Resurrection Fighting Alliance held its 21st event on Friday evening in California and showcased a variety of enthralling match-ups, including a headlining contest for the vacant lightweight title.
Arguably the top Arab MMA prospect in the entire sport, Mehdi Baghdad, was victorious in the main event against wrestling-based Zach Juusola. His vicious fourth round TKO finish of Juusola earned him the 155-pound title in RFA and will likely set him up for a UFC debut in 2015.
Baghdad moves to 10-3 in his MMA career and has finished both his RFA fights in emphatic fashion. His Muay Thai background makes him arguably the most talented striker from the region.
Read his BloodyElbow interview here: Part 1 -- Part 2
Watch the highlights above.
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