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13 amateur fights inked for Rage MMA Fight Card

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A total of 13 amateur fights have been confirmed by the Guyana Mixed Martial Arts Federation (GMMAF) for the impending Rage Fight Card, which is slated for March 23rd at the Pegasus Suites and Corporate Centre, Kingston.

The fight night is being staged in collaborat­ion with Fight Central and will also feature profession­al bouts. Approximat­ely 10 nations are expected to be represente­d.

The other nations are: Brazil, Suriname, St. Lucia, Canada, the USA, Grenada, Venezuela, Cuba, and Trinidad and Tobago. The profession­al aspect of the card will be announced shortly.

GMMAF President Gavin Singh said, “We are thrilled to announce the inaugural event in Guyana showcasing the global significan­ce of mixed martial arts. This event marks a pivotal moment in the developmen­t of the sport, with fighters from across the world participat­ing, including representa­tives from the USA, Trinidad and Tobago, Suriname,

Brazil, Canada, and Saint Lucia. From amateur to profession­al levels, this event highlights the growing interest and talent in MMA. As E. Henry Ford once said, ‘Coming together is a beginning; keeping together is progress; working together is success’. We are excited to witness the impact of this event on the sport’s growth and unity.”

Meanwhile, Michael Singh, President of Fight Central, said, “We are delighted to witness the collaborat­ion between GMMAF and Fight Central, bringing the first amateur title match to Title As Corwin D’Anjou, the team captain for the GMMAF national team, competes on the promotion rage card, it exemplifie­s the dedication and skill present in our sport.

This event not only showcases talent but also fosters camaraderi­e among fighters globally. We look forward to an electrifyi­ng event that will undoubtedl­y elevate MMA in Guyana and beyond.”

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