LFA 202 Fight Card Summary: Lewis and McKee Shine in Sioux
A Night of Rising Stars at the Sanford Pentagon
On March 7, 2025, the Legacy Fighting Alliance (LFA) returned to the Sanford Pentagon in Sioux Falls, South Dakota with LFA 202: Lewis vs. McKee. The card featured nine bouts, highlighted by a lightweight clash between Richie Lewis and Lucas Clay, alongside a co-main event showcasing undefeated bantamweight prospect Mitchell McKee.
Main Event: Richie Lewis Outpoints Lucas Clay
In the headline bout, Richie Lewis (5-0) remained undefeated with a unanimous decision victory over Lucas Clay (9-4). Lewis’ relentless wrestling pressure and striking volume carried him across three rounds, earning scores of 30–27, 29–28, and 29–28. The win reinforced Lewis’ reputation as one of LFA’s brightest lightweight prospects.
- Result: Richie Lewis def. Lucas Clay – Unanimous Decision (30–27, 29–28, 29–28)
- Division: Lightweight
Co-Main Event: Mitchell McKee Stays Perfect
Bantamweight contender Mitchell McKee (8-0) showcased his finishing instincts, stopping Greg Fischer (12-3) with punches at 3:12 of Round 2. McKee’s striking power and pace overwhelmed Fischer, marking his eighth consecutive victory and strengthening his case for a future title shot.
Main Card Highlights
- Dzhamal Mavliudov def. Jordon Tague – KO/TKO (Punches), R1 1:44. Mavliudov’s power ended the fight quickly.
- Ansar Khamzaev def. Abbas Abasov – Submission (Rear Naked Choke), R2 2:37. Khamzaev’s grappling sealed the finish.
- Cara Greenwell def. Leslie Hernandez – Unanimous Decision (30–27 ×3). Greenwell’s striking and pace carried her to victory.
Preliminary Card Results
- Jordan Oliver def. Calob Ramirez – KO/TKO (Punches), R1 2:10
- Gift Harding def. Juan Velasquez Jr. – Submission (Guillotine Choke), R1 1:55
- Bia Mesquita def. Sierra Dinwoodie – Submission (Armbar), R1 3:45
- Adam Vigil def. Starling Simmons – KO/TKO (Punches), R1 1:09
The Takeaway: Lewis and McKee Lead the Charge
LFA 202 was a showcase of undefeated prospects and highlight-reel finishes. Lewis’ decision win over Clay highlighted his ability to grind out tough victories, while McKee’s knockout power reinforced his standing as one of the most dangerous bantamweights in the promotion. Rising talents like Mavliudov, Khamzaev, and Mesquita added depth to the card, proving once again that LFA remains the launchpad for MMA’s next generation.
From Lewis’ wrestling dominance to McKee’s knockout power, LFA 202 delivered a night of unforgettable action in Sioux Falls.
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