Rama and Mehmen to Challenge for WSOF Heavyweight Title

Smealinho Rama will face Derrick Mehmen (18-5) for the World Series of Fighting Heavyweight title. The bout has been rumoured for a while but is now confirmed to be on the October 11th WSOF 14 show in Edmonton, Alberta.

Smealinho Rama (8-1) is unbeaten in 2014 with wins over former UFC fighter Tim Hague at Unified MMA and the highly regarded, previously unbeaten Steve Mocco at a WSOF Canada event. Rama is excited for the chance to wrap gold around his waist, saying,

“Fighting for the WSOF title is a once in a life time opportunity that I stumbled across. I plan to train hard and make the best of this incredible opportunity that has been given to me.”

The Independent MMA fighter, who previously challenged for an MFC title a year ago, commented on fighting for another title,

“I am excited, but focused and determined. It’s my second chance at a title and my shot at redemption. Times are tough, but I have to face all of the adversity and push through it to make all my dreams come true.”

Derrick Mehmen (18-5) is unbeaten in all three of his World Series of Fighting appearances. The ATT Heavyweight beat Rolles Gracies, Scott Barrett, and Dave Huckaba in order to receive his title shot. Mehmen has not lost since 2012 when he was on the wrong end of a decision against Gian Villante on a Strikeforce card.

The Rama/Mehmen title fight joins a stacked WSOF 14 card that already features a main event of Ryan Ford taking on Jake Shields.