LAS VEGAS — Energy Slap is hitting the street for the primary time with its inaugural U.S. stay occasion, “$VET POWER SLAP 14: THE BELL VS. MENA, PRESENTED BY MONSTER ENERGY.” The extremely anticipated present will happen Friday, July 18, on the XULA Convocation Middle in New Orleans, Louisiana, as a part of UFC 318: Holloway vs. Poirier 3 battle week. Followers world wide can watch the occasion stay and free on Energy Slap’s official YouTube channel (youtube.com/@powerslap) starting at 8 p.m. CST / 6 p.m. PDT.
Tickets are on sale now and out there via AXS right here.
Heavyweight Title Showdown: Dibbell vs. Mena
The primary occasion will characteristic a blockbuster heavyweight title battle as undefeated Energy Slap Heavyweight Champion Damien “The Bell” Dibbell (5-0, 3 KOs) defends his crown towards rising contender Wes “The Growth” Mena (4-0, 2 KOs), ranked No. 3 within the division.
“The Bell” has rapidly turn out to be certainly one of Energy Slap’s most dominant forces. At simply 23 years outdated, Dibbell holds wins over a number of the group’s hardest rivals, together with former Mild Heavyweight Champion Wolverine, Nate Burnard, and Ryan Phillips. Identified for his devastating knockout energy and iron chin, he returns to the cage aiming to proceed his reign of destruction.
Mena, a standout from Season 3 of Energy Slap: Highway to the Title, brings his personal undefeated report and explosive putting into the cage. With current wins over Aaron Turner, Devin Jenkins, and Jashell Ticha Awa, Mena has constructed main momentum heading into the largest battle of his profession.
“The Bell now goals to defend his title as soon as once more in dominant trend by halting the momentum of Mena, whereas ‘The Growth’ intends to shock the world with one other spectacular KO to seize the title.”
Middleweight Title Trilogy: Bordeaux vs. Quinones
Within the co-main occasion, the Energy Slap Middleweight Title might be on the road as reigning champion Branden “The Butcher” Bordeaux (4-1, 1 KO) takes on No. 1 ranked contender Isaih “The Puerto Rican Fairly Boy” Quinones (4-3, 4 KOs) in a trilogy showdown.
Bordeaux seeks to shut the chapter with a definitive end, aiming to show as soon as and for all that he’s the highest middleweight within the recreation.
“The Butcher goals to safe one other highlight-reel end to show as soon as and for all that he’s the most effective middleweight on the planet.”
However Quinones, with 4 knockouts to his title, is hungry for redemption and plans to reclaim the belt that when belonged to him.
“The Puerto Rican Fairly Boy plans to benefit from his second alternative on the belt and start his reign once more as the brand new world champion.”
Light-weight Gold Up for Grabs: Trujillo vs. McGregor
One other high-stakes title rematch rounds out the marquee matchups. Undefeated light-weight champion Robert “The Actual Deal” Trujillo (5-0, 4 KOs) will look to maintain his excellent report intact as he battles No. 1 contender Dakota “The Maritime Menace” McGregor (2-1, 2 KOs).
Trujillo has been electrical all through his Energy Slap profession, delivering knockout performances towards Dallas Marron and Jewel Scott. In the meantime, McGregor is set to bounce again with a vengeance and seize the title in emphatic trend.
“McGregor has his sights set on bouncing again with an announcement efficiency and claiming the title for his personal.”
The complete Energy Slap 14 battle card might be revealed within the coming weeks. The commentary staff will characteristic Dan Hellie and former UFC fighter Alan Jouban, with Charly Arnolt on reporting duties and Justin Bernard serving as ring announcer.
This landmark occasion marks a significant milestone for Energy Slap because it expands its footprint and brings the motion to battle followers in a brand-new stay setting.
Roberto Villa is the CEO, Founder, Govt Author, Senior Editor of FightBook MMA. Has a ardour for Fight Sports activities and in addition a podcast host for Sitting Ringside. He’s additionally a former MMA fighter and Kickboxer.
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