FCC 43 Preview: Jones vs. Aleixo Headline the Crown Jewel of UK MMA

The UK’s premier MMA promotion, Full Contact Contender (FCC), continues its rise with the upcoming FCC 43 event, set to take place on September 20, 2025, in Liverpool. The main event features a thrilling title showdown: undefeated Marlon Jones (5‑0) versus William Aleixo (7‑1) for the FCC Bantamweight Championship. Both fighters bring explosive records—Jones stormed through three first-round finishes and earned a 40-second knockout victory at FCC 42; Aleixo is riding a six-fight win streak, including multiple early stoppages.

FCC: From Grassroots Beginnings to Top UK MMA Platform

Launched in 2011, FCC began as a modest MMA-only promotion but has steadily grown into the UK’s foremost professional and amateur MMA organisation. It’s now widely recognized as the premier proving ground for fighters aspiring to reach global stages like UFC Fight Pass and beyond.

Over the past decade, FCC has built its reputation by consistently delivering high-quality events featuring the toughest local and international talent. Its collaboration with UFC Fight Pass further elevated FCC’s profile, exposing its cards—including FCC 43’s main event—to a global audience.

Many FCC alumni have gone on to sign with the UFC and other major promotions. One standout example: Shem Rock headlined the very first FCC card to stream on UFC Fight Pass and earned his UFC contract shortly thereafter. Others, including FCC champions like Brendan Loughnane and Kurtis Campbell, have leveraged their FCC success into international careers.

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Jones vs. Aleixo: Two Finishers, One Belt

This matchup epitomises the FCC ethos—action-packed, decisive, and hard-hitting. Marlon Jones of Aspire CSA demolished his opponent in under a minute at FCC 42, showcasing his raw power and precision. Aleixo, undefeated through six straight finishes, poses the stiffest test yet. The stakes couldn’t be higher: only one fighter will walk away as bantamweight champion, and one winning streak will end.

The fight format aligns with FCC standards: five professional rounds streamed live and exclusively on UFC Fight Pass, continuing their successful broadcast partnership.

Main Card and Key Matchups

While the official full fight card has not yet been fully published, the following bouts have been confirmed:

Main Event

Bantamweight Championship Bout:
- Marlon Jones (5‑0, Aspire CSA), currently on a three-fight first-round finish streak
- William Aleixo (7‑1), coming off six consecutive wins, most by early finish

Additional Bouts

Flyweight Bout:
- Connor Walsh (4‑0) vs Fernando Bonatto (6‑2, ranked in Brazil’s top 10)
Welterweight Bout:
- Jamie Davies vs Jordan Rutherford, both undefeated and recognized on the UK MMA circuit
Featherweight Bout:
- Anny Ferreira vs Summer Onley (3‑0), featuring two rising prospects
Lightweight Bout:
- Luke Newton (2‑0) vs Dylan Hall (FCC debut)
Lightweight Bout:
- Cole Dollar (3‑1, promotional debut) vs Ethan Cain (2‑1)

How to Watch FCC 43

Main Card:
Available live and exclusively on UFC Fight Pass (subscription required)
Prelims and Weigh-ins:
Broadcast free on FCC’s OnlyFans channel
Amateur and Early Prelims:
Selected undercard fights will be streamed for free on FCC’s official YouTube or FCC TV channel