Midlands.
Cartridge said: “I’ve had a great camp and I’m feeling the best version of myself so I believe I’ll get the win and that belt will be coming home with me.
“This is my first time headlining a card so I’m new to being centre stage. Although my experience from my previous fights will help me as I’ve competed in some hostile places and came out with results.
“I enjoy the buzz of the atmosphere and the roller coaster of emotions the day brings and seeing how other fighters act and prepare before making the walk to the cage.”
Doors open at 3pm with the first fight to begin at 3.30pm.
For more information, visit: mmaticketsuk.com
