Fransisco France Fighting February 27 At Empire Fights: Night Of Reckoning II
TUNICA, MS - Undefeated Fransisco “Kiko” France will return to Tunica, MS Feb. 27th for Empire Fights “Night of Reckoning II” at Harrah’s Tunica Casino. France will face Tony “The Tractor” Roberts in a catchweight battle in the co-main event of the evening.
France (3-0), who has yet to go to a decision or even see the 2nd round in his career, is considered to be one of the best light heavyweight prospects in MMA. France’s longest fight went only 82 seconds. Each win has been by submission.
In his last fight with Empire Fights last October, “Kiko” was pitted against previously unbeaten Kyle Price. It only took 31 seconds for France to end Price’s night and undefeated streak with a vicious choke.
In addition to his budding MMA career France serves as the Head Brazilian jiu jitsu instructor at American Top Team of Missouri. France is a black belt in Brazilian jiu jitsu and is also a two time Pan-American champion, two time Brazilian State champion, two time NAGA champion, Brazileiro champion, and Brazilian National champion.
Tyler Sory, the President of Empire Fights is excited to have France on the show. “It is great to see some of the best international fighters coming to the midsouth,” explained Sory. “We have unique opportunity to see some of the best talent in the world at Harrahs casino and France is definitely an exciting fighter. He has won every single one of his fights with a submission. And he usually does it very quickly.”
In addition to “Kiko” France vs. Tony Roberts, there are many more fights that will excite the Midsouth MMA fans in attendence. Also, two former Ultimate Fighter contestants, Jeremiah Riggs and Ido Pariente will be in action.
The “Night of Reckoning II” fight card will feature;
Charlie Rader vs. Jake Hecht
Ido Pariente vs. Josh Thorpe
Jeremiah Riggs vs. Jesse Beale
Zach Underwood vs. Terry Robinson
Jonathan Mackles vs. Jeremy Wallace
Kris Huffman vs. Austin Lyons
Anthony Jones vs. Donnie Cook
Thomas Vasquez vs. Brian Hall
You can watch the entire fight card on pay per view at www.gofightlive.com.
For more info on the fight card or to buy tickets visit www.empirefightsonline.com.
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