Temporary 1,800-seat arena to be established in casino parking area for thrilling two-day event
Boxing icon Roy Jones Jr. to participate both evenings
HEMPFIELD TWP., Pa., June 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — This summer, there’s no need to travel far to witness top-tier boxing and MMA matches. Live! Casino Pittsburgh is bringing the excitement directly to you!
In collaboration with Xtreme One Entertainment, Inc. (OTC: XONI), the parent company of XFC Global, Inc., and renowned world champion boxer and promoter, Roy Jones Jr., Live! Casino is set to host the inaugural Live! Casino Pittsburgh Summer Fight Fest Weekend on Friday, July 11, and Saturday, July 12. The event promises two days of dynamic fights, with a temporary 1,800-seat arena being erected outside the casino, featuring 14 professional bouts across both days for sports fans.
Legendary boxer Jones will be present for both evenings. Attendees can secure 10-seat Signature Roy Jones Tables for $2,500 each, which include various VIP experiences and the chance to meet the celebrated boxer, a holder of world titles in four weight classes. General admission tickets, priced at $50, will be available soon at: www.FightFestLive.com.
“Live! Casino is the ultimate venue for major boxing and MMA events, and we are elevating it to a whole new level by bringing you live outdoor action,” commented Live! Casino General Manager Sean Sullivan. “With the support of Roy Jones Jr. and XFC, we are ready to present some unforgettable fight experiences to our community. The Live! Casino Pittsburgh Summer Fight Fest Weekend is set to be this season’s unmissable event.”
“Partnering with Live! Casino and the iconic Roy Jones Jr. allows us to expand our reach with our world-class MMA event in Steel City,” said Chris Defendis, President of Xtreme One Entertainment and XFC. “MMA is rapidly gaining popularity, and collaborating with Live! Casino and others globally presents a fantastic opportunity for both our fans and our business.”
This event, happening rain or shine, will commence at 4 p.m. daily, featuring local vendors including tattoo artists, cigar sellers, food trucks, and more. The MMA fights will begin at 7 p.m. on July 11, transitioning overnight into a boxing ring for bouts at 7 p.m. on July 12, showcasing seven matches each night, with both local and regional fighters.
“Involving local vendors in such significant events is something we cherish,” Sullivan added. “With thrilling fights, great food, and entertainment, the Live! Casino Pittsburgh’s Summer Fight Fest Weekend offers something for all fight fans and casual spectators. It’s also a way to give back to our community while enjoying elite combat sports action.”
