FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 18
LFA 147: MELO vs. COSTA
MAIN EVENT:
“THE FORTALEZA KID”
JUNIOR MELO
vs.
“MELK”
MELQUIZAEL COSTA
LIGHTWEIGHT SHOWDOWN
PLUS:
TUF 30 COMPETITOR
HELEN PERALTA
vs.
GLORY KICKBOXING STAR
ALINE PEREIRA
LIVE on UFC FIGHT PASS®
WINNAVEGAS CASINO RESORT
SLOAN, IOWA
LAS VEGAS, Nevada — On Thursday, November 17th, LFA hosted the weigh-in for LFA 147: Melo vs. Costa from the WinnaVegas Casino Resort in Sloan, Iowa. The main event will feature an explosive lightweight showdown between top Brazilian prospects Junior “The Fortaleza Kid” Melo (12-5) and Melquizael “Melk” Costa (18-5).
LFA 147 will feature veteran MMA commentator Ron Kruck, who will be joined in the booth with former UFC star, RFA great, and UFC on ESPN analyst Alan “Brahma” Jouban. They will call the action live inside the WinnaVegas Casino Resort in Sloan, Iowa. The main card will be available tomorrow night LIVE on UFC FIGHT PASS® at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT.
Every fighter, except Junior Melo, made their contracted weight when they stepped on the scales. Melo will now forfeit a portion of his purse to his opponent Melquizael Costa. LFA 147 will proceed with nine bouts, which includes the lightweight showdown in the main event.
LFA 147 WEIGH-IN RESULTS:
Main Card (Worldwide on UFC Fight Pass at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT):
Main Event | Lightweight Bout (155 lb)
Junior Melo (156.6)*** vs. Melquizael Costa (154.4)
*** Melo will pay a penalty to Costa.
Co-Main Event | Bantamweight Bout (135 lb)
Justin Wetzell (135.6) vs. Rafael Do Nascimento (135.6)
Bantamweight Bout (135 lb)
Askar Askar (135.2) vs. Rickey Furar (135.4)
Women’s Flyweight Bout (125 lb)
Helen Peralta (126) vs. Aline Pereira (125.6)
Welterweight Bout (170 lb)
Haris Talundžić (171) vs. Omoyele Gonzalez (169.8)
Welterweight Bout (170 lb)
Ryan Leininger (170.8) vs. Jeremiah Curtright (169.8)
Preliminary Card:
Lightweight Bout (155 lb)
Will Starks (155.4) vs. Ben Halder (156)
Women’s Strawweight Bout (115 lb)
Leslie Hernandez (114.8) vs. Jasmine Pouncy (114.8)
Women’s Strawweight Bout (115 lb)
Jasmine Montoya (115.6) vs. Amanda Macioce (114.6)
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 260 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.
Please visit LFA.com for bout updates and information. LFA is on Facebook at Facebook.com/LFAfighting. LFA is also on Instagram at @LFAfighting and Twitter at @LFAfighting.
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).
About UFC FIGHT PASS®:
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 WINNAVEGAS CASINO RESORT:
WinnaVegas is owned and operated by the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska, a federally recognized tribe in northeastern Nebraska. Opening in April 1992, WinnaVegas has grown over the years to become the largest gaming floor in the area. Our total gaming space is 54,353 square feet. The casino has over 750 slot machines – the most in Siouxland, 9 casino table games, poker room with 3 tables and bingo hall. We also feature a beautiful hotel, delicious dining options, a spacious event center and multiple meeting rooms. We focus on taking good care of our customers and are proud of our reputation for being so friendly – and the most fun! We always want our guests to enjoy themselves and have a better chance at winning.
