(PRESS RELEASE) -- CXF: NIGHT OF CHAMPIONS presented by In Sync Productions, Lights Out Promotions, and Bash Entertainment, takes place on Saturday, December 17, 2016 at Sportsmen's Lodge Event Center located at 4234 Coldwater Canyon Ave. (cross street Ventura Blvd.) in Studio City, California.
Professional Mixed Martial Artist
Gym: Glendale Fighting Club (Team GFC)
Nickname: 'The Fearless"
Title: CXF MMA Bantamweight Champion (135 lbs)
Question 1: In your own words, who are you as a fighter?
Khashakyan: "I am a guy who stands inside the cage with no fear. Thats the way I fight, fearless. I have always been an athlete but in my purest form, I am a fighter."
Question 2: What can fans expect to see when you step inside of the CXF cage?
Khashakyan: "You are going to see a very powerful, intense individual. You are going to see two men enter a cage, and one of them is going to get very scared, but I guarantee you that will not be me!"
Question 3: Since your last fight, how have you improved yourself?
Khashakyan: "I started to take my diet more seriously, which has improved my weight cut. In the past, I think my performances have been affected by poor preparation on that end. In the cage, I am just more experienced. Your just going to see an upgrade."
Question 4: What do you know about your opponent Chris Beal?
Khashakyan: "He has more professional experience than I do, but I have been in just as many wars. He is quick and has good power, he is a very good fighter, so I know we will put on an exciting show".
Question 5: How would you describe your time with CXF MMA?
Khashakyan: "CXF MMA has really elevated the game to another level. The word is out among fighters, I know a lot of fighters who are trying to get a fight with CXF. They are one of the best promotions in the business. I am very proud to be their champion, they opened up many opportunities for me as a fighter."
Question 6: What is your prediction for the fight?
Khashakyan: "I will overwhelm my opponent, and if he is man enough to stand in front of me, then he too must fall!"
Tickets can be purchased online at www.MMATixx.com or by calling (626) 388-8888. Tickets start at $50 for General Admission. A limited number of Cageside and VIP bottle service tables are also available.
Doors Open at 6:00pm; First Bout at 6:30pm.
All bouts are subject to change.