# @lfafighting on Instagram - **Type:** Image - **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DYpJJWvjiX5 - **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/65768437-lfafighting-instagram - **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/postThumbnails/fcd0ab968f.jpg - **Posted:** 2026-05-22T13:36:56.000+00:00 - **Account Owner:** LFA (@lfafighting) β€” https://gondola.cc/lfafighting ## Caption #LFA233 It’s Fight Night πŸ†πŸ† The event will still feature a pair of title fights, headlined by the LFA Welterweight Championship. Reigning champion Jonathan Piersma (11-3) πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ will defend his title against Brazilian standout Diego Bianchini (10-2) πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Piersma, who represents upstate New York, has emerged as one of the top welterweights in the region, defending his home turf once again as champion. Known for his durability and well-rounded game, he now faces a dangerous late replacement with momentum on his side. Bianchini brings valuable experience to the matchup as a veteran of UltimateFighter and a proven competitor inside the LFA cage. The Brazilian is coming off an impressive submission victory at #LFA229 in March and now steps into the biggest opportunity of his career with a chance to capture LFA gold on short notice. The co-main event remains unchanged and will feature the LFA Lightweight Championship, as top East Coast contender Robert Varricchio (8-1) challenges reigning champion Richie Miranda (12-1). Miranda has established himself as one of the most dominant lightweights in the promotion, combining experience, composure, and finishing ability. He now looks to defend his title against a hungry challenger. Varricchio enters the bout with confidence and momentum, seeking to dethrone the champion and claim his first LFA title in what promises to be a high-level lightweight clash. LFA 233: Piersma vs. Bianchini, presented by MonsterEnergy, takes place today, May 22nd at the SenecaAllegany Event Center in #Salamanca #New York 🎟️: Tickets are still available at Ticketmaster.com πŸ”— Link in bio πŸ“²: The main card of LFA 233, will air live at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT on: VICETV ESPNDeportes ESPNKnockout Select prelims will air live on SpectationSports ## Stats - **Views:** 0 - **Likes:** 234 - **Shares:** 0 - **Comments:** 5 ## Tags lfa233, salamanca, new, lfa229 --- Copyright (c) Gondola