CM Punk to Make Illinois Debut at Rockford Cage Fighting Event on June 26

ROCKFORD — The Cage Fury Fighting Championships will make its first appearance in Illinois at the Hard Rock Casino Rockford on Friday, June 26. WWE and UFC veteran CM Punk will appear live on UFC Fight Pass during the event call.

The event features a welterweight championship bout between Busurman Bushido Zhumagul and Ron Humphrey. A heavyweight championship fight pits Vitor Resende against UFC veteran Bevon Lewis in the co-main event.

CFFC CEO Rob Haydak announced the Illinois debut after partnering with Hard Rock Casino Rockford. The organization plans to showcase fast-paced production with top MMA prospects and championship matchups.

Additional fights include Max Metzgar against Jose Perez, Nick Aguirre versus Teshay Gouthro, and Matt Gawlik versus Billy Ray Valdez. The full lineup will be revealed later.

Preliminary fights begin at 6 p.m. with the main bouts at 8 p.m. Doors open at 5 p.m.

Tickets go on sale May 15.

We are incredibly excited to bring Cage Fury Fighting Championships to Illinois for the first time. Thanks to our amazing partnership with Hard Rock and the fantastic team at Hard Rock Casino Rockford, said CFFC CEO Rob Haydak.

The event showcases championship matchups and top MMA prospects. The organization delivers high-level production for memorable nights of entertainment.

CFFC General Manager John Morgan will also appear live on UFC Fight Pass during the broadcast call.