Maxim Sergeyev (18-11-1) picked up a knockout victory over John Poppi at CFFC 155. Sergeyev made his entrance dressed as the Mask, adding a memorable theatrical element to the win.
Maxim Sergeyev delivered both a knockout finish and one of the more memorable ring walks in recent regional MMA when he defeated John Poppi at CFFC 155 on June 28, 2026.
Sergeyev made his entrance dressed as the Mask, the green-faced character from the 1994 Jim Carrey film, before stepping into the cage and backing up the theatrical flourish with a decisive finish. The Russian fighter improves to 18-11-1 with the victory, adding another knockout to a career that has seen him compete across multiple organizations.
Why it matters
- Sergeyev's winning finish demonstrates that his entertainment instincts are matched by his finishing ability inside the cage
- CFFC 155 continues the promotion's tradition of showcasing fighters who bring personality alongside their skills
- The result moves Sergeyev's record to 18-11-1, keeping him active on the regional circuit
CFFC, one of the more established regional promotions on the East Coast, has long served as a proving ground for fighters working toward larger stages. A stoppage victory at this level, particularly one that generates attention beyond the result itself, can help a fighter build the kind of profile that attracts opportunities with larger organizations.
Poppi drops the decision by way of knockout, a setback that will require him to regroup before his next appearance on the regional scene.
