LFA 227: Nascimento vs. Kamikubo is an upcoming mixed martial arts event promoted by Legacy Fighting Alliance that will take place on February 27, 2026, at the Ventura County Fairgrounds in Ventura, California, United States.
Fight Card
Main card (Vice TV)
Featherweight Rafael do Nascimento vs Shuya Kamikubo 135 lbs
Bantamweight Arnold Jimenez vs Allan Begosso 135 lbs
Middleweight Theo Haig vs Lance Wright 185 lbs
Light Heavyweight Shealor Ladd vs Isaiah Pinson 205 lbs
Women Mariana Piccolo vs Zoe Nowicki 125 lbs
Featherweight Roman Puga vs Hamzeh Trad 145 lbs
Lightweight Kohl Laren vs Luis Gomez 155 lbs
Preliminary Card (LFA Fight Network)
Light Heavyweight Ryan Firinaiu vs Christopher Collins 205 lbs
Light Heavyweight Sam Fournier vs Kyle Clark 205 lbs
Welterweight Dupree Stewart vs Jon Tabarez 170 lbs
Background
LFA 227: NASCIMENTO vs. KAMIKUBO takes place Friday, February 27th, 2026 at the Ventura County Event Center in Ventura, California.
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 victories, including wins 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.
The event will mark the promotion's second visit to Ventura and first since LFA 215 in August 2025.
The event headliner will feature a bantamweight bout between Rafael do Nascimento and Shuya Kamikubo.
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