Ares FC 27: Augen vs. Rocha is a mixed martial arts event promoted by Ares FC to take place on November 23, 2024 at the Palais des sports in Marseille, France.
Fight Card
Main Card (UFC Fight Pass)
Virgil Augen vs. Moacir Rocha 185 lbs Middleweight Championship
Ylies Djiroun vs. Geraldo de Freitas 145 lbs
Magomed-Giri Umarkhadzhiev vs. Ioan Harris 170 lbs
Amin Ayoub vs. Estabili Amato 155 lbs
Youssouf Binate vs. Filipe Zacaron 135 lbs
Thomas Glot vs. Ghiles Oudelha 155 lbs
Phruethukorn Chaichongcharden vs. Jean Do Santos 155 lbs
Wissame Akhmouch vs. Gaetan Dambo 170 lbs
Preliminary Card
Jordan Zébo vs. Vincent del Guerra
Zarah Fairn vs. Annabruna Rados 145 lbs
Luke Neale vs. Wahbi Brahem 135 lbs
Djibril Khodary vs. Mohamed Soumah 135 lbs
Azamat Aboukhanov vs. Joffie Houlton 265 lbs
Background
Ares FC 27: Augen vs. Rocha – Championship Night in Marseille
This November 23, 2024, the Palais des Sports in Marseille will host an unforgettable night of mixed martial arts action at Ares FC 27. With three highly anticipated championship bouts taking center stage, the event promises to showcase the best of MMA, featuring a mix of fierce title defenses and rising talent eager to make their mark.
The spotlight will undoubtedly be on the Middleweight Championship, as Virgil Augen steps into the cage to defend his title against the dangerous Moacir Rocha. Augen, known for his methodical and precise striking, has established himself as one of the top middleweights in the sport, while Rocha brings a powerful and aggressive style that makes him a serious threat. Their clash promises to be a tactical battle, with both fighters eager to prove they’re the best in the division. Augen’s control and composure will face the explosive style and submission skills of Rocha, setting up a dynamic and unpredictable main event.
The action doesn’t stop there—Ares FC 27 will also feature a thrilling co-main event. In the featherweight division, Ylies Djiroun will look to extend his dominance against Geraldo de Freitas. Djiroun, a fan favorite for his fluid movement and sharp techniques, will have to face the tenacity of Brazil’s de Freitas, a fighter known for his all-around game and unrelenting pressure. This fight could determine who truly belongs at the top of the featherweight ranks, with both men hungry for a statement win.
The night will also feature two more championship bouts, as fighters in the bantamweight and welterweight divisions look to take home gold. Kennedy Freeman will battle for the vacant bantamweight title against Mafalda Carmona, with both fighters bringing speed and intensity to the cage. Their bout is sure to be an electrifying showcase of technical skill and determination.
Meanwhile, the welterweight division will see Wissame Akhmouch and Gaetan Dambo square off in a pivotal matchup, where both fighters will look to make a case for a future title shot with a decisive victory. This fight could change the landscape of the welterweight division as both men are known for their grit and power.
As the evening unfolds, other thrilling matchups will keep fans on the edge of their seats. The lightweight battles between Magomed-Giri Umarkhadzhiev and Ioan Harris, and Amin Ayoub against Estabili Amato, promise to be exciting showcases of heart and skill. These bouts will allow the fighters to demonstrate their mastery over various disciplines of MMA, from striking to grappling, with the stakes never higher.
With the main event featuring a dramatic championship clash and several thrilling bouts across multiple divisions, Ares FC 27 is shaping up to be one of the most exciting events of the year. Fans in Marseille are in for a night of high-level MMA action that will leave them talking long after the final bell.
