An unparalleled evening of elite combat sports, celebrity guests, luxurious hospitality, and charitable impact is set to unfold in the heart of wine country. Napa Knockout will take place at the iconic Raymond Vineyards in Napa Valley on July 25th.
Under the Napa sky, Napa Knockout will fuse the excitement of championship combat sports with the refined ambiance of one of California’s premier destinations. Attendees can anticipate an exclusive night featuring world-class competitions, VIP experiences, premium wines, entertainment, and appearances by legendary figures from the combat sports world.
This event, presented in collaboration with the Association of Boxing Commissions Retired Fighters Charity, is dedicated to supporting the California State Athletic Commission Fighter Pension Fund. Its primary objective is to raise awareness and provide assistance to the fighters who paved the way for today’s athletes.
All proceeds generated from the event will be directed to the California State Athletic Commission Fighter Pension Fund.
Andy Foster, Executive Officer of the California State Athletic Commission, stated, “This is more than just a fight event. Napa Knockout is about bringing people together for an incredible night while giving back to the combat sports community in a meaningful way. We truly believe this will be a historic evening.”
The event is expected to attract athletes, celebrities, business leaders, and fans from across the nation, offering a luxurious experience unlike any previously witnessed in Napa Valley.
Confirmed combat sports stars and personalities include UFC Hall of Famer and former UFC Bantamweight Champion Ronda Rousey, UFC/boxing star Nate Diaz, MMA pioneer Gina Carano, legendary promoter Scott Coker, and rising boxing champion Vergil Ortiz. Additional confirmed guests include Gilbert Melendez, “Big” John McCarthy, Josh Thomson, Arnold Barboza, Chris Leben, and Max Griffin.
Jean-Charles Boisset, Proprietor of Raymond Vineyards, remarked, “Napa Valley has always been a place of innovation, culture, and celebration. Napa Knockout introduces a bold new energy – bringing together world-class sport, entertainment, philanthropy, and wine country hospitality in one unforgettable experience.”
With limited VIP access and exclusive sponsorship opportunities available, Napa Knockout is poised to become one of the most talked-about events in the region this year. General admission tickets start at $500, with ringside seats priced at $1,000.
Napa Knockout will feature an exciting fight card showcasing emerging talent in boxing, kickboxing, and MMA as the centerpiece of this historic evening.
The action will commence with a boxing exhibition featuring Junior Olympian Marley McNealy (17-2, 5 KOs), a 24-time National Champion from San Francisco. McNealy is fresh off a strong performance at the 2026 World Boxing Futures Cup, where she secured a third-place finish. An opponent will be announced shortly.
Returning to the ring for his second professional bout near his hometown of Windsor, California, Scooby Wright (1-0) will face Eddy Herrera (1-0) from Redding, California, in a three-round amateur light heavyweight MMA match. Wright, a former linebacker for the Arizona Cardinals, transitioned to MMA and achieved an impressive first-round knockout in under 10 seconds during his debut at Fight Night: San Jose 4 last December. The 31-year-old University of Arizona Hall of Famer aims to carry that momentum into the July 25th event against the undefeated Herrera.
Additionally, Napa’s own Antonio Vasquez (1-1) will perform for his hometown crowd against Tre Orlando (professional debut) in a three-round lightweight MMA bout. Under the guidance of MMA legend Gilbert Melendez, Vasquez had a successful amateur career. After an initial setback in his professional debut, Vasquez found his rhythm at Fight Night: San Jose 3, securing a first-round kneebar submission victory. Orlando, a native of Gilroy, California, enters his professional debut with a dominant amateur record of seven wins and no losses.
One of the most formidable strikers in kickboxing, Matt Baker (4-3-1), will face Tony Charles (3-5) from San Jose, California, in a three-round kickboxing contest. Baker, hailing from Walnut Creek, California, is preparing for a must-see showdown against Charles of American Kickboxing Academy as both competitors strive to return to the win column.
