MCC's Annual Thanksgiving Event Just Got Bigger
Normally reserved for highlighting the career of MCC's top prospect, this year, the Midwest's top promotion is ready to give the fans exactly what they want; two of the most highly touted competitors in the United States, two champions, defending their titles back to back, another go 'round for one of MCC's most popular up and comers, Miguel "El Rey" Rios, Jr, undefeated welterweight, Nick Rouse, and the return of the "Warfrog" Ronnie Britt.
On Thanksgiving eve, the weather outside is sure to be brisk, but when the action unfolds, fireworks are sure to heat up Hy Vee Hall as MCC's most dominant Middleweight Champion, Elvis "The King" Mutapcic (7-1, 6-1 in MCC) rides his four fight win streak into the cage as he puts his belt on the line to face South Dakota native, Josh Rosaaen ( 7-0, 0-0 in MCC) who comes in on a similar five fight win streak. As both of these young warriors lobby for their place amongst the sports elite, this high profile fight is, without a doubt, going to elevate one or the other into the next level of stardom.
Mutapcic is known and loved for his 'in your face' type of fighting, often lighting his opponents up with kicks and punches, has also shown that he is packing submissions in his arsenal. Not one to shy away from tough competition, Mutapcic is looking forward to the upcoming bout and welcomes the MCC newcomer to bring his A-game. Rosaaen, on the other hand is well known for his submission game. In fact, in all of his winning bouts, he's put his opponents away by forcing the tap before the final bell sounds. It looks like it's set up to be a striker versus grappler match, but then again, this is mixed martial arts. You never know what could happen!
MCC's Welterweight Champion, Andy "Danger Zone" Branson (5-0, 4-0 in MCC), who last competed at MCC 26: "Triple Crown", where he submitted Ryan "Bones" Bixler with a slick arm bar in the opening frame, returns to take on Strikeforce veteran and knock out artist, Justin Demoney (14-3-2, 0-0 in MCC) in a five round title bout. Coincidentally receiving honors for 2009 Fight of the Year when he faced, now training partner, Elvis "The King" Mutapcic, Branson looks to use this experience as a stepping stone to launch him into the spotlight.
Demoney, who was slated to face UFC and MCC veteran, Kevin "The Fire" Burns earlier this year, opted to compete under the Strikeforce banner, dropping his lone fight for the promotion to Jesse Finney. He now looks to rebound his career, and a win over an undefeated fighter like Branson is just the ticket.
In another feature match, undefeated rising star, Miguel "El Rey" Rios, Jr. (4-0, 4-0 MCC) takes on Lance Benoist (2-0, 0-0 in MCC) in a three round war. Since neither fighter has ever tasted defeat whether in their amateur or professional career, the stakes are high and the intensity will be even higher as someone's "0" has got to go! This could quite possible be one of the greatest barn burners of the year, and surely one not to miss.
When it comes to preparing for a fight, many MCC fighters call on the assistance of Nick Rouse (2-0, 2-0 MCC), owner and head trainer at Spartan Strength. At MCC 30, Rouse will, once again, put his skills to the test as the undefeated welterweight trades in his whistle and coaches hat in exchange for a pair of four ounce gloves. Built like a middleweight, but moving like a lightweight, Rouse has become another exciting fighter that fans love to watch.
And, just when you thought the dust had settled, Ronnie Britt (15-4 MMA, 8-1 MCC) has decided that retirement is overrated. Break out the American flag shorts, the green gloves and the pony tail holder, the "Warfrog" is ready to jump. The former lightweight contender who has competed in three weight divisions has decided that his time in the sport is not done and is ready to give it another shot in search of an additional five wins before riding out into the sunset. We could not be happier to have him back inside the cage and as one of the most popular figures in the sport, fight fans are too!
With more fights announced soon, this is just a sneak peak of some of the action you'll see on November 24!
For more information on the upcoming event including fighter interviews, video blogs and up to the minute news, log on to
http://www.MidwestCageChampionship.com. Tickets will be available next Saturday so don't delay as this is sure to be the biggest mixed martial arts event in the heartland this year!
