Philadelphia, PA (May 4, 2026) Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC), The World’s Fastest Growing Combat Sports Promotion, partnering with the City of Philadelphia has announced Liberty Brawl, their highly anticipated return to the Xfinity Mobile Arena on Friday, July 3.

In celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the United States, marking the signing of the Declaration of Independence, and with Philadelphia playing host to six FIFA World Cup 2026 matches, BKFC will present another stellar card at Philly’s premier sports and entertainment venue.

Tickets for Liberty Brawl will go on-sale this Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. EDT and can be purchased online at BKFC.com. The Xfinity Mobile Arena is located at 3601 Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19149.

Liberty Brawl marks the third BKFC event at the Xfinity Mobile Arena; the previous two historical record setting sellouts taking place at KnuckleMania VI on January 25, 2025 (Attendance 17,762) and KnuckleMania VI on February 7, 2026 (Attendance 18, 217).

A full action-packed fight card for Liberty Brawl will be announced shortly.

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Hammond, IN (April 27, 2026) Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC), The World’s Fastest Growing Combat Sports Promotion, makes their highly anticipated return to the Chicagoland area

on Friday, June 26 at The Venue at Horseshoe Casino.

Ticket information for BKFC Fight Night Hammond 2 can be found at BKFC.com. The Venue at Horseshoe Casino is located at 777 Casino Center Drive, Hammond, IN 46320, just 20 minutes from Downtown Chicago. First bell is at 7:00 p.m. CT. The event will also be broadcast internationally as part of the BKFC+ Subscription for $7.99 per month on The BKFC App – The Best Value in Combat Sports.

“Our first event this past October at The Venue at Horseshoe Casino was a tremendous sold-out success and we’re thrilled to promote another action-packed BKFC card there on June 26,” said David Feldman, Founder and President. “We strongly encourage fans to purchase in advance as we’re selling out every one of our events this year across the United States.”

Headlining BKFC Fight Night Hammond 2 is a welterweight clash between Cameron ‘Jumpman’ VanCamp, (3-2), of Lebanon, IN and Ecuador native Gregoris Cisneros, now fighting out of Chicago, IL. Co-headlining, Two-Time BKFC Heavyweight World Champion Arnold ‘Bomaye’ Adams, (7-5), of Evanston, IL clashes with battle-tested veteran Steve ‘The Panda’ Banks (4-3), of South Carolina.

The all-action Cameron VanCamp enters the squared circle on June 26 following a second-round knockout of Derrick Findley fighting on BKFC’s debut event at The Venue at Horseshoe Casino on October 18. He also holds exciting victories over Brandon Girtz and Micah Terrill.

Gregoris Cisneros makes his eagerly awaited debut in BKFC sporting a record of 3-2 in regional bare-knuckle fights including two show-stopping first round knockouts. The clash with VanCamp is Cisneros’ first in his adopted hometown of Chicago.

Looking to regain heavyweight glory, Arnold Adams seeks a return to the win column following a heated battle with undefeated Cuban Leonardo Perdomo on September 12, 2025. His BKFC record includes two stellar wins over former BKFC World Champion Joey Beltran in addition to victories over former BKFC World Champion Mick Terrill along with contenders Bobo O’Bannon and Sam Shewmaker. Adams made his BKFC debut on the promotion’s first event, BKFC-1, on June 2, 2018.

Fighting at KnuckleMania V on January 25, 2025 in front of the sold-out crowd at the Wells Fargo Center, Steve Banks impressively stopped local favorite and world ranked professional boxing contender Joey Dawejko in the third round.

Additional battles for BKFC Fight Night Hammond 2 will be announced shortly. Events at The Venue at Horseshoe Casino are 21 and Over with a valid photo ID.

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Clearwater, FL (April 24, 2026) Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC), The World’s Fastest Growing Combat Sports Promotion, hosted its third annual must-see event in Clearwater, FL on Friday night with BKFC Fight Night Clearwater 3 at the sold-out OCC Roadhouse.

An exciting new featherweight contender emerged in Friday’s Main Event as Quentin “QG” Gaskins of St. Petersburg, FL ran through Matt “The Silencer” Guymon in the 145-pound division. Gaskins sent Guymon to the canvas three times before their fight was stopped with just one second remaining in the second round.

Gaskins is now 3-1 in BKFC action, with all of his wins coming by stoppage.

“I’m one of the hardest hitting guys in this league, regardless of weight classes,” the fan-favorite Gaskins said in his post-fight interview. “I’m not coming out here just to win; I’m coming out here to walk a dog on that boy!”

The Wichita, KS product Guymon is now 2-3 in his bare-knuckle fighting career.

Former BKFC Bantamweight World Title challenger “Royal” Ryan Reber rose to the occasion in his 10th BKFC fight in Friday’s Co-Main Event, defeating Joshua “The Preacherman” Oxendine in a back-and-forth, five-round battle. The Clearwater, FL product Reber dropped Oxendine twice en route to the unanimous decision victory (49-44×2, 48-45). Reber is now 8-2 in the Squared Circle, with four of those wins coming by stoppage.

