Eduardo Chapolin dethrones Cody Davis to become LFA flyweight champion at LFA 172

PHOENIX, Arizona — In an international showdown for the LFA flyweight title, Eduardo Chapolin dethroned the reigning champion Cody Davis via TKO (Strikes) at 2:36 of Round 4. Chapolin joined Bradnon Moreno as the only person to dethrone a sitting LFA flyweight champion. Moreno of course went on to become a UFC champion and one of the greatest flyweights in the sport’s history. In the co-main event, Brazilian slugger Lerryan Douglas shocked the Arizona crowd by knocking out homegrown talent Ivan Tena via Left Hook at 1:38 of Round 1. The other fight results can be found below:

 

LFA 172 WEIGH-IN RESULTS:

 

Main Card (Worldwide on UFC FIGHT PASS® at 10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT):

Main Event | Flyweight Title Bout (125 lb)
Eduardo Chapolin def. Cody Davis via TKO (Strikes) at 2:36 of Round 4.

Co-Main Event | Featherweight Bout (145 lb)
Lerryan Douglas def. Ivan Tena via KO (Left Hook) at 1:38 of Round 1.

Lightweight Bout (155 lb)
Nikita Kulshin def. Juliano Prescendo via Unanimous Decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-26).

Welterweight Bout (170 lb)
Mirafzal Akhtamov def. Keyth Dawson via KO (Punches) at 1:12 of Round 1.

Lightweight Bout (155 lb)
Cedric Katambwa def. Bret Cooper via TKO (Ground n’ Pound) at 2:54 of Round 2.

 

Preliminary Card:

Women’s Strawweight Bout (115 lb)
Leslie Hernandez def. Cristina Brador via Split Decision (29-28, 28-29, 29-28).

Women’s Strawweight (115 lb)
Grace DiFrancesco def. Jasmine Pouncy via TKO (Punches) at 2:54 of Round 2.

Catchweight Bout (161 lb)
Jorge Lecuanda def. James Deitz via TKO (Punches) at 0:23 of Round 2.

Heavyweight Bout (265 lb)
Leon Mackey Jr. def. Tyler Gates via Unanimous Decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27).

Women’s Catchweight Bout (130 lb)
Alex Apodaca def. Jenna Williams via Split Decision (28-29, 30-27, 30-27).

 

In 2017, RFA and Legacy FC merged to form LFA, the premier developmental organization in Mixed Martial Arts. The combined forces of LFA launched the careers of over 300 athletes that have reached the pinnacle of MMA by competing in the UFC. In 2018, the promotion joined the Imperial Family Companies group (formerly London Trust Media). In 2019, the promotion announced a broadcast partnership with UFC FIGHT PASS®. In 2021, the LFA expanded internationally by hosting multiple events in Brazil.

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About LFA:
LFA is a professional Mixed Martial Arts promotion that gives rising stars and top contenders the opportunity to prove their talent to fans and leaders in the industry. LFA was formed by the powerhouse merger between RFA and Legacy FC. LFA presents live Mixed Martial Arts events on a monthly basis around the United States including Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Denver, Dallas, and Houston. Based in Las Vegas, NV, LFA is one of the most active and respected MMA organizations in the fastest growing sport in the world. (The Octagon, Ultimate Fighting Championship®, UFC®, and the eight-sided competition mat and cage design are registered trademarks owned exclusively by Zuffa, LLC. All rights reserved).

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UFC FIGHT PASS® is the world’s leading digital subscription service for combat sports. Since launching in 2013, UFC FIGHT PASS is now available in more than 200 countries and territories. FIGHT PASS provides its members with unlimited access to live UFC FIGHT PASS Prelims; live mixed martial arts and combat sports from around the world; original series and historical programming; special features; behind-the-scenes content; in-depth interviews; and up-to-the minute reports on the world of combat sports. UFC FIGHT PASS subscribers also have 24/7 access to the world’s largest fight library, featuring more than 20,000 bouts from dozens of combats sports organizations, as well as every fight in UFC history. Fight fans can access UFC FIGHT PASS on personal computers, iOS and Android mobile devices, Apple TV, Xbox One, Amazon Fire TV, Chromecast, Roku, Samsung Smart TVs, LG Smart TVs, and Sony TVs with Android TV. For more information, please visit UFCFightPass.com.

About IMPERIAL FAMILY COMPANIES:
The Imperial Family Companies maintains a diversified portfolio with one common theme: bringing power to the people. The IFC is proud to partner with the LFA management team to showcase the greatest talents of tomorrow. Learn more about the IFC at ImperialFamily.com.

About ARIZONA FINANCIAL THEATRE:
Sitting in the heart of downtown Phoenix, Arizona Financial Theatre provides unique versatility for groups from 10 to 5,000 guests. From upscale award ceremonies, corporate events, private concerts, dance competitions, social gatherings or VIP concert suites, Arizona Financial Theatre offers unlimited opportunities to exceed expectations. For more information, visit their website.

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