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MFC 23 Main Event: Thales Leites vs. Dean Lister

by Brent Brookhouse

One of the best “regional” promotions in the world in Maximum Fighting Championships has inked former UFC middleweight championship contender Thales Leites to take on Dean Lister. MMAMania with the details:

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“This is an outstanding matchup and I am particularly pleased that both Dean and Thales agreed to fight each other so quickly – no discussion, no delays. Just signed, sealed and delivered,†said MFC Owner/President Mark Pavelich.

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“It is a great fight. Both guys have a lot to prove and both guys want the MFC title belt. There’s a lot at stake in this fight and that’s when things get very interesting.â€

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