Here’s your Fight Size MMA Update for the evening of May 20th:
- After defeating Derrick Krantz at UFC Fight Night Rochester, Vicente Luque has called out Santiago Ponzinibbio. He's hoping they can meet in the main event of UFC's debut event in Uruguay. Full story here.
- Bellator has a new addition to their developing Women's Flyweight division. Ilara Joanne of the 'Pitbull Brothers' team has signed and will bring a two fight win-streak with her into the Bellator cage. Full story here.
- On June 28th, Legacy Fighting Alliance brings their 70th event to Wisconsin. It'll be LFA's debut showing in the state.
- Following his gritty decision win over Antonio Carlos Junior, Ian Heinisch now has his sights set on Derek Brunson. "I just feel I can beat him up," he said. Full story here.
- Elizeu Zaleski dos Santos has suggested a fight with Leon Edwards. Uniquely, both fighters are currently riding impressive seven fight win-streaks. Full story here.
- On September 14th, KSW will bring their milestone 50th event to London, England.
- After suggesting that his fighting career maybe nearing it's end, Ed Herman feels revitalized after his stoppage win over Patrick Cummins. "I’d like to get back in there again maybe toward the end of summer," he said. Full story here.
Fight Announcements:
- Robson Gracie (1-0) vs. Oscar Vera (2-1) at Bellator 222, June 14th
- Sarah Frota (9-1) vs. Gillian Robertson (6-3) at UFC 240, July 27th
- Rogerio Bontorin (15-1) vs. Raulian Paiva (18-2) at UFC Fight Night Uruguay, August 10th
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