Nick Maximov Secured Decision Win at LFA 243
The light-heavyweight fighter defeated Wildemar Santos in Santa Cruz.
Updated on Oct. 12, 2026 in Mixed Martial Arts
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Nick Maximov extended his winning streak to seven fights after defeating Wildemar Santos by decision at LFA 243. The professional mixed martial arts event was held at the Kaiser Permanente Arena in Santa Cruz.
Why it matters
The victory keeps Maximov undefeated in the LFA, marking a successful return to the promotion following his initial appearance in 2020. This performance maintains his momentum in the light-heavyweight division as he looks to build on his professional standing.
Nick Maximov holds an undefeated 2-0 record in the LFA promotion. Elsewhere on the card, Mason Hartshorn secured a victory over Kelvin Martinez in just 30 seconds.
The players
Nick Maximov
He is a professional mixed martial artist who is currently on a seven-fight winning streak.
Kevin Fernandez
He is a 27-year-old fighter who holds a 10-1 professional record.
The details
The main event featured Maximov competing in the light-heavyweight division against Santos. Other results included Kevin Fernandez defeating Enrique Pacheco in the second round, alongside knockout wins for Joe Thurrott and Lorenzo Figueroa.
Timeline
The LFA 243 event took place on October 9, 2026.
The live broadcast began at 7:30 p.m. ET on October 9, 2026.
Maximov previously made an LFA appearance in 2020.
Season Trajectory
This event highlights the LFA developmental pipeline for prospective UFC fighters. Performances like that of Kevin Fernandez position rising prospects to move closer to national-level opportunities.
The win by decision extends Nick Maximov's current streak to seven consecutive victories. Meanwhile, the second-round finish by Kevin Fernandez reinforces his standing as a prospect with a 10-1 professional record.
The takeaway
Events like LFA 243 serve as critical proving grounds for athletes looking to advance their professional records and secure major promotion call-ups. Fans of the sport should monitor the records of emerging fighters like Sophie Lang and Kevin Fernandez as they navigate the professional circuit.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Combat Press.
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