Lake Charles, LA [KNGT-FM] - Mixed martial arts fans won't have to wait much longer for the return of one of Southwest Louisiana's premier fight events.

Ragin Fighting Championship is heading back to the Lake Charles Event Center with Ragin FC 6 on Saturday, August 8, 2026, promising an evening packed with hard-hitting action inside the cage. It was originally slated for August 1st, but they moved it back a week.

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The event will feature a lineup of both professional and amateur MMA contests, alongside fast-paced kickboxing bouts that are expected to keep fans on the edge of their seats. The card will also highlight some of Louisiana's most promising up-and-coming fighters as they compete under the bright lights in front of a hometown crowd.

From opening matchups to the night's headline fights, Ragin FC 6 is shaping up to be one of the biggest combat sports events of the summer in Southwest Louisiana. Whether you're a dedicated MMA enthusiast or simply looking for an exciting Saturday night, the event promises nonstop action, dramatic finishes, and plenty of unforgettable moments.

(Photo by Mark Davis/Getty Images)
(Photo by Mark Davis/Getty Images)
(Photo by Mark Davis/Getty Images)

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Tickets for the event are on sale now. Please make a note that if you are worried about the fact that you bought tickets for the original date of August 1st, just check with the venue to make sure they will be honored on August 8th when the event takes place.

Ragin FC 6 gets underway at 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 8, 2026, at Sudduth Coliseum inside the Lake Charles Event Center. Fight fans are encouraged to secure their seats as anticipation continues to build for another memorable night of live combat sports.

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