
How to Watch Anthony Pettis FC 17: Start Time, Main Card Preview & Predictions
Anthony Pettis Fighting Championship returns to action with an explosive night of fights. This week, the promotion touches down inside Potawotami Casino Event Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Anthony Pettis FC 17 features back-to back championship fights to cap off a high-octane fight card.
In the main event, the young and impressive bantamweights Miguel Sanson and Fabriccio Robles are set to compete. They will showdown for the vacant bantamweight title. The co-main event includes a fan-friendly stylistic matchup. Veterans Emmanuel Sanchez and Zach Zane will clash for the vacant welterweight title.
The fight card features proven veterans, undefeated rising prospects, and fan-friendly matchups. Anthony Pettis FC 17 will be an event fans can’t miss, bringing fiery action from start to finish.
How to Watch:
- Date: Sunday, June 15
- Main Card Start Time: 8:00 PM ET (UFC Fight Pass)
- Pro Prelims Start Time: 6:00 PM ET (YouTube)
- Amateur Prelims Start Time: 4:00 PM ET (YouTube)
Full Fight Card
Main Card (UFC Fight Pass)
- Anthony Pettis FC Bantamweight Championship: Miguel Sanson vs. Fabricccio Robles
- Anthony Pettis FC Welterweight Championship: Emmanuel Sanchez vs. Zach Zane
- Jose Vasquez (3-1) vs. Dillon Cox (6-6)
- Bacillo Monterroso (6-5) vs. Sergio Plascencia (5-2)
- Dominic Heath (0-0) vs. Joe Arroyo (0-0)
- Matthew Leonard (2-0) vs. Khetag Moraov (0-0)
Pro Prelims (YouTube)
- Kurtis Ellis (3-5) vs. Brennen Mellgren (1-1)
- Koby Kreuger (0-1) vs. Pierre Brown (0-1)
- Anthony Pettis FC Amateur Bantamweight Championship: Carlos Moreno (2-0) vs. Israel Vargas (5-0) (C)
Amateur Prelims (YouTube)
- Leonel Sabala (3-1) vs. Elijah Abels (2-2)
- Finan Gebrebirhan (4-1) vs. Austin Johnson (2-0)
- James Moreno (3-1) vs. Diego Rodriguez (2-0)
- Miguel Gutierrez (3-3) vs. John Medina (2-1)
- Abimael Martinez (4-5) vs. Dany Martinez (3-4)
- Cody Peterson (0-2) vs. Jac’Queis Gooch (0-2)
Anthony Pettis FC Vacant Bantamweight Championship
Miguel Sanson vs. Fabriccio Robles
The feature fight of the night showcases a scrappy bantamweight title clash. The young and eye-catching talent, Miguel Sanson (7-2), looks to capture gold. The 25-year-old finds himself on the uptick recently, riding an impressive three fight win streak. Sanson comes from legitimate amateur pedigree, possessing an unbeaten record of 4-0. Since turning pro, the Wisconsin fighter has made a name for himself on the regional scene. He competed in LFA and most recently, in Anthony Pettis FC. He has faced serious up-and-comers throughout his four years as a pro. Sanson made his Anthony Pettis FC back in November and has seemingly shown progression in his finishing abilities. Flashback to March, the bantamweight provided a viral clip in his last fight against Chris Johnson. He unloaded a WWE-esque signature move, “The People’s Elbow,” on his downed opponent.
That said, Sanson will have a full-plate with his talented and more-experienced opponent Fabriccio Robles (10-2). The Peruvian bantamweight makes his long-awaited return to the cage after a near two-year hiatus from the octagon. Before taking a long break, Robles was on an absolute tear—riding the momentum of a five fight win streak. He possesses serious finishing abilities with half of his professional wins coming inside the distance. Robles prefers to keep the fight standing, making this a superb piece of matchmaking given Sanson’s approach. Robles hasn’t faced the same level of competition. This gives him an opportunity to truly test himself in this main event bill.
Prediction: Miguel Sanson via Unanimous Decision
Anthony Pettis FC Welterweight Championship
Emmanuel Sanchez vs. Zach Zane
The card’s co-main event is sure to excite fans. The 20-fight Bellator veteran Emmanuel Sanchez (23-11) aims to capture the vacant welterweight strap. The 34-year-old is known for his slick submission skills and well-rounded skillset. Sanchez lays claim to an astounding nine submission victories over his fourteen years as a professional. Sanchez has a recent record of 3-2 in his last five fights. He can remind fight fans of his challenge against the legendary Patricio Pitbull. He faced him for the Bellator featherweight title in April 2021. His professional career dates back to 2011. Now, his time as a pro comes full-circle with a shot at gold.
As for his opponent, Zach Zane (15-15) has taken almost every avenue in the modern-day combat sports scene. The Hawaiian fighter has competed in MMA, bare knuckle fighting, and Power Slap. Zane has fought in many well-known MMA promotions over his eleven year professional career. He competed under Rizin, LFA, Eagle FC, and Bellator. He looks to shake off a tough six fight losing streak heading into this challenging co-main event opportunity. This will be his first MMA fight since June 2023. Zane has faced elite competition under the MMA ruleset, making Sanchez a potentially feasible task. He brings an all-or-nothing mentality to the cage. Twenty-six of his thirty bouts have not gone to the judges’ scorecards.
Prediction: Emmanuel Sanchez via Submission
Main Card Quick Picks
- Miguel Sanson via Unanimous Decision
- Emmanuel Sanchez via Submission
- Jose Vasquez via Unanimous Decision
- Sergio Plascencia via Submission
- Dominic Heath via Unanimous Decision
- Matthew Leonard via Unanimous Decision