Nick Newell, a congenital amputee who was born without his left hand, has overcome many obstacles in his athletic career. Today, he looks to take the next step in his MMA career.
Newell (9-0) makes his debut for World Series of Fighting when he meets Keon Caldwell (9-1) on the main card at Citizens Business Bank Arena in Ontario, Calif. The main card airs live on NBC Sports Network at 10:30 p.m. ET. (Prelims can be seen here on MMAjunkie.com at 8 p.m. ET.)
In this preview video from World Series of Fighting, get an inside look at what Newell’s life was like growing up as a struggling wrestler who continued to overcome obstacle after obstacle, culminating in an XFC lightweight title and now a chance to fight on his biggest stage yet.
Check out the behind-the-scenes preview of “Notorious” Newell above.
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