XFA Fight Night 5: Heavyweight Fireworks Cut Short in Wild Bout Between Scruggs and Miller6/24/2025  Crossville, TN – XFA Fight Night 5 delivered another unforgettable night of action at the National Guard Armory in Crossville, TN, including a chaotic and explosive heavyweight amateur kickboxing bout between debuting independent fighter Marquis Scruggs and fellow independent competitor Thomas Miller (0-2).
In a fight that promised raw power and unpredictable moments, both heavyweights came out swinging from the opening bell. It was clear early on that this wouldn’t be a technical chess match—it was a slugfest. Both Scruggs and Miller threw heavy leather in the center of the ring, and although both men showed early signs of fatigue, neither held back.
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 CROSSVILLE, TN – The crowd inside the National Guard Armory was on their feet early as the second bout of the evening delivered a fast-paced and gritty showdown between two flyweight newcomers. In an amateur kickboxing clash that had the fans roaring through the first two rounds, Independent MMA’s Frunsez Kendricks emerged victorious over Crossville MMA’s Dylan Sells by unanimous decision at XFA Fight Night 5.
Both fighters were making their kickboxing debut inside the XFA cage, and neither showed any signs of hesitation in the opening minutes. Sells came out aggressive, pressing forward with sharp combinations and crisp low kicks. Kendricks responded with his own slick counters and effective use of range, keeping the exchanges competitive and intense.  Crossville, TN – The XFA Fight Night 5 main card opened with a bang at the National Guard Armory in Crossville, Tennessee, as fans were treated to a thrilling no-gi grappling bout to kick off the main card. In a 175-pound blue belt contest, KMAA’s Jack Jones faced off against Independent MMA’s Justin Cramp in a short but action-packed match that showcased slick technique and relentless pace.
Both athletes came into the bout with XFA experience—Jones making his promotional return after a strong showing at XFA Fight Night 4 in May, and Cramp appearing for the first time since his debut at XFA Fight Night 3 back in February. With each competitor eager to make a statement, the intensity was evident from the opening exchange.  Crossville, TN -- The official weigh-ins are complete for XFA Fight Night 5, and the stage is now set for another action-packed night of combat at the Crossville National Guard Armory. Fighters from across the Southeast hit the scales and made weight for Saturday’s 14-bout lineup featuring MMA, kickboxing, grappling, and junior rules bouts.
The card is headlined by a lightweight dirty boxing title clash between Zack Mitchell (1-0) of Memento and Matt Luffman (0-1) of Killa Kickboxing. Both men successfully made weight and are set for a high-stakes war in the main event. Other featured matchups include the return of Kayla Brummett (1-0), a blue belt grappling match between Abigail Dhuivetter and Gabrielle Hopwood, and the highly anticipated MMA clash between Calogio Torres and Moses Lee, both undefeated. Here are the official weigh-in results for XFA Fight Night 5:  Crossville, TN – Fight fans in the Upper Cumberland are in for another action-packed evening as XFA Fight Night 5 returns to the National Guard Armory in Crossville, TN on Friday, June 21st. Among the stacked lineup of mixed martial arts bouts, a compelling lightweight matchup is set to take place between Crossville MMA’s Ryan Moore (0-4) and Ethan Wynkoop, who will be making his amateur debut representing KMAA.
This 155-pound amateur MMA contest brings together two hungry athletes with something to prove. Moore, a local favorite fighting out of Crossville MMA, enters the cage determined to secure his first victory in front of his hometown crowd. Meanwhile, Wynkoop looks to make a strong impression in his debut and uphold the competitive reputation of Knoxville Martial Arts Academy.  The grappling action is heating up in Crossville, TN as two talented Tennessee Blue Belts prepare to square off in a highly anticipated no-gi match at XFA Fight Night 5, taking place June 21st at the National Guard Armory.
Representing Crossville MMA, Abigail Dhuivetter returns to the XFA stage with something to prove. After making her Junior MMA debut at XFA Fight Night 4 on May 24th, Dhuivetter suffered a tough loss to Kayla Brummett when she was unable to continue after the second round. Now 0-1 in Juniors MMA, Abigail steps back into the spotlight—but this time in her strongest element: grappling. Known for her gritty style and aggressive submission attacks, she’s looking to showcase her jiu-jitsu in a pure format.  On May 24th, at XFA Fight Night 4 in Harriman, Tennessee, Tayler Milam-Brown made her long-awaited amateur MMA debut. Transitioning from a kickboxing background, Tayler stepped into the cage under the XFA banner and delivered a composed, disciplined performance—despite the chaos that unfolded both before and after the fight. What was scheduled to be a standard debut turned into a controversial, emotionally charged whirlwind involving weight issues, scoring confusion, and online drama. Through it all, Tayler displayed unwavering professionalism, resilience, and the kind of mental strength that can’t be taught. We caught up with her after the dust settled to hear her side of the story—and where she’s headed next.
 Cookeville, TN – The Xtreme Fighting Alliance (XFA), Tennessee’s premier mixed martial arts organization, is proud to announce that beginning July 25th, it will officially implement the full range of weight classes recognized by the Association of Boxing Commissions (ABC) Unified Rules of MMA. This change will take effect at XFA LIVE 03, scheduled to take place at Revolver of Cookeville in Cookeville, TN.
By aligning with the ABC’s updated weight class structure, XFA aims to expand competitive opportunities for fighters and enhance athlete safety through more precise weight classifications. This decision allows for a broader spectrum of talent to compete in divisions that more accurately reflect their natural size and build, reducing the need for extreme weight cutting and providing more matchup possibilities across the board.  CROSSVILLE, TN – The Flyweight division is about to get a jolt of adrenaline on June 21st at XFA Fight Night 5, when Dustin Pryor (0-1) steps back into the cage with something to prove, facing off against Jovani Barajas, who will be making his highly anticipated amateur debut. The action goes down at the National Guard Armory in Crossville, TN, in what promises to be a fast-paced, high-energy scrap.
Pryor made his amateur debut on May 24th at XFA Fight Night 4 in Harriman, TN, but things didn’t go his way. Matched up against Lavinceo Jackson at Featherweight, Pryor was caught by a devastating knee that ended the bout in the first round. The loss hasn’t shaken Pryor’s confidence—instead, it’s fueled a change. He’s making a bold move, dropping two weight classes to compete at 125 pounds, a division he believes is a better fit for his frame, speed, and fighting style.  On May 24th at XFA Fight Night 4 in Harriman, Tennessee, amateur mixed martial artist Kember Hunt made her long-awaited MMA debut after a 2-2 run in the amateur kickboxing circuit. Stepping into the cage for the first time under MMA rules, Hunt squared off against the undefeated Gabrielle Hopwood, who entered the bout with a 1-0 record. Despite a strong showing of grit and determination, Hunt’s debut was cut short in the first round when she was submitted via arm triangle. We caught up with Kember after the fight to reflect on her experience, lessons learned, and what lies ahead in her combat sports journey.
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