LFA 129: Weigh-In (Results)
April 14, 2022 3:04 pm.FRIDAY, APRIL 15
LFA 129: PETERSEN vs. CORTES-ACOSTA
CHAMPION
THOMAS “THE TRAIN” PETERSEN
vs.
CHALLENGER
WALDO CORTES-ACOSTA
HEAVYWEIGHT WORLD TITLE FIGHT
MYSTIC LAKE CASINO HOTEL
PRIOR LAKE, MINNESOTA
LIVE on UFC FIGHT PASS® at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT
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PRIOR LAKE, MINNNESOTA — On Thursday, April 14th, LFA hosted the weigh-in for LFA 129: Petersen vs. Cortes-Acosta from the Mystic Lake Casino Hotel in Prior Lake, Minnesota. The main event will feature an explosive title fight when LFA heavyweight champion Thomas “The Train” Petersen (5-0) defends his title against top undefeated Dominican prospect Waldo Cortes-Acosta (5-0).
LFA 129 will feature veteran MMA commentator Ron Kruck, who will be joined in the booth with former UFC star and Strikeforce champion Gilbert “El Niño” Melendez and current UFC star and RFA great Anthony “Lionheart” Smith. They will call the action live inside the Mystic Lake Casino Hotel in Prior Lake, Minnesota. 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 Gunner Charbonneau, made their contracted weight when they stepped on the scales. LFA 129 will proceed with thirteen bouts, which includes the heavyweight title fight in the main event.
LFA 129 WEIGH-IN RESULTS:
Main Card (Worldwide on UFC FIGHT PASS® at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT):
Main Event | Heavyweight World Title Bout (265 lb)
Thomas Petersen (252) vs. Waldo Cortes-Acosta (255.2)
Co-Main Event | Featherweight Bout (145 lb)
Hyder Amil (146) vs. Devante Sewell (145.8)
Flyweight Bout (125 lb)
Tyus White (126) vs. Jeff Jepsen (126)
Middleweight Bout (185 lb)
Tee Cummins (186) vs. Dylan Budka (185.8)
Bantamweight Bout (135 lb)
Quang Le (135.6) vs. Sam Paneitz (136)
Preliminary Card:
Welterweight Bout (170 lb)
Scott Writz (170.4) vs. Derek Smith (170.4)
Flyweight Bout (125 lb)
Miguel Sanson (125.2) vs. Gonzalo Ponce (124.4)
Bantamweight Bout (135 lb)
Reshal Malik (136) vs. Kyles Vang (135.8)
Featherweight Bout (145 lb)
Mike O’Gorman (145.6) vs. Austin Robinson (144.6)
Bantamweight Bout (135 lb)
Santos Verdinez (135.2) vs. Gabriel Wanderley (135.2)
Welterweight Bout (170 lb)
Andrew Wilson (169.2) vs. Scott Zeller (170.8)
Lightweight Bout (155 lb)
Mitchell Wilson (155.4) vs. John Fudge (155.4)
Bantamweight Bout (135 lb)
Gunner Charbonneau (137.4)*** vs. Eric Newman (134.6)
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.
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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 Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Phoenix , Denver, Dallas, and Minneapolis. 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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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 MYSTIC LAKE CASINO:
Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, the premier gaming facility in the Midwest, continually creates new, fun and exciting entertainment experiences for its guests. Mystic Lake® offers gaming, three lively bars, exceptional dining at seven restaurants, headline performers, unique special events and luxurious accommodations. Located 25 minutes southwest of Minneapolis / St. Paul in Prior Lake. Please visit MysticLake.com for more information.
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This post was written by Ryan Bevins
