Anthony Pettis FC 23: Milwaukee Fight Night 10 - Wanderley vs. Perez is a mixed martial arts event promoted by Anthony Pettis FC and will take place on March 29, 2026 at the Landmark Credit Union Live in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States.
Fight Card
Main Card (UFC Fight Pass)
Bantamweight Gabriel Wanderley vs. Enzo Perez 135 lbs Vacant Bantamweight Championship
Lightweight Brandon Evans vs. Terrence Wheat 155 lbs
Welterweight Isaiah Watkins vs. Matt Ryan 170 lbs
Heavyweight Starling Simmons vs. Jerrod Winston 265 lbs
Featherweight Tres Leon vs. Ronnie Gibbs 145 lbs
Preliminary Amateur Card
Featherweight Ashanti Olofintila vs. John Medina 145 lbs Amateur Featherweight Championship
Bantamweight Carlos Moreno vs. Austin Haverkamp 135 lbs Amateur Bantamweight Championship
Lightweight Wilson Melgar vs. Leo Sabala 155 lbs Amateur Lightweight Championship
Light Heavyweight Christopher Uselding vs. James Cusick 185 lbs
Bantamweight Héctor Bonilla vs. Anthony Guerra 135 lbs
Featherweight Taezhon Mason vs. Eric McDonald 145 lbs
Welterweight Cody Peterson vs. Lemar Brooks 170 lbs
Lightweight E.J. Brown vs. Jakhi Jones 155 lbs
Featherweight Romero Stancle vs. Gabe Pugh 145 lbs
Flyweight Diego Rodriguez vs. Jay Curry 125 lbs
Background
Brew City Battleground: The Bantamweight Throne at APFC 23!
The energy in Milwaukee is set to hit an all-time high as the "Showtime" brand returns to its spiritual home for a milestone tenth edition of Fight Night. On March 29, 2026, Anthony Pettis FC 23: Wanderley vs. Perez takes over the Landmark Credit Union Live, delivering a card packed with the technical flair and high-octane finishes that have become synonymous with the Pettis name. In a city that demands grit and excellence, this event serves as the ultimate proving ground for the next wave of North American stars.
The Main Event: A Global Clash for Bantamweight Gold
At the pinnacle of the card, the vacant APFC Bantamweight Championship is on the line as the dynamic Gabriel Wanderley meets the relentless Enzo Perez. Wanderley brings a sophisticated, high-velocity style to the cage, known for the creative striking and slick transitions that embody the "Showtime" philosophy. Fighting for a major title in Milwaukee, he looks to cement his status as the premier 135-pound prospect in the organization.
In Enzo Perez, however, he faces a battle-hardened adversary who thrives in the chaos of a trade. Perez is a pressure fighter with a durable chin and the kind of "never-back-down" mentality that has seen him break the will of technical specialists in the past. This is a quintessential "speed vs. pressure" narrative: can Wanderley find the angle for a highlight-reel finish, or will Perez drag him into deep waters to claim the crown?
Lightweight Explosiveness and Welterweight Warfare
The intensity remains at a fever pitch in the co-main attraction as Brandon Evans takes on Terrence Wheat. Both men are known for their forward-marching styles and willingness to trade in the pocket, making this 155-pound clash a frontrunner for "Fight of the Night" honors.
The 170-pound ranks feature a high-stakes encounter as Isaiah Watkins tests his skills against Matt Ryan. In a division defined by physical intensity, this welterweight duel is a strategic chess match played at high speed. Simultaneously, the heavyweights take center stage as Starling Simmons and Jerrod Winston collide in a matchup where the judges are unlikely to be required.
The Amateur Triple-Championship Gauntlet
APFC 23 continues its commitment to the future of the sport with an unprecedented slate of amateur title fights. The Amateur Featherweight, Bantamweight, and Lightweight Championships are all on the line, featuring top-tier prospects like Ashanti Olofintila, John Medina, and Wilson Melgar. These athletes aren't just fighting for a win—they are fighting for a professional contract under the watchful eye of a MMA legend.
From the featherweight technicality of Tres Leon and Ronnie Gibbs to the opening flyweight scrambles of Diego Rodriguez and Jay Curry, every athlete on this card understands the mission. In Milwaukee, a dominant performance is a declaration of intent. Every exchange is a step toward the world stage, and every finish is a reminder that the future of MMA is being forged in the heart of the Midwest.