Reber entered fight night as the #2 ranked contender in the stacked BKFC bantamweight division and called out the winner of Jamel “Semper Fi” Herring‘s and Nate “Mayhem” Maness‘ battle for the vacant BKFC Bantamweight World Title in the Main Event of BKFC 89 on May 22 at the Acrisure Arena in Palm Desert, CA.

“Hello! 135? I’m back,” Reber told the rocking OCC Roadhouse.

Oxendine, who hails from Pembroke, NC, is now 4-4, 1 NC in his bare-knuckle fighting career.

Denver’s Kat Paprocki improved to 2-1 under the BKFC banner by defeating Crystal “The Lovely” Van Wyk in a hard-fought, five-round battle in Friday’s Featured Fight. Two judges scored the strawweight bout 49-46 and one had it 50-45, all in favor of Paprocki. The South African-born Hudson FL fighter Van Wyk, who entered fight night as the #4 ranked contender in the strawweight division, is now 2-3 in her BKFC career.

Clearwater, FL’s Tony “TMURPH” Murphy upped his spotless record to 3-0 with a third straight stoppage victory over Skyler “The Phoenix” Mauller in the middleweight division. Murphy floored Mauller three times in the opening round, eventually leading to the standing technical knockout finish 39 seconds into the second stanza. The New Lexington, OH product Mauller is now 1-3.

St. Petersburg, FL’s Mike Heckert sent Justin Walters to the canvas four times en route to the 78-second stoppage victory in their welterweight matchup. Heckert is now 2-1 with both of his wins coming by stoppage. Walters, who hails from Powell County, KY moves to 0-2.

In his first fight in more than a year, St. Petersburg, FL’s Brandon “Superman” Allen reaffirmed his status as a top contender in the stacked BKFC featherweight division by cruising to 6-2 at the expense of Lukas “Clown” Jones. Allen scored a pair of knockdowns before the fight was called to a stop with two seconds left in the opening round. Allen is now 6-1 in his last seven fights, with all but one of those victories coming by stoppage. The Zephyrhills, FL fighter Jones was making his BKFC premiere.

Tampa, FL’s Frankie “Mr. Fundamentalz” Solomon Jr. was victorious in his BKFC debut, defeating Rickie “Crimson King” McConnico via unanimous decision. Two judges agreed on the 50-45 verdict while one scored it 49-46, all in favor of Solomon Jr. McConnico, who represents Birmingham, AL, was also making his BKFC debut.

Greensboro, NC’s Quintan “The Hitman” Foye earned his second BKFC victory with a unanimous decision over Jason “Spook” Dinunzio. Foye scored the lone knockdown of the night, leading to the nod from all three judges (49-44×2, 48-44). Foye is now 2-4, while the Hudson, FL product Dinunzio is now 0-2.

Tampa, FL’s Terry “Neph” Williams was impressive in his BKFC debut, knocking out Bolo Carthon in the third round of their bout in the heavyweight division. Time of the stoppage was 1:23 in the third stanza. Carthon, who hails from Atlanta, GA, is now 1-2 in his bare-knuckle fighting career.

Clearwater, FL’s Gabriel “The Wolfman” Hernandez turned heads in his BKFC debut by knocking out Chachi Versace in the third round of their flyweight tilt. Hernandez logged a pair of knockdowns before the fight was stopped at 1:14 in the third frame. Versace, a product of Hudson, FL, is now 0-2-1.

Clearwater, FL’s Anthony “God Given” Grubbs was victorious in his BKFC debut, knocking out Tommy “Showtime” Jungles 25 seconds into the third round of their lightweight fight in the opening matchup of the night. Jungles, who represents New Port Richey, FL, was also fighting under the BKFC banner for the first time.

BKFC Fight Night Clearwater Results

Quentin Gaskins def. Matt Guymon via KO in Round 2 (1:59)

(2) Ryan Reber def. Joshua Oxendine via Unanimous Decision (49-44×2, 48-45)

Kat Paprocki def. (4) Crystal Van Wyk via Unanimous Decision (49-46×2, 50-45)

Tony Murphy def. Skyler Mauller via TKO in Round 2 (0:39) 

Mike Hecker def. Justin Walters via TKO in Round 1 (1:18) 

Brandon Allen def. Lukas Jones via KO in Round 1 (1:58)

Frankie Solomon Jr. def. Rickie McConnico via Unanimous Decision (50-45×2, 49-46)

Quintan Foye def. Jason Dinunzio via Unanimous Decision (49-44×2, 48-44)

Terry Williams def. Bolo Carthon via KO in Round 3 (1:23)

Gabriel Hernandez def. Chachi Versace via KO in Round 3 (1:14)

Anthony Grubbs def. Thomas Jungles via KO in Round 3 (0:25)

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Quentin Gaskins, 145.4lbs. vs Matt Guymon, 141lbs.

