MCC 27: “Mutapcic vs Cummings” Makes History
With another event in the books, MCC 27 is already being regarded as quite possibly, the best event in the promotions history. From open to close, these warriors came out to put on a show for the fight fans, and with raw talent, determination, and the willingness to push [...]

Moreno vs. Crowder Scrapped, Replaced with Mickle vs. Simpson
 
At MCC 25: “Inferno”, Cory “The Projekt” Simpson made his return to the cage with a dominating performance over fellow lightweight striker, Jake Burriola.  He returned at MCC 26: “Triple Crown” to replace injured title contender, Chris “Mad Dog” Mickle, in a title bout with lightweight champion, [...]

Friday, June 11th, 2010 @ Vets Auditorium

With Big Shoes to Fill, MCC Returns Next Month
 
 
Fast on the heels of the most exciting, action packed event to date, Midwest Cage Championship returns to Hy Vee Hall on Friday, April 16 for MCC 26: “Triple Crown”.  The night will feature three five-round title fights and nine additional bouts highlighting some of the top [...]

“The Biggest Midwest Showdown Since Mickle vs. Stephens”
Several years ago, before they became two of the most popular fighters in the Midwest, Jeremy “Lil Heathen” Stephens and Chris “Mad Dog” Mickle put on one of the most epic four round battles in MMA history.  It ultimately ended when Stephens put Mickle to sleep with a [...]

Thanksgiving Throwdown has become a tradition for the Midwest’s top promotion, and with thirteen fights down, the fighters and MCC crew are ready to relax and spend some time giving thanks for all that is good.
There were three belts on the line last night, and all three champions proved to a crowd of over 2,000 [...]

By Randy Thomas
Former Champions Collide in Non-Title Bout
 
At MCC 23 “Thanksgiving Throwdown,” two former champions have agreed to face each other in a bout that is expected to be one of the most fast paced of the evening.  Following a side-lining shoulder injury due to an automobile accident, Will “The Real Deal” Shutt will step [...]

Wednesday, November 25th, 2009 @ Vets Auditorium

With the most stacked MCC card to date, the Midwest’s top promotion delivered what was promised to be non-stop action from start to finish.  MCC 22 “Reality Check” featured a Lightweight title match between reigning interim champion, Joe “The Hammer” Brammer and former featherweight champion, Chris “Mad Dog” Mickle.  Although most expected Brammer to finish [...]

Guest post by: Ronnie “The Warfrog” Britt
Brammer vs Mickle. Another big fight in the MCC looms close and I look forward to it like many of you do of course, but I also have some trepidation.  You see, the fighters involved are two friends of mine and this fight means a great deal to both [...]

MCC 22 Reality Check

Saturday, September 5th, 2009 @ Vets Auditorium

On Saturday, September 5, Midwest Cage Championship returns to Veterans Memorial Auditorium as Nutrishop presents: MCC 22 “Reality Check”.  With thirteen exciting fights on the card, the Midwest’s top promotion looks to once again, impress the fans and deliver fights the way only MCC can.   “This could possibly be one of the most loaded events we’ve ever [...]

Des Moines, IA: With the increased interest in Mixed Martial Arts reality shows, all styles of Mixed Martial Arts are starting to hit the mainstream, people finally are getting to see what styles of fighting, fitness and strength conditioning are really all about. Submission Grappling has gained the most popularity based on the numerous styles [...]

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By: Bruce “PhyteGuru” Huckfeldt
What is more dangerous?  Bullets flying at your head or having your face stomped so hard, it breaks your jaw?  Just ask Chris “Maddog” Mickle, he’s experienced both.  Mickle (30-12-2), a mixed martial artist of five years, will be headlining the 21st Midwest Cage Championship card against Eric Marriott.  A newcomer to [...]

Erik “New Breed” Koch had been training hard as he was scheduled to take on MCC Featherweight Champion, Chris “Mad Dog” Mickle, however a call from the big show threw a curve ball to the plan!  As we have witnessed several times in the past, top promotions such as the UFC have hand picked Midwest [...]

Friday, June 26th, 2009 @ Vets Auditorium