Amateur MMA Excellence: EPIC 61 Crowns New Champions and Showcases Rising Stars
Championship Night
The Four Points By Sheraton in San Diego erupted with excitement last night as EPIC Fighting's EPIC61 delivered an unforgettable night of amateur MMA action.
Title Fights Featured
The event featured two championship bouts and several spectacular finishes that had the crowd on their feet throughout the evening.
Title Fights Deliver Championship-Caliber Performances
Bantamweight Title
Men's 135-pound championship bout
Flyweight Title
Women's championship showdown
Audric DeCastro Claims Bantamweight Gold
Unanimous Decision Victory
In the men's bantamweight title fight, Audric DeCastro (@audricvsfood) put on a masterclass performance to secure the 135-pound championship with a unanimous decision victory over Jadan Fugate.
Dominant Scorecards
DeCastro controlled the pace throughout the contest, earning scores of 29-28, 29-27, and 30-27 from the judges.
Technical Excellence
His technical striking and well-timed takedowns proved to be the difference-maker in this championship showdown.
Ruby Daniels Dominates to Win Women's Flyweight Title
Championship Performance
The women's flyweight championship saw Ruby Daniels (@danielsrubyy13) rise to the occasion with a commanding unanimous decision win over Kirsten Banales.
Impressive Scorecards
Daniels' superior striking and octagon control earned her scores of 30-27, 29-28, and 29-28 from the judges.
Rising Star
With this victory, Daniels establishes herself as one of the top female prospects in Southern California's amateur MMA scene.
Early Finishes Highlight Main Card
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Spectacular Finishes
The EPIC61 card featured several impressive finishes
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Skill Development
Demonstrated the evolving skill level of amateur fighters
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Regional Talent
Showcased fighters in the region
Lightning-Fast Submissions in the Lighter Divisions
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29 Seconds - Martinez Victory
The evening began with a bang as Jose Martinez needed just 29 seconds to secure a rear-naked choke victory over Albert Iniguez in their 125-pound contest. Martinez wasted no time taking the fight to the ground, quickly taking his opponent's back and locking in the submission for the fastest finish of the night.
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1:19 - Fairley Submission
In another display of submission prowess, Zion Fairley (@zion.fairley) made quick work of Justin Lee in their bantamweight bout, securing a guillotine choke victory at just 1:19 of the first round. Fairley's technical grappling skills were on full display as he capitalized on a takedown attempt to lock in the fight-ending submission.
Russa Scores Impressive TKO Victory
Competitive First Round
Omar Russa (@omar.russa) delivered one of the night's most exciting performances in the featherweight division
Second Round Dominance
After a competitive first round, Russa found his range in the second
TKO Victory
Landing a series of devastating strikes that forced the referee to step in and halt the contest, earning a TKO victory over Marquis Frederick at 1:59 of the second round
Decision Victories Round Out the Card
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Heart and Determination
The remainder of the EPIC61 card featured several closely contested bouts that went the distance
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Competitive Battles
Showcasing the heart and determination of the competitors
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Technical Skills
Fighters displayed well-rounded abilities across all divisions
Complete Fight Results and Performances
Light Heavyweight and Lightweight Results
Khajuan Mattocks (@themultiversalwarrior) utilized his superior wrestling to secure a unanimous decision (29-28, 30-27, 30-27) over Bailey Sandoval in their light heavyweight contest.
In a back-and-forth lightweight battle, Ryan Pean (@riicocash) emerged victorious with a split decision (29-28, 29-28, 30-27) over Juan Martinez, with Pean's striking accuracy proving to be the deciding factor.
Welterweight and Bantamweight Battles
Lasha Meskhi (@lasha_meskhii) edged out Omar Ojeda via split decision (29-28 Meskhi, 29-28 Ojeda, 30-27 Meskhi) in their welterweight clash, with Meskhi's aggression and forward pressure impressing two of the three judges.
Antonio Hayes (@igs.tone) put on a well-rounded performance to secure a unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28) over Julyan Hanna in their bantamweight contest.
Additional Light Heavyweight Action
In the light heavyweight division, Tizoc Uribe demonstrated superior cardio and striking to earn a unanimous decision (39-27, 29-28, 29-28) over Alan Acre.
The excitement continues as EPIC Fighting returns to the Four Points By Sheraton in San Diego for EPIC 62 on August 22, 2025! Following the incredible performances at EPIC 61, fans won't want to miss this next installment of high-level amateur MMA action. Doors open at 7:00 PM with fights starting at 8:00 PM, featuring a stacked card of hungry competitors ready to make their mark.
Will we see our newly crowned champions defend their titles? Will rising stars like Jose Martinez and Zion Fairley continue their impressive submission streaks? There's only one way to find out! Secure your tickets now at EPICFighting.com and use the discount code at checkout for special pricing.
Follow EPIC Fighting on social media (FB: @EPICFightingMMA | IG: @EPICFighting) for fighter announcements and card updates. Don't miss what promises to be another unforgettable night of combat sports action in Southern California!
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Highlight Videos
Spectacular finishes featuring Martinez's submission and Russa's TKO.
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