Elev8 Fitness Brings Explosive Main Event to Knoxville: Fields vs. Bethly

Knoxville, TN – Xtreme Fighting Alliance (XFA) returns this Friday, August 15th, for a night of explosive combat sports action at the iconic World’s Fair Park in Knoxville, TN. This landmark event marks not only XFA’s first-ever show in Knoxville, but also its first Pro/Am (Professional and Amateur) mixed martial arts card — and it’s bringing a main event with a story as intense as the action inside the cage.

In the Elev8 Fitness Main Event, long time MMA veteran Ron 'Killing' Fields, the head MMA coach at Crossville MMA and a veteran of nearly 70 professional fights, as he takes on Jawaski Bethly in a clash of grit and determination. Bethly, known for his toughness and willingness to fight anyone, anywhere, is stepping in on just five days’ notice after Ron’s original opponent, Tony Horn, went radio silent with the promotion.

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Ron is a true warrior and fan favorite, and Jawaski deserves massive respect for stepping up on such short notice. This is the kind of fight that makes MMA so exciting — two dangerous fighters meeting in the center of the cage, neither one willing to back down.

XFA 02 will feature a full night of professional and amateur MMA, along with kickboxing, boxing, Muay Thai, and grappling matches, all sanctioned by GAMMA. Fans can expect high-intensity bouts, passionate crowds, and an unforgettable fight night atmosphere.

With the last-minute twist in the main event, XFA 02 promises to deliver the kind of drama, action, and energy that fight fans crave. Knoxville will host its very first XFA event in what is set to be an unforgettable night of combat sports action.


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.