Ryan Reber 135.6 vs Joshua Oxendine, 135.4

Crystal Van Wyk, 114.6 vs Kat Paprocki, 115.6

Tony Murphy, 175.4 vs Skyler Mauller, 174.2

Mike Heckert, 166 vs Justin Walters, 166.2

Brandon Allen, 145.8 vs Lukas Jones, 146

Frankie Solomon, 170.4 vs Rickie McConnico, 169.8

Jason DiNunzio, 155.4 vs Quentin Foye, 152.8

Terry Williams, 264.4 vs. Bolo Carthon, 252.8

Chachi Versace, 124.8 vs. Gabriel Hernandez, 124.8

Thomas Jungles, 154.6 vs Anthony Grubbs, 152.8

Venue

OCC Roadhouse and Museum

Clearwater, FL

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Cardiff, United Kingdom – BKB Bare Knuckle Boxing today announced that former IBF featherweight world champion Lee “Lightning” Selby will make his bare knuckle debut on Saturday, 27th June 2026 at the Vindico Arena in Cardiff. The event, titled Carnage in Cardiff (BKB 55), marks the Welsh star’s explosive return to combat sports in the raw, no-gloves format of the Trigon. Tickets are on sale now.

The former world champion brings lightning-fast hands, and championship pedigree to bare knuckle as he looks to launch a new chapter and chase BKB world title glory on home soil. Lee Selby, known as “Lightning”, enjoyed a decorated gloved boxing career. He held the IBF featherweight world title from 2015 to 2018, successfully defending it five times against top international contenders. Prior to that, he captured the British, Commonwealth, and European featherweight titles between 2011 and 2014. The Barry native compiled a professional record of 28-4 (9 KOs) from 2008 to 2022 and stands as the 12th Welsh world champion in boxing history. His slick defensive skills and ring intelligence make him one of Wales’ most respected fighters.

After achieving everything possible in gloved boxing, Selby is now stepping into the bare knuckle arena, drawn to BKB’s rapid growth and the pure intensity of the sport’s original form.

“Lightning” Lee Selby said: “I’ve achieved everything in gloved boxing from regional titles to five successful world title defences. Now I’m making my bare knuckle debut right here in Cardiff. It’s the purest, no-filter version of the fight game, and I’m excited to bring my speed, skill, and experience to the Trigon. I’m back to show what I can do and chase another world title.”

BKB CEO David Tetreault said: “Lee Selby is a game-changer for our organization. His world title pedigree and championship mentality make him a massive addition to the roster. We’re thrilled to watch him make his bare knuckle debut in Cardiff and chase bare knuckle glory alongside our growing stable of elite talent.”

Mike Vazquez, Founder of BKB Bare Knuckle, added: “Lee is a true champion with an incredible resume. Lee’s debut in Cardiff is going to be special.”

The signing continues BKB’s momentum as the world’s leading bare knuckle organization, attracting decorated gloved boxers to its expanding roster of more than 200 fighters from over 30 countries. Recent highlights include Paulie Malignaggi’s successful transition and upcoming super welterweight world title challenge against Rolando Dy on 16th May 2026 in Manchester.

Carnage in Cardiff promises a stacked card of high-stakes bare knuckle action at the Vindico Arena in Cardiff Bay. The event will deliver the raw, action-packed fights that have made BKB one of the most disruptive and fastest-growing forces in combat sports.Broadcast details will be confirmed soon. Fans can purchase tickets now via bkbbareknuckle.com.

Las Vegas – UFC® returns to Meta APEX on June 6 with a stacked card filled with fun fights and headlined by a can’t-miss main event featuring former UFC welterweight world champion and No. 4 ranked contender Belal Muhammadas he faces off with rising No. 10 ranked Gabriel Bonfim. Also on the card, No. 4 ranked middleweight contender Brendan Allenmeets Edmen Shahbazyan.

UFC FIGHT NIGHT®: MUHAMMAD vs. BONFIM takes place Saturday, June 6 in Las Vegas. The prelims will air at 5 p.m. ET / 2 p.m. PT, followed by the main card airing at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT. All bouts will stream live on Paramount+.

Tickets for UFC FIGHT NIGHT®: MUHAMMAD vs. BONFIM will go on sale Friday, April 24 at 10 a.m. PT and are available at AXS.com. Ticket sales are limited to eight (8) per person. UFC Fight Club® will have the opportunity to purchase tickets on Wednesday, April 22 at 10 a.m. PT via the website UFCFightClub.com. A special Internet ticket pre-sale will be available to UFC newsletter subscribers Thursday, April 23 at 10 a.m. PT. To access the pre-sale, users must register for the UFC newsletter through UFC.com.

Meta APEX VIP Experience packages are available via On Location, UFC’s Official VIP Experience Provider. Enjoy exclusive access with an official ticket package that includes premium seating, all-inclusive hospitality, in-seat beverage service, meet-and-greets with UFC Octagon Girls and more. Visit UFCVIP.com for more information.

