Brock Ellison Wins Competitive Lightweight Battle at XFA 02

Knoxville, TN - XFA 02 marked a milestone event as the first-ever Pro/Am card in Xtreme Fighting Alliance history, and one of the evening’s most anticipated amateur bouts came in the lightweight division as Blackeye Athletics’ Brock Ellison made his MMA debut against Temple Underground’s Dante Singh.

On paper, it was the classic striker versus grappler matchup. Ellison entered the cage with a perfect 3–0 kickboxing record, bringing confidence and sharp stand-up skills. Across from him stood Singh, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu brown belt with an extensive grappling competition background, eager to test his ground game against a proven striker.

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From the opening bell, both athletes showed why this bout had fans buzzing. Ellison showcased precise movement, strong footwork, and crisp combinations, while Singh remained composed and tactical, searching for opportunities to bring the fight to the mat.

Singh succeeded in securing several takedowns throughout the match, displaying his technical ground control and composure under pressure. However, Ellison’s defensive awareness and ability to nullify Singh’s offensive transitions prevented any serious submission threats. On the feet, Ellison’s striking edge proved to be the difference, landing clean shots and maintaining control of the pacing.

After three competitive rounds, the judges rendered a unanimous decision victory for Brock Ellison, who demonstrated poise, adaptability, and a well-rounded skill set beyond his striking background.

Both fighters earned respect from the Knoxville crowd with their sportsmanship and high-level performance. For Ellison, the win marks an impressive MMA debut and continues the momentum from his undefeated kickboxing career. For Singh, the showing proved he can hang with talented strikers and that his evolving all-around game will make him a name to watch in the XFA amateur ranks.

XFA 02 delivered an unforgettable night of action and set the tone for the promotion’s exciting future as it expands into the professional arena.


About Xtreme Fighting Alliance (XFA):
Founded in 2024, XFA is a Tennessee-based mixed martial arts promotion dedicated to elevating the sport through dynamic, high-quality events that combine professional and amateur MMA action. Sanctioned by GAMMA, XFA continues to provide a platform for fighters to showcase their skills in front of passionate combat sports fans across the Southeast.