Most Valuable Promotions is set for its upcoming event on Saturday, May 16th, with all twenty-two fighters successfully making weight during Friday morning’s weigh-ins, signaling a strong start to the weekend. This card is particularly significant for the local Southern California talent competing, featuring a mix of established stars, legends, and emerging prospects.
Albert Morales
“The Belizean Warrior,” Albert Morales, brings extensive MMA experience, having competed in the UFC, Bellator, and Up Next Fighting. Training and living less than 30 miles from the Intuit Dome, the venue for the event, Morales feels a special connection to fighting close to home. With a career spanning 30 fights, Morales has demonstrated considerable knockout power, finishing five of his last eight bouts by KO, and aims to deliver another exciting performance on Saturday night.
Jeff Creighton
“Jazzy” Jeff Creighton has long been on the radar of MMA fans, gaining attention after an upset victory over Joey Davis in Bellator. He has since competed in LFA and on The Ultimate Fighter. Creighton boasts an impressive record, winning 8 of his last 9 MMA contests, and is eager to make a statement against former Bellator champion Jason Jackson. Hailing from Poway, California, Creighton trains at Teams MMA in Chula Vista.
Jake Babian
Jake “The Barbabian” Babian, though originally from Hawaii, has made Southern California his fighting home. After honing his skills in local promotions like UNF and Lights Out Fighting Championship, the multiple-time Hawaiian jiu-jitsu champion has earned his opportunity on this significant platform. Babian is known for his formidable grappling skills and powerful ground-and-pound, adding an extra layer of anticipation to his explosive matchup with Namo Fazil.
Nate Diaz
The 209 area code is practically synonymous with Stockton, California, and its fighting icon, Nate Diaz. He makes his return to the MMA cage for the first time since his submission victory over Tony Ferguson at UFC 279 in September 2023. Diaz is set to face Mike Perry, who has also been active in bare-knuckle boxing during his MMA hiatus. Nate Diaz consistently draws a massive following, and his scheduled five-round bout with Perry is anticipated to deliver both intense action and memorable showmanship.
Chris Avila
As a teammate of Nate Diaz, Chris Avila often finds himself competing on the same cards as his mentor and fellow fighter. With a background in both boxing and MMA, Avila has built an experienced career and aims to further improve his record when he faces Brandon Jenkins on Saturday night.
Don’t miss this significant event on Saturday, May 16th. The preliminary fights will be broadcast on YouTube starting at 3 p.m. PST / 6 p.m. EST, followed by the main card airing on Netflix at 6 p.m. PST / 9 p.m. EST.