Muhammad (24-5 1NC, fighting out of Chicago, Ill.) returns to action looking to build momentum for another shot at UFC gold. A well-rounded competitor, Muhammad rose through the welterweight ranks with wins over Sean Brady and Gilbert Burns before defeating then-champion Leon Edwards. He now looks to take out Bonfim in dominant fashion.

Surging Bonfim (19-1, fighting out of Brasilia, Brazil) aims to deliver another impressive UFC main event showing. A signee from season six of Dana White’s Contender Series, he holds recent wins over Randy Brown, Stephen Thompson and Khaos Williams. Bonfim now intends to break into the Top 5 by defeating the former champion.  

Perennial contender Allen (26-7, fighting out of Milwaukee, Wisc.) steps back into the Octagon chasing another highlight finish. Currently tied for third-most submissions in UFC middleweight history with six, Allen has shown off his skills in performances over Paul Craig, Bruno Silva and Andre Muniz. He now has his sights set on adding Shahbazyan to his resume and turning his attention towards the top of the division.  

Shahbazyan (16-5, fighting out of Las Vegas, Nev.) seeks to extend his current three-fight win streak and secure the biggest win of his career. A high-paced finisher, he has ended 13 of his 16 wins by knockout including those over Andre Muniz, Dylan Budka and AJ Dobson. Shahbazyan now looks to make it four wins in a row with a statement performance.

Additional bouts include:

• An intriguing bantamweight bout pits Bryce Mitchell (18-4, fighting out of Searcy, Ark.) against Victor Henry (25-7 1NC, fighting out of Southgate, Calif.)
• No. 15 ranked UFC lightweight contender Fares Ziam (18-4, fighting out of Lyon, France) battles Tom Nolan (10-1, fighting out of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia) in a high-stakes contest
• Undefeated light heavyweight prospect Iwo Baraniewski (8-0, fighting out of Warsaw, Poland) looks for another highlight-reel finish as he faces Billy Elekana (10-2, fighting out of Las Vegas, Nev.)
• Flyweight standout Imanol Rodriguez (7-0, fighting out of Ensenada, Baja California, Mexico) makes his second Octagon appearance of 2026 when he squares off with veteran Matt Schnell (17-10 1NC, fighting out of Shreveport, Lou.)
• Marcus McGhee(10-2, fighting out of Phoenix, Ariz.) faces Jakub Wiklacz (18-3-2, fighting out of Poznan, Poland) in a bantamweight contest
• An exciting flyweight bout sees No. 15 ranked contender Bruno Silva (15-8-2 1NC, fighting out of Sao Paulo, Brazil) defend his spot in the rankings against Edgar Chairez (13-6 1NC, fighting out of Mexicali, Baja California, Mexico)
• Always-entertaining Jordan Leavitt (13-3, fighting out of Las Vegas, Nev.) meets Joanderson Brito (18-5-1, fighting out of Sao Paulo, Brazil) in a can’t-miss featherweight tilt
• Ketlen Souza (16-6, fighting out of Manaus, Brazil) and Ariane Carnelossi (15-4, fighting out of Sao Paulo, Brazil) compete at strawweight
• A women’s bantamweight bout features Priscila Cachoeira (13-8, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) and Chelsea Chandler (6-4, fighting out of Stockton, Calif.)
• Dana White’s Contender Series signee Jeisla Chaves (6-0, fighting out of Bahia, Brazil) makes her UFC debut against Yuneisy Duben (6-1 1NC, fighting out of Provincia de Lima, Peru) at flyweight

For the latest information on bout announcements and additional information for this event, please visit www.ufc.com. All bouts are subject to change. Please click?here?to apply for the event.

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Main Card

Chris Camozzi, 205lbs. vs. Esteban Rodriguez, 204.6lbs.

BKFC Interim Cruiserweight Title

Ramiro Figueroa, 154.8 vs. Elvin Brito, 155

Jose Copeland, 265 vs. Corey Willis, 254.8

Josh Fremd, 204.4 vs. Jared Torgenson, 211.4

Andrew Yates, 164.4 vs. Rodney Hinton, 165

Deron Winn, 201.6 vs. Erick Lozano, 205.6

Octavin Turner, 124.8 vs. Joby Steffensmeier, 124.8

Prelims

Angelo Trujillo, 121.2 vs. Anthony Yost, 126.2

Matthew Maestra, 154.8 vs. Ruben Arroyo, 153.6

Venue

National Western Center

Denver, CO

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Los Angeles, California, USA – Thursday 16th April 2026 – BKB Bare Knuckle Boxing, the world’s leading and fastest-growing professional bare knuckle organization, today announced the signing of two elite boxing prospects: Fernando Vargas Jr. (17-1, 15 KOs) and Amado Vargas (13-0, 6 KOs). The brothers, both in their physical prime, are making the highly anticipated jump from gloved boxing to bare knuckle competition under a multi-fight agreement.

