Following a highly successful debut MMA showcase in August 2025 at the Throwdown Cornhole Festival, Throwdown Productions is proud to announce its second live professional MMA fight event, once again partnering with Legacy Fighting Alliance (LFA) to bring elite mixed martial arts action to the Ventura Fairgrounds on Thursday, February 26, 2026. The event will be filmed for VICE TV, adding national exposure to an already high-profile night of combat sports.
Building on the momentum of its first fight event, Throwdown Productions continues to expand its live sports and entertainment offerings, delivering world-class sport experiences to Ventura County.
LFA is widely recognized as the leading developmental league for future UFC stars, having launched the careers of numerous top-ranked fighters. The Ventura event will feature a high-caliber fight card showcasing rising prospects, international talent, and seasoned veterans inside the cage.
The main event will feature long-time LFA veteran Rafael “Mulisha” do Nascimento (11–3) taking on dangerous Japanese standout Shuya Kamikubo (16–2–1) in a bantamweight showdown that pits experience against international pedigree.
Nascimento has been a staple of the LFA bantamweight division, known for his durability, well-rounded skill set, and consistency against high-level opposition. With multiple appearances inside the LFA cage, “Mulisha” has built a reputation as one of the promotion’s most reliable veterans, capable of pushing the pace and breaking opponents over the course of a hard-fought battle.
Standing across from him will be Kamikubo, one of Japan’s most accomplished bantamweight competitors. With 16 professional victories across respected international promotions, Kamikubo brings a polished striking arsenal, strong grappling fundamentals, and championship-level experience. This bout marks a major opportunity for the Japanese standout to make a statement on American soil against a proven LFA mainstay.
Currently Announced Fight Card (Additional bouts to be announced)
Main Event | Bantamweight Bout (135 lb)
Rafael do Nascimento (11–3) vs. Shuya Kamikubo (16–2–1)
Bantamweight Bout (135 lb)
Arnold Jimenez (12–4) vs. Allan Begosso (9–3–1)
Featherweight Bout (145 lb)
Roman Puga (4–1) vs. Victor Santos (6–5–1)
Light Heavyweight Bout (205 lb)
Shealor Ladd (3–1) vs. Isaiah Pinson (4–2)
Light Heavyweight Bout (205 lb)
Ryan Firinaiu (0–0) vs. Christopher Collins (1–0)
Event Details
Event: Throwdown Productions x LFA MMA Fight Night
Date: Thursday, February 26, 2026
Location: Ventura Fairgrounds – Ventura, California
Doors Open: 4:00 PM
Fight Times: To be announced
About Throwdown Productions
Throwdown Productions is a live event and entertainment company based in Ventura, California, specializing in large-scale sporting events, festivals, and broadcast-ready experiences. Best known for producing the annual Throwdown Cornhole Festival, one of the largest and most recognized cornhole tournaments in the world, Throwdown Productions continues to expand its footprint across combat sports, live athletics, and premium fan experiences. To learn more visit: thethrowdowncornholetournament.com.
About Legacy Fighting Alliance (LFA)
LFA is a professional Mixed Martial Arts promotion that was formed by the powerhouse merger between RFA and Legacy FC in 2017. It has launched the careers of over 350 athletes that have reached the pinnacle of MMA by competing in the UFC. LFA presents live Mixed Martial Arts events on a monthly basis around the world including Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Denver,
Dallas, Phoenix, Rio de Janeiro, and São Paulo. Based in Las Vegas, NV, LFA is one of the most active and respected MMA organizations in the fastest growing sport in the world. The promotion owns and operates LFA FIGHT NETWORK™ , a premium YouTube channel that features live combat sports events alongside live LFA Prelims and historical fights.
Please visit LFA.com for updates and information.
About VICE TV
VICE TV delivers a powerful mix of culture-defining originals, bold entertainment and live alternative sports across television and digital. The Emmy®-winning international television network from VICE Media Group, in partnership with A+E, is available in 40 million U.S. cable, telco, and satellite homes and to multiple licensees worldwide. To cater to the growing global demand for sports content, in 2025 the network launched a slate of live event programming (Arena Football One, BKB Bare Knuckle Boxing, LFA, Major League Volleyball, Professional Fighters League) and sports-focused docuseries and specials. Current and previous programming includes Out of Bounds, an investigative documentary franchise from VICE Studios; Chasing Speed from the National Hot Rod Association (NHRA); Don’t Call it a Comeback with host Noah Eagle, from Front Office Sports Studios, Skydance Sports, and NFL Films; NFL Classics: After Further Review, with host Kyle Brandt, from Omaha Productions in association with NFL Films; Brady vs Belichick: The Verdict, with host Christopher “Mad Dog” Russo; Pitino: Red Storm Rising and Calipari: Razor’s Edge; VICE Studios’ Dark Side of the Cage, Dark Side of the Ring Hell’s Angels and United Gangs of America; The Grudge; and Sports Gone Wrong.
For more information, visit VICETV.com.
