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Eleven fights on the card for Saturday MMA fights in Akwesasne

Posted 8/26/15

AKWESASNE -- Eleven fights are on the card for the mixed martial arts Rumble at the Raceway Aug. 29 at Mohawk International Raceway, Frogtown Road. A lineup of two professional bouts and nine for …

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Eleven fights on the card for Saturday MMA fights in Akwesasne

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AKWESASNE -- Eleven fights are on the card for the mixed martial arts Rumble at the Raceway Aug. 29 at Mohawk International Raceway, Frogtown Road.

A lineup of two professional bouts and nine for amateurs gets underway at 6 p.m.

The main event features Bellator veteran Mark “The Spartan” Stevens vs. 70-fight veteran Jay Ellis. And pros Tyson Square and Logan Jantzi are paired up to lead the undercard for the 205-pound title.

Many local fighters from Massena, Awkwasasne, and Gouverneur are entered. Newcomer Collin Chase and MMA sensation Albert Tully are scheduled. Four title fights will star local fighters: at 185 lbs., Rob Wagner will battle Levi Tupper; 135-pounders Jordan Champion and PJ St. Marie will tangle; for the 155 lbs. title, Tevin Terrance will fight Bert Froney; and kick boxing and MMA legend Sheldon Cole will take on Ray Newkirk.

The doors open at 5 p.m. and fights start at 6.

Ticket are $35 general admission, $45 ringside, and $60 for VIP seating.