Mike Vazquez, Founder of BKB Bare Knuckle, said: “The growth of BKB over the past twelve months has been immense. We’ve signed some of the greatest legends in combat sports. Now, we’re seeing undefeated prospects with world title potential in gloved boxing transition to bare knuckle in their prime – and we’re only going to see more of this. I can’t wait to see the Vargas brothers in the trigon.”

David Tetreault, CEO of BKB Bare Knuckle, said: “Signing both Fernando Jr. and Amado is a major addition to our roster. These are two athletes in their physical prime, hungry for success – and they see BKB as the perfect opportunity to achieve this. BKB is going mainstream and the Vargas brothers will play a huge part in driving us there.”

Carrying the championship lineage of their father, two-time light middleweight world champion Fernando Vargas, the brothers bring proven elite-level talent and a burning hunger for success to bare knuckle boxing. Fernando Jr. has overcome significant personal setbacks to compile a professional record featuring 15 knockouts in 17 wins, including an 11-fight knockout streak early in his career. Amado, an aggressive pressure fighter, has steadily risen through tougher competition with multiple early finishes. Together with their younger brother Emiliano, they represent the powerful Vargas Dynasty and have the potential to become the poster boys for bare knuckle boxing for many years to come.

These groundbreaking signings underscore the surging momentum of BKB, which continues to draw decorated gloved boxers to their high-stakes, action-packed events. The promotion has recently welcomed stars like Olympic gold medalist and former multi-weight world champion Yuriorkis Gamboa, and former world champions Lee Selby and Victor Ortiz to the bare knuckle ranks, with all of their debuts to be announced in the coming weeks. Trailblazer Paulie Malignaggi challenges reigning champion Rolando Dy for the BKB Welterweight World Title on May 16th in Manchester after a highly successful debut.

Fernando Vargas Jr., nicknamed “El Feroz” after his father, is a ferocious finisher with legitimate world-title pedigree in his blood. The 29-year-old super welterweight turned pro at age 24 after overcoming major personal setbacks, including time in jail where he trained by using his prison She;mattress as a heavy bag. He responded with an explosive start, winning his first 11 professional fights by knockout and boasting an 88% finishing rate. His only defeat came in a competitive decision against rising star Callum Walsh on the stacked Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford pay-per-view card in September 2025. A dedicated, straight-edge athlete, Vargas Jr. has rebuilt his career with discipline and hunger, proving he belongs among the sport’s elite.

Amado Vargas, the 25-year-old middle brother, is an aggressive pressure fighter renowned for his relentless pace, sharp combinations, and punishing body attacks. With a strong amateur background that included a No. 5 national ranking in the 114-pound class with Team USA, Amado turned professional in early 2021 and has consistently stepped up in competition. He has scored early knockouts in three of his last five bouts, with standout victories over Sean Garcia (brother of WBC welterweight champion Ryan Garcia) in July 2024 and Nurideen “Deen The Great” Shabazz at Misfits Mania in December 2025. Like his brothers, Amado trains as part of the tight-knit Vargas Dynasty unit and lives a clean, disciplined lifestyle

The Vargas brothers were featured in the 2014 reality docuseries Welcome to Los Vargas, which showcased the “Dynasty” concept. They maintain a heavy social media presence and also work as actors, models, and entrepreneurs. In 2024, they served as special guests in the 92nd annual Hollywood Christmas Parade on The CW Network, benefiting Marine Toys for Tots.

Their move to BKB is driven by the promotion’s explosive growth, top-tier production, and the raw intensity of bare knuckle fighting. The brothers see BKB as the ideal stage to compete together as a unified family unit and build on their legacy in the purest form of the sport.

Fernando Vargas Jr. said: “My brothers and I are in our prime and we see BKB as the future of combat sports. I’m bringing the same ferocious finishing power that earned me the nickname ‘El Feroz’ – the kind of knockout hunger that can make me a world champion here just like my father. This is our chance to step up, fight the legends crossing over, and build our own legacy as bare knuckle icons.”

Amado Vargas said: “We’re in our prime and ready to make our mark as pioneers in bare knuckle. What I bring is nonstop pressure, sharp combinations, and body work that breaks opponents down. BKB gives us the platform to follow in our dad’s footsteps, face the big names making the jump, and become world-renowned champions together as the Vargas Dynasty.”

The Vargas brothers join an elite and rapidly growing roster of more than 200 fighters from over 30 countries, highlighting BKB’s magnetic pull for boxing’s next-generation talents seeking the ultimate test in the most primal combat sport. More major announcements are coming as BKB maintains its meteoric rise.

From its origins in 2015 as BYB Extreme Fighting Series, founded by MMA pioneer Dhafir “Dada 5000” Harris and Mike Vazquez, BKB has transformed bare knuckle boxing into a regulated, globally broadcast powerhouse through strategic acquisitions, including the original UK-based BKB in 2024 and Bad To The Bone in 2025, and a fighter-first philosophy that emphasizes athlete welfare and opportunity. Landmark broadcast partnerships with talkSPORT (UK and Ireland), VICE (US and Canada), and Telemundo (Spanish-language in the US) have delivered live events to millions worldwide.

