LFA 211 Fight Card Summary: Mesquita Captures Bantamweight
A Championship Night at Seneca Allegany
On June 20, 2025, the Legacy Fighting Alliance (LFA) brought its high-octane brand of MMA to the Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino in Salamanca, New York with LFA 211: Mesquita vs. Dinwoodie. The card featured 11 bouts, highlighted by a vacant bantamweight title fight and a co-main event showcasing undefeated prospects.
Main Event: Bia Mesquita Defeats Sierra Dinwoodie
Brazilian jiu-jitsu legend Bia Mesquita (5-0) continued her flawless transition to MMA by stopping Sierra Dinwoodie (4-1) with punches at 3:05 of Round 2. The victory earned Mesquita the vacant LFA Bantamweight Championship, adding another accolade to her storied combat sports career.
Co-Main Event: Phumi Nkuta Stays Perfect
In the flyweight co-main event, Phumi Nkuta (10-0) remained undefeated with a unanimous decision win over Cody Davis (10-3). Nkuta’s speed, precision, and cage control carried him across three rounds, solidifying his reputation as one of LFA’s brightest prospects.
Main Card Highlights
- GiGi Canuto def. Flor Hernandez – Submission (Armbar), R1 1:49. Canuto showcased slick grappling to secure a quick finish.
- JaCobi Jones def. Shovkhal Churchaev – Unanimous Decision (30–27, 30–27, 30–27). Jones’ striking and pace proved decisive.
- Adam Livingston def. Hugo Oyarzún – TKO (Doctor Stoppage), R2 5:00. Livingston remained unbeaten with a dominant performance.
- Lucas Seibert def. Gustavo Kruger – KO/TKO (Punches), R1 2:44. Seibert’s power ended the fight in emphatic fashion.
Preliminary Card Results
- Farman Hasanov def. Marc-Ari Lewis – KO/TKO (Punches), R2 3:28
- Jake Woodley def. David Gladfelter – Unanimous Decision (30–27, 30–27, 30–27)
- Kevin Carrier def. Dey McIntosh – Submission (Guillotine Choke), R3 4:34
- Soufiane Kabil def. Derrick Patterson – Unanimous Decision (29–28, 29–28, 29–28)
- Elton Dedaj def. Zaki Mohsin – Submission (Triangle Choke), R2 2:16
The Takeaway: Mesquita’s Reign Begins
LFA 211 was a showcase of rising talent and championship-caliber performances. Mesquita’s victory marked a historic moment as she added an MMA title to her legendary résumé, while Nkuta’s undefeated streak reinforced his status as a future star. With finishes across the card and prospects like Canuto, Livingston, and Seibert making statements, the event underscored why LFA remains the launchpad for MMA’s next generation.
From Mesquita’s championship triumph to Nkuta’s flawless record, LFA 211 delivered a night of unforgettable action in New York.
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