The event poster for the first Adrenaline.
IFL veterans Ben Rothwell, Ryan McGivern and Mike Ciesnolevicz are among the latest additions to the "Adrenaline MMA II" fight card, the organization today announced.
Scheduled for Dec. 11 at the i wireless Center in Moline, Ill., "Adrenaline MMA II" features a previously announced main event of mixed-martial-arts pioneer Pat Miletich vs. former King of the Cage champion Thomas Denny.
"With all the guys fighting who have extensive TV exposure, I think this is the best card we've ever had in the Quad Cities," Miletich stated.
Rothwell (29-6) will be featured in the evening's co-main event against Chris Guillen (13-10).
Rothwell was last seen in a third-round knockout loss to top heavyweight fighter Andrei Arlovski under the Affliction banner. Prior to that, the 27-year-old had been riding a 13-fight win streak that had many experts considering Rothwell among the world's top 10 heavyweights.
Rothwell has experience in the evening's venue, earning a 2006 knockout win over Bryan Vetell at the i wireless Center while competing for the IFL.
"The last time I fought in this arena was incredible," Rothwell stated. "I knocked out my opponent and the crowd went crazy. ... It was one of the best moments of my life."
Guillen is an 11-year veteran of the sport. The Texan is currently on a three-fight winless streak that includes losses to notable heavyweights Brad Imes and Ricco Rodriguez. Guillen holds two career victories over Wes Sims, and HE has dropped fights to UFC veterans Shane Carwin and Heath Herring during his 23-fight career.
In an additionally announced bout, Adrenaline MMA veteran heavyweight -- and Chicago police officer -- Mike Russow (10-1) will meet Joe McCall (5-1). Russow earned a submission win over Jason Guida at Adrenaline MMA's inaugural event in June.
Also featured on the card will be Miletich Martial Arts fighters Ryan McGivern (12-6) and Mike Ciesnolevicz (15-2), as well as featherweight stand-out L.C. Davis (10-1). No opponents were announced for those competitors.
"Adrenaline MMA II" will be broadcast live on HDNet. The updated card includes:
Thomas Denny vs. Pat Miletich
Chris Guillen vs. Ben Rothwell
Joe McCall vs. Mike Russow
Ryan McGivern vs. TBA
Mike Ciesnolevicz vs. TBA
L.C. Davis vs. TBA
Gabe Lemley vs. TBA
Ramiro Hernandez vs. TBA
Jesse Lennox vs. TBA
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