Main Event Analysis: Bantamweight Showdown
Kasey “Las Vegas” Tanner vs. Michael “The Mullet” Cyr
The bantamweight main event features two equally matched prospects with identical 8-1 records, both seeking to establish themselves as the next breakout star in the 135-pound division.
Kasey “Las Vegas” Tanner (8-1)
Age: 27 | Team: Fight Ready MMA & Fitness
Key Strengths:
• Home field advantage fighting in Arizona
• Dana White’s Contender Series veteran with UFC experience
• Elite training environment with Henry Cejudo and Fight Ready
• Well-rounded skill set with multiple finishing methods
• Back-to-back LFA wins including recent submission victory
Points of Concern:
• DWCS loss to Jean Matsumoto showed vulnerabilities
• Pressure of hometown expectations
• Coming off decision loss in biggest opportunity
Michael “The Mullet” Cyr (8-1)
Team: Warrior Camp | Location: Spokane, Washington
Key Strengths:
• Dangerous submission specialist (88% finish rate by submission)
• First LFA main event opportunity – nothing to lose
• Precise striking technique and cage composure
• Proven finishing ability with 7 submission victories
• Momentum and confidence entering biggest fight
Points of Concern:
• Fighting away from home base
• Less experience on big stages
• Facing opponent with UFC-level experience
Fight Breakdown
Tanner’s Path to Victory: Utilize his striking experience and home crowd energy to control the distance early. Avoid getting drawn into Cyr’s grappling exchanges and capitalize on his Fight Ready training to implement a disciplined game plan.
Cyr’s Path to Victory: Press forward with his grappling advantages and look to get the fight to the ground where his elite submission skills can shine. Mix in clean striking to set up takedown opportunities and avoid prolonged striking exchanges.
Main Event Prediction
Expect a technical battle between two hungry prospects. Cyr’s submission prowess could be the deciding factor, but Tanner’s experience advantage and home field make this a true pick ’em fight. Look for Cyr to secure a late submission or Tanner to win a close decision in what should be a fight of the night candidate.