The rules and fighters are set for Triller’s new venture.
The promotion announced on Tuesday the full fight card along with the rules for their new style of fighting – Triad Combat. The event is set to inaugurate on Nov. 27 at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas.
Triad Combat is a new style of fighting that incorporates boxing and MMA rules.
Fighters will compete in a triangular ring and under two-minute rounds. The idea is to set professional boxers against professional MMA fighters in an environment that’s “leveling the playing field.”
Like in boxing, only punches will be allowed. No kicks or elbows are permitted in Triad Combat. What does differs from boxing, is that this new fighting style will allow clinching and striking from the clinch.
More on the rules and regulations can be seen in the video below.
As far as the fight card, it will feature a former UFC champion, four former UFC fighters, and two ex-Bellator competitors. The full lineup can be seen below.
Main event: Frank Mir vs. Kubrat Pulev - heavyweight
Frank Mir, a former UFC heavyweight champion, has been competing in MMA – and recently boxing – since 2001. He holds wins over Brock Lesnar, Tim Sylvia, Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira, Mirco Cro Cop, and other notable names. Mir (19-13 MMA) last fought in April, losing a decision to Steve Cunningham under the Triller banner.
Kubrat Pulevsports a record of 28-2 with 14 knockouts in the world of boxing. His only losses throughout his distinguished career came in world title bouts to Wladimir Klitschko and Anthony Joshua.
Co-main event: Matt Mitrione vs. Alexander Flores - heavyweight
Matt Mitrione competed under the UFC banner and Bellator for many years. He made his professional debut in the UFC back in 2009, stopping Marcus Jones. Mitrione has defeated notable opposition such as Derrick Lewis, Fedor Emelianenko, Gabriel Gonzaga, and others. Mitrione (13-9 MMA) was released by Bellator over the summer after going winless in a five-bout stretch. His last fight was in July when he suffered a first-round TKO defeat to Tyrell Fortune.
Alexander Flores, who fights out of Rowland Heights, Calif., owns a record of 18-3-1 with sixteen knockouts as a professional boxer.
Mike Perry vs. Sakio Bika - 175 pounds
Dec 14, 2019; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Mike Perry (blue gloves) reacts before a bout against Geoff Neal (not pictured) during UFC 245 at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports
Mike Perry last competed at UFC on ABC 2 in April where he suffered a decision loss to Daniel Rodriguez. It was the final bout of his UFC contract. The 30-year-old competed in the UFC from 2016 to 2021, picking up wins over Paul Felder, Jake Ellenberger, and Alex Oliveira among others. Perry (14-8 MMA) is currently under contract with BKFC, but can fight outside of bare-knuckle boxing competitions.
Sakio Bikais a former WBC super middleweight champion. His boxing record is 35-7-3 (with 22 KOs) and holds wins over top-rated contenders Sam Soliman (twice), Peter Manfredo, and Jaidron Codrington.
Derek Campos vs. Brian Vera - 165 pounds
Derek Campos was a long-time veteran of Bellator. He competed under the promotion from 2013 to 2021 and had 16 bouts during his tenure. Campos (20-11 MMA) last fought at Bellator 246 in September 2020, losing to Keoni Diggs.
Brian Verahas compiled a record of 28-17-0 with 18 KOs in boxing. Over his 17-years as a professional, he’s notched notable wins over Andy Lee, Sergio Mora (twice), and Serhiy Dzinziruk.
Albert Tumenov vs. Scott Simon - 175 pounds
Albert Tumenov
Russia’s Albert Tumenov is a former UFC fighter who competed in the welterweight division. He went 5-3 in the UFC, defeating the likes of Lorenz Larkin and Alan Jouban. His final UFC fight was against top contender Leon Edwards, which he lost via submission. Tumenov (22-4 MMA) is currently on a five-fight winning streak
Scott Simonhold a boxing record of 35-15-1 with18 KOs. He’s faced numerous champions and rated contenders in the past including boxing legend Roy Jones Jr, Kelly Pavlik, Luis Arias, and Matvey Korobov.
Steven Graham vs. Harry Gigliotti - featherweight
Steven Graham
Steven Graham competed once under the Bellator banner back in 2019. He was submitted by Ireland’s James Gallagher in the first round. Graham (10-5 MMA) is currently on a three-fight winning streak.
Harry Gigliotti owns a boxing record of 8-3 including three knockouts.
