Versus Fight Night 18: The Bantamweight Debuts!

The stage is set for the 14th of March 2026, and Versus Fight Night 18 is bringing the heat to the Versus Cage! While championship bouts and veteran wars always grab the headlines, true MMA fans know that the purest, most explosive action often comes from the debutants. There is an unmatched level of hunger and adrenaline when fighters make that walk for the very first time.

In the fast-paced and highly technical 61.2kg Bantamweight division, we have two fresh prospects ready to lay it all on the line to secure their first official victory. A star will be born at VFN18!

Dominick Aoun

Representing Plato’s Academy out of Johannesburg, the 18-year-old prodigy Dominick Aoun is ready to make his mark on the amateur scene. Stepping into the cage with a 0-0-0 record, Aoun is a blank canvas with a world of potential. At 175cm tall, he brings youthful energy, sharp reflexes, and the hunger of a new generation of fighters into the cage. All the hours of grueling gym time and sacrifice come down to this moment, and Aoun will be looking to start his MMA career with an unforgettable, statement-making performance.q

Dalvern Pienaar

Ready to spoil the party is 21-year-old Dalvern Pienaar. Fighting out of Centurion under the banner of Warrior Sports, Pienaar is also making his highly anticipated amateur debut. Standing at 172cm, he comes from a gym known for producing tough, battle-ready competitors. Like his opponent, Pienaar carries a pristine 0-0-0 record into the cage, meaning someone's "0" has got to go. With the crowd roaring and the cage door locked, Pienaar is determined to show that his preparation has forged him into a true threat in the Bantamweight division.

Be there to witness the beginning of their MMA journeys live and loud!

2026-07-11