TUCSON, Ariz. (March 25, 2026) — Rage in the Cage makes its long-awaited return to Desert Diamond Casino’s Diamond Center on Saturday, May 23, 2026. Tickets start at $50 and can be purchased through Etix and at Desert Diamond Casino’s Box Office starting at 10 a.m. on Friday, March 27. Doors open at 7 p.m.; show starts at 8 p.m. The event includes special guest appearances by UFC veterans Anthony “El Toro” Birchak and Edwin “Babyface” Dewees, along with PRIDE veteran Shannon “The Cannon” Ritch.
Rage in the Cage, founded in 1998 by Roland Sarria in Arizona, is one of the longest-running MMA promotions in history. Showcasing MMA, Kickboxing, and Muay Thai, the promotion has provided a competitive platform for fighters while delivering action-packed events for fans for over two decades. Rage in the Cage continues to support the growth of combat sports through authentic matchups and community-driven fight experiences.
Treena Parvello, Director of Government and Public Relations for the Tohono O’odham Gaming Enterprise, said, “We’re excited to announce the return of Rage in the Cage to Desert Diamond Casino. Join us as we welcome back the thrill of cage fighting to the Diamond Center on May 23 for as little as $50.”
Desert Diamond Casino, with three locations in Southern Arizona (Tucson, Sahuarita, and Why) and two in the West Valley, is owned and operated by the Tohono O’odham Gaming Enterprise, an enterprise of the Tohono O’odham Nation. Additional information can be found at www.ddcaz.com or by calling 866-DDC-WINS. Follow Desert Diamond Casino on X.com(@DiamondCasinos), Facebook (@DDCAZ), and Instagram (@DiamondCasinos).