#EFNInsideTheVault | June 14, 2025
At EFN 27, Yorkman Santana made an unforgettable Elite Fight Night debut, stopping Taylor Morrison with a second-round TKO after a dominant performance.
From the opening bell, Santana showcased the poise of a seasoned competitor. His elite distance management, clean and efficient striking, and powerful wrestling allowed him to dictate every phase of the fight before a perfectly timed counter right hand brought the night to an end. A true mixed martial artist in every sense, Santana has shown he can control a fight with his technique just as easily as he can end it with one perfectly placed shot.
Now entering the EFN cage as a 1-0 professional, Santana returns to EFN 30: Punch-a-Palooza looking to build on his momentum and deliver another statement performance.
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ADAM SALAMEH (1-0) vs. STEVEN RENDON (2-0) 🔥
Representing Chicago MMA, Adam Salameh returns to the Elite Fight Night cage after an impressive professional debut at EFN 28, where he dominated his opponent before securing a second-round rear naked choke. A physical, relentless competitor, Salameh thrives on pressure and control, making life difficult for anyone standing across from him.
Making his EFN debut, Steven Rendon enters representing Chicago Fight Team with an undefeated 2-0 professional record. Both of his victories have come by first-round rear naked choke, proving he's more than capable of ending a fight the moment an opportunity presents itself. A dangerous finisher with momentum on his side, Rendon will look to make an immediate impact in his first appearance under the Elite Fight Night banner.
Two undefeated prospects. Two dangerous finishers. Two Chicago standouts looking to prove they're the city's next breakout star. Don't expect this one to need the judges.
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COLE CERVANTES (2-1) vs. NATE PHINNEY (1-1) 🔥
Cole Cervantes returns to the Elite Fight Night cage looking to build on the momentum of one of the most memorable finishes in EFN history. After scoring a 15-second knockout in his last appearance, Cervantes has continued to establish himself as one of the promotion's top young prospects. A high-level wrestler with explosive athleticism and fight-ending power, he's capable of controlling the action wherever the fight takes place.
Standing across from him is Nate Phinney, a towering 6'4" prospect with a well-rounded skill set and plenty of upside. Comfortable fighting at range with a composed, cerebral striking style, Phinney also possesses the grappling ability to match opponents in every phase of the fight. As two rising stars continue to climb the regional ranks, this matchup has all the ingredients to steal the show.
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TONIGHT'S PREMIERE 🎬
The full broadcast replay of the Elite Amateur Fight League Season 3 Eastern Conference Final goes live tonight at 6:00 PM.
Featured Matchups
• Javier Coronado vs. James Huffman
• Michael Parker vs. Ryan Patterson
• Savanna Tarver vs. Kelsey Gilmore
• Rafael Ramos vs. Shawn Ahern
• Nate Aleo vs. David Gladfelter
• Darrell Kozeluh vs. Mike Capone
• Tyler Veal vs. Andrew Kim
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#EFNInsideTheVault | November 7, 2025
At EFN 28, Adam Salameh made an impressive amateur debut, dominating Trea Pierce before securing a second-round rear naked choke submission.
From the opening bell, Salameh showcased a composed, well-rounded game. He consistently worked his way to dominant positions, mixed in damaging ground-and-pound, and patiently created the opening for the finish. It's a style built on control, pressure, and smart decision-making.
Now, Salameh returns to the Elite Fight Night cage looking to improve to 2-0 as an amateur with another strong performance at EFN 30: Punch-a-Palooza.
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HI PEREZ (2-0) vs. J.J. JOHNSON (0-2) 🔥
Hi Perez makes his Elite Fight Night debut carrying an undefeated 2-0 professional record. Representing Clarksville, Tennessee, Perez is a long, technical striker who uses his range and timing to control the action. Combined with a slick submission game, he has the ability to end a fight at any moment or stay composed and outwork his opponent over three rounds.
Representing Portage, Indiana, J.J. Johnson returns to the EFN cage still in search of his first professional victory. A durable pressure fighter, Johnson is at his best when he's forcing the pace and making opponents work every second of the fight. With another opportunity on the Elite Fight Night stage, he'll be looking to break into the win column and spoil Perez's promotional debut.
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Local favorite Beau Samaniego (@beaudillle) is set to headline EFN 30: Punch-a-Palooza. Representing G2 (@gilbertgrappling), Beau will defend home turf under the bright lights as he looks to deliver a memorable performance in front of a packed Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana crowd.
Elite Fight Night is Chicago's premier MMA promotion, featuring the best amateur and professional fighters from across the Midwest. With an action-packed fight card, unforgettable matchups, and one of the best live atmospheres in combat sports, EFN 30 is a night you won't want to miss.
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YORKMAN SANTANA (1-0) vs. JESUS VILLEGAS (2-1) 🔥
Yorkman Santana wasted no time making an impression in his professional debut and now returns to the Elite Fight Night cage looking to stay unbeaten. A quick, technical striker with veteran-level composure, Santana pairs sharp stand-up with high-level wrestling, making him a dangerous and well-rounded threat wherever the fight takes place.
Jesus Villegas enters EFN 30 with years of experience and a reputation for being a game opponent every time he competes. At 2-1 as a professional, Villegas brings a dangerous ground game and the toughness to push anyone for three hard rounds. With one win already in 2026, he'll be looking to make it two and derail Santana's early momentum.
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#EFNInsideTheVault | February 20, 2026
At EFN 29, Cole Cervantes needed just 15 seconds to stop Xavier Contreras with a devastating TKO, making one of the fastest statements in Elite Fight Night history.
A high-level collegiate wrestler with explosive athleticism and fight-ending power, Cervantes has all the tools to be one of the promotion's brightest rising stars. Whether he's dictating the fight with his wrestling or letting his hands go, he's always a threat to end the night in an instant.
Now, he'll look to deliver another statement performance when he returns to the EFN cage in front of his hometown crowd at EFN 30: Punch-a-Palooza.
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TONIGHT'S PREMIERE 🎬
The full broadcast replay of the Elite Amateur Fight League Season 3 Midwest Regional Final goes live tonight at 6:00 PM.
Featured Matchups
• Michael Parker vs. Christian Jones
• Tyler Veal vs. Isaiah Watkins
• Tyler Scott vs. Jordan Crider
• Javier Coronado vs. Brennan France
• Anna Somers vs. Kara Vislosky
• Chris Sanchez vs. Clay Leek
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