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Night of Reckoning II at Harrah's Casino
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RELEASE) -- Undefeated Fransisco "Kiko" France will return to
Tunica, MS Feb. 27th for Empire Fights "Night of Reckoning II" at
Harrah's 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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