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Former NFL star Shawne Merriman’s mixed martial arts promotion inked a media rights deal with ESPN on Wednesday, marking a huge step forward for the company.

Lights Out Xtreme Fighting’s multiyear agreement with ESPN will bring the company’s full fight schedule to fans in Latin America, the company said. ESPN will get exclusive regional rights to broadcast events in English, Spanish and Portuguese to countries in South America and the Caribbean.

“Since launching Lights Out Xtreme Fighting, our mission has been to build a platform for fighters and fans,” Merriman said in a news release. “Partnering with ESPN across Latin America is a major milestone for us. Latin America has some of the most passionate fight communities in the world. Showcasing

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