Details on the Vargas brothers’ debut fights and upcoming events will be announced soon. Fans can visit www.bkbbareknuckle.com and follow @bkbbareknuckle for the latest news and information.

Hollywood, FL (April 15, 2026) Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC), The World’s Fastest Growing Combat Sports Promotion, celebrates their 8th Year Promotional Anniversary, returning to Hard Rock Live – Hollywood, FL for their 15th can’t miss venue event on Thursday, June 4.

Bare Knuckle Fight Night Hollywood is headlined by a sensational, welterweight clash between Former BKFC Welterweight World Champion, Julian ‘Let Me Bang’ Lane, (9-9), of Mansfield, OH and undefeated, fast-rising, all-action attraction Bryce ‘Baby Yaga’ Henry, (6-0, 6 KOs), of Broward County, FL.

Ticket information for BKFC Fight Night Hollywood can be found at BKFC.com. Hard Rock Live – Hollywood, FL is located in the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, 1 Seminole Way, Hollywood, FL 33314. The event will also be broadcast internationally as part of the BKFC+ Subscription for $7.99 per month on the BKFC App – The Best Value in Combat Sports.

“We’re thrilled to return to our second home, Hard Rock Live for our 15th event,” said David Feldman, Founder and President of BKFC. “We’ve had an incredible eight years promoting the baddest men and women in the world and the fans in South Florida have been incredibly supportive since day one. We expect to continue our sell-out streak at this premiere sports and entertainment venue.”

“Julian Lane has been with us since the beginning and is a true BKFC fighting legend however Bryce Henry has been on an unprecedented winning streak, all by knockout. Both guys want a shot at the world title and this is a true BKFC crossroads battle. The former champ versus the fast-rising star – expect fireworks from the opening bell.”

Longtime fan favorite and #1 Ranked Julian Lane returns to the ring following a hotly contested world title clash with Dustin Pague on January 17, 2026 at the Mohegan Sun Arena. Prior to the ‘Fight of the Year’ candidate against Pague, Lane was on a remarkable five-fight winning streak, running through a gauntlet of Gorjan Slaveski, Cameron VanCamp, Mexican Boxing Legend Alfredo Angulo, Evgeny Kurdanov and Murat Kazgan.

Lane also battled arch-rival Mike Perry at KnuckleMania II, fighting in one of the very best bare-knuckle fights over the last decade.

Fighting in huge BKFC events across the country, the 25-year-old Bryce Henry has continued to impress in every fight defeating Roderick Stewart, Derrick Findley, Robbie Peralta, Tom Shoaff, Brandon Shavers and Billy Wagner with all of his wins coming by show-stopping knockout.

Henry is also 7-1 as a professional boxer.

Additional fights on the action-packed card will be announced shortly.

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Las Vegas – UFC® announced today it will return to Philadelphia, PA on Saturday, August 15 for UFC® 330 at Xfinity Mobile Arena. UFC President and CEO Dana White and Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro joined Pat McAfee, a native of Pennsylvania, on his show to make the announcement. The soon-to-be-announced fight card will be exclusively available on Paramount+ in the U.S. and Latin America. Ticket information for UFC® 330 will be announced in the coming weeks.

For the first time in fifteen years, UFC® returns to Xfinity Mobile Arena with a championship bout. The organization last brought a numbered card to the venue on August 6, 2011, when UFC® 133, at the then named Wells Fargo Center, was headlined by Rashad Evans and Tito Ortiz. The city last hosted a UFC Fight Night event on March 30, 2019, where Justin Gaethje knocked out Edson Barboza for Fight of the Night honors.

UFC® 330 adds to the list of major events that the state of Pennsylvania will host this year, which includes the NFL Draft in Pittsburgh, the PGA Championship in Newtown Square and FIFA World Cup in Philadelphia.

“Philadelphia is hosting some of the biggest sporting events this year as part of the celebration of America’s 250th anniversary,” said UFC President and CEO Dana White. “It’s been fifteen years since the UFC brought a numbered event to the city, so now is the perfect time to go back. Philadelphia has always been a great fight town, and I can’t wait to return.”

“Pennsylvania is thrilled to host UFC 330 in Philadelphia, the first time a championship bout is coming back to the Commonwealth in fifteen years,” said Governor Josh Shapiro. “This is a huge year for Pennsylvania – all eyes are on the Commonwealth as we celebrate America 250 and host some of the biggest sporting events in the world in the place where it all started. From UFC and March Madness to the FIFA World Cup and the NFL Draft, we’re excited to host world class sporting events that will bring with them incredible opportunities for our businesses, our communities, and our fans. The Commonwealth is all in and we look forward to welcoming UFC back to Pennsylvania.”

“In a year when the eyes of the world will be on Philadelphia, we are proud to welcome the UFC back to Xfinity Mobile Arena,” said Daniel J. Hilferty, Chairman and CEO of Comcast Spectacor, “This is a city defined by its underdog mentality, its fighting spirit, and its championship pedigree. There is perhaps no more fitting stage for UFC 330 in 2026, and we are honored to be part of bringing this historic event to Philadelphia.”

UFC’s return to Philadelphia is part of a growing number of partnerships between TKO and government and private partners in communities around the world that are eager to host UFC’s marquee live events. Through these partnerships, UFC is reaching more fans in more markets, delivering memorable experiences while generating meaningful economic and cultural impact for host communities. Today’s announcement is one of a number of these partnerships expected in 2026.

Fans looking to be the first to know how to secure tickets can register now at UFC.com/Philly.

For the latest information on bout announcements and additional information for this event, please visit www.ufc.com. All bouts are subject to change. Please click?here?to apply for the event as a media member.

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UFC® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and approximately 353  million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while distributing programming to more than 950 million broadcast and digital households across more than 210 countries and territories. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 75 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC. 

About Xfinity Mobile Arena

Xfinity Mobile Arena, owned and operated by Comcast Spectacor, is Philadelphia’s home for sports and entertainment. In addition to hosting the top touring musical acts, family shows and other entertainment, the arena’s main tenants include the NHL’s Philadelphia Flyers, NBA’s Philadelphia 76ers, and Villanova Men’s Basketball. After the completion of its multi-year $400 million+ transformation, every inch of the venue has been completely reimagined. The project produced full upgrades and overhauls to the fan experience, technology, food and beverage, seating options, sightlines, performer amenities and sustainability.  

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Honolulu, HI (April 11, 2026) Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC), The World’s Fastest Growing Combat Sports Promotion, made a smashing first impression in its highly anticipated Hawaiian state debut on Saturday night with BKFC Fight Night Honolulu at the sold-out Neal S. Blaisdell Arena in Honolulu, HI.

Former BKFC Middleweight World Title challenger Doug “ColdRed’ Coltrane smashed his way back into the win column at the expense of Honolulu’s Maki “Coconut Bombz” Pitolo in Pitolo’s hotly anticipated BKFC premiere in Saturday’s Main Event. The bout was stopped with just one second left in the opening round, with Coltrane winning by knockout over the UFC vet. Coltrane improved to 4-2 with the victory.

The Smithfield, NC product Coltrane called out Marcus “Bad Intentions” Edwards in his post-fight interview: “I said yes to a Top 5 guy but he didn’t show up. Talking all that trash on the internet. Marcus Edwards, where you at, baby?!”

BKFC Fight Night Honolulu aired LIVE worldwide on The BKFC App.

Columbus, GA’s Joseph “The Dark Knight” Creer earned his third straight stoppage victory in Saturday’s Co-Main Event, defeating Keali’i “The Saint” Kanekoa in their light-heavyweight matchup. The ringside doctor called a stop to the fight at the conclusion of the third round. Creer is now 6-3 under the BKFC banner; the Pahoa, HI product Kanekoa was stepping into the Squared Circle for the first time.

In Saturday’s Featured Fight, Hilo, HI’s Toby “2 Quick” Misech overcame a pair of first-round knockdowns to beat “Felony” Charles Bennett via decision in featherweight action. Making his BKFC debut, Misech answered Bennett’s two knockdowns with two knockdowns of his own, paving the way for all three judges to score the fight 47-44. Bennett, who represents Las Vegas, is now 1-4.

Jackson, CA’s Justin Cornell won big in his BKFC debut as he stopped Zach Zane in the second round of their welterweight bout. The stoppage came at 1:01 in the second frame. Zane, a product of Maui, HI, is now 0-2.

Philippines-born San Andreas, CA product Chris Inocencio needed only 75 seconds to reign supreme in his BKFC debut over Jovan Alayon in their lightweight bout. Alayon, who represents Aiea, HI, was also making his BKFC debut.

Molokai, HI’s Namakana Pakala edged out Chris Cisneros for the razor-close victory in the light-heavyweight division. All three judges scored the fight 45-44 for Pakala. Six knockdowns took place in this fight (four for Pakala, two for Cisneros). Both fighters were stepping were fighting for the first time under the BKFC banner.

Kailua, HI’s Randy Kamaiopili Jr. was dominant in his BKFC premiere, dropping Shiro Hitto six times en route to the second-round stoppage in middleweight action. The stoppage came 27 seconds into the second stanza. Hitto, who hails from Palolo, HI, was also making his BKFC debut.

Hazel Naheinaena defeated Kat Rabellizsa in their battle of Waianae, HI fighters. Two judges scored the fight 29-28 and one had it 30-27, all in favor of the winner Naheinaena.

Maika Samson of Kapolei, HI stopped Nalu Cenal in the second round of their matchup of bantamweight fighters. Samson logged a pair of knockdowns to the knockout finish 32 seconds into the second round. Cenal represents Hilo, HI.

Kaneohe, HI lightweight Nick Saragosa picked himself up off the canvas and rallied for the second-round knockout at the expense of Kaylan Gorospe. The stoppage came at 1:30 of the second stanza. Gorospe represents Wailu, HI.

Waiahae, HI’s Joseph Calarruda was victorious, dropping Fatu Tuitasi twice en route to the unanimous decision victory in their welterweight matchup. All three judges agreed on the 30-25 verdict, all in favor of Calarruda. The Kapaa, HI product Tuitasi was stepping into the Squared Circle for the first time.

Ewa Beach, HI’s Jerome Macalino picked himself up off the canvas and rallied for a stunning first-round knockout over Pono Enos in welterweight action. Time of the stoppage was 1:54. Macalino and Enos, who hails from Puna, HI, were both making their BKFC debut.

In the first ever BKFC fight in Hawaii, Ewa Beach, HI cruiserweight Vince Aragona made a smashing first impression, needing just 36 seconds to steamroll Simeon Crawford. Aragona, an active member of the United States Armed Forces, sent Crawford to the canvas twice. Crawford, who represents Lakeside, HI, was also making his BKFC debut.

BKFC Fight Night Honolulu Results

Doug Coltrane def. Maki Pitolo via KO in Round 1 (1:59)

Joseph Creer def. Keali’i Kanekoa via TKO in Round 3 (2:00)

Toby Misech def. Felony Charles Bennett via Unanimous Decision (47-44×3)

Justin Cornell def. Zach Zane via TKO in Round 2 (1:01)

Chris Inocencio def. Jovan Alayon via TKO in Round 1 (1:15)

Namakana Pakala def. Chris Cisneros via Unanimous Decision (45-44×3)

Randy Kamaiopili Jr. def. Shiro Hitto via TKO in Round 2 (0:27)

Hazel Naheinaena def. Kat Rabellizsa via Unanimous Decision (29-28×2, 30-27)

Maika Samson def. Nalu Cenal via KO in Round 2 (0:32)

Nick Saragosa def. Kaylan Gorospe via KO in Round 2 (1:30)

Joseph Calarruda def. Fatu Tuitasi via Unanimous Decision (30-25×3)

Jerome Macalino def. Pono Enos via KO in Round 1 (1:54)

Vince Aragona def. Simeon Crawford via KO in Round 1 (0:36)

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LAS VEGAS (April 9, 2026) – The Ultimate Fighter^®returns with a thrilling new season featuring a pair of UFC Hall of Famers competing head-to-head as coaches, when former UFC heavyweight and light heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier goes up against former UFC middleweight champion Michael Bisping. The series will premiere exclusively on Paramount+ in the U.S., Latin America and Australia on Sunday, June 14, the same day as UFC Freedom 250, with new episodes premiering every Tuesday for the remainder of the 12-episode season.

The Ultimate Fighter®: Team Cormier vs. Team Bispingwill feature 16 men’s bantamweight (135 lbs.) and women’s strawweight (115 lbs.) prospects competing to pursue their UFC dreams.

Produced by Lionsgate Alternative Television, the iconic reality series has introduced a wide array of fans to UFC and served as a springboard for the career of numerous fighters who went on to be UFC champions and stars, including: Kamaru Usman, Tony Ferguson, T.J. Dillashaw, Rose Namajunas, Nate Diaz, Michael Chiesa, Kelvin Gastelum, Forrest Griffin, Rashad Evans, Uriah Hall and Conor McGregor, who was a coach in TUF 22 and TUF 31.

One of four athletes to ever hold two UFC titles simultaneously, Cormier intends to make a statement in his third time coaching on The Ultimate Fighter following his debut on Season 27. He will look to impart the skills and experience that earned him notable victories over Stipe Miocic, Anderson Silva and Alexander Gustaffson. Cormier now has his sights set on shutting out Bisping as a coach in dominant fashion.

The Ultimate Fighter season 3 winner, Bisping returns for a third time to coach on the show that helped forge him into a UFC champion and Hall of Famer. Making his coaching debut on Season 14, Bisping now looks to once again impart the trademark grit and high fight IQ that earned him memorable victories over Anderson Silva, Luke Rockhold, and Dan Henderson. He now aims to out coach Cormier and lead his team to victory.

Past seasons of The Ultimate Fighter®will be available on Paramount+ beginning in late May. 

Watch UFC on Paramount+.  For more information, including how to watch, visit Sneak Peak on Paramountplus.com.

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UFC® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and approximately 266 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while broadcasting to over 900 million households across more than 170 countries. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 80 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC.

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Birmingham, UK (April 8, 2026) Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC), The World’s Fastest Growing Combat Sports Promotion, has signed Combat Sports Superstar Darren Till to a multi-fight promotional contract with his debut set for Saturday, May 30 at BKFC-90 in Birmingham, UK at the