Long Island MMA takes over Nassau Coliseum

Long Island MMA is the premier MMA gym on Long Island. Long Island MMA is the home of multiple UFC, Bellator and other high ranking MMA fighters. Fighters like Ryan LaFlare, Dennis Bermudez and Chris Wade are all currently competing in MMA’s largest organization the UFC.

New York has been home to events in New York City, Buffalo, Brooklyn and now the UFC makes its debut on Long Island with a strong card. It was recently announced that the card will feature both Dennis Bermudez and Chris Wade.

Chris Wade will be fighting Frankie Perez of neighboring New Jersey. This is actually the second time Wade and Perez will square off the first time was in Frankie’s home state of NJ now he comes to Long Island to fight Wade on his home turf. The first fight took place May 2014 which was a split decision victory for Wade. Despite the fact it was split decision at the end of the third round it looked as if Wade might score a finish.

Recently the UFC also announced that top 15 featherweight Dennis Bermudez and Darren Elkins will be squaring off in a a fight that has many fans already thinking fight of the night. Both Bermudez and Elkins are extremely exciting and durable, this fight will be sure to launch the winner through the rankings.

Tickets for UFC on Long Island go on sale June 2nd be sure to check out UFC.com for ticket information and come down to support your favorite Long Island MMA fighters and coaches!

UFC Fight Night
July 22 in Long Island at the Nassau Coliseum

CARD as of now:
Chris Weidman vs. Kelvin Gastelum
Ricardo Lamas vs. Chan Sung Jung
Darren Elkins vs. Dennis Bermudez (Long Island MMA)
Thomas Almeida vs. Jimmie Rivera
Gian Villante vs. Patrick Cummins
Chris Wade (Long Island MMA) vs. Frankie Perez