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XFC 52 Delivers High-Impact Action: Full Recap and Results

Writer: Austin JonesAustin Jones

XFC 52
XFC 52

XFC 52 Delivers High-Impact Action: Full Recap and Results

The Xtreme Fighting Championship XFC 52 event was a night of electrifying action, filled with dramatic finishes and intense matchups that had fans on the edge of their seats. The promotion, known for delivering thrilling mixed martial arts action, did not disappoint with its stacked fight card. From fast-paced knockouts to brutal submissions, here’s a breakdown of the night’s highlights and results.


Main Event: Kenneth Cross Dominates Lucas Corbage

The night’s main event saw Kenneth Cross take on Lucas Corbage in a highly anticipated lightweight battle. The fight lived up to the hype, as Cross delivered a spectacular performance, securing a first-round knockout victory. Cross, now improving his record to 16-4, landed a devastating combination of punches that forced Corbage to the canvas. The finish came at 1:17 of Round 1, marking another highlight in Cross's promising career. For Corbage, the loss drops him to 12-4.


Co-Main Event: Darion Abbey Crushes Alex Nicholson

The co-main event featured Darion Abbey and Alex Nicholson in a heavyweight clash. Abbey quickly made his presence known, delivering a brutal series of punches that knocked Nicholson out cold. The victory, which pushes Abbey’s record to 7-4, came at 1:27 of Round 1, highlighting his striking power. Nicholson, who now sits at 17-11, struggled to defend against Abbey’s relentless onslaught, marking a tough night for him.


Emiliano Sordi's Submission Victory

In another thrilling matchup, Emiliano Sordi faced Marcos Brigagão in a middleweight battle. The fight was all Sordi, who wasted no time in securing a dominant first-round victory. Sordi locked in a rear-naked choke at 3:43 of Round 1, forcing Brigagão to tap out. The victory improves Sordi’s record to 25-13-1, while Brigagão drops to 17-8.


Victor Moreno’s Decision Victory

Victor Moreno took on Thiago Oliveira in a middleweight contest that went the distance. Despite a competitive first round, Moreno’s superior striking and control earned him a unanimous decision victory after three rounds. With this win, Moreno’s record now stands at 42-26, while Oliveira, now 17-14-1, couldn’t overcome the consistent pace set by his opponent.


Saidyokub Kakhramonov Stuns Bruno Santos with Spinning Kick

One of the most talked-about finishes of the night came from Saidyokub Kakhramonov, who faced Bruno Santos in a bantamweight showdown. Kakhramonov delivered a spectacular jumping spin kick to ground punches that knocked Santos out at 4:22 of Round 1. This fast-paced and dynamic finish leaves Kakhramonov with a record of 12-3, while Santos drops to 13-6.


Jaron Lathrop’s Impressive Debut

Perhaps the most exciting debut of the evening came from Jaron Lathrop, who faced Yevgeni Shinkarevsky in a flyweight contest. Lathrop wasted no time in making a statement with a first-round knockout. Lathrop’s victory came at 1:08 of Round 1, securing his first win as a professional and bringing his record to 1-0. For Shinkarevsky, the loss drops him to 2-1.


Erik Johnson Shines in Amateur Bout

In an amateur showdown, Erik Johnson faced Austin Climer in a light-heavyweight clash. Johnson continued his undefeated streak, improving to 2-0 with a dominant performance. Climer, who now stands at 3-8, struggled to keep up with Johnson's superior striking and grappling.


XFC: A Rising Promotion

XFC 52 proved once again that the promotion is a powerhouse in the MMA world, consistently delivering top-tier fights and showcasing some of the best talents in the sport. With a mix of raw young talent and experienced veterans, XFC continues to build a solid fanbase and a reputation for exciting fight cards. As fighters like Kenneth Cross, Darion Abbey, and Jaron Lathrop make their marks in the promotion, we can expect XFC to remain a major player in the MMA world.


The night was filled with explosive finishes, including knockouts, submissions, and decisions, providing MMA fans with a night they won’t soon forget. Keep an eye on XFC as it continues to grow and provide the kind of heart-pounding action that makes MMA so thrilling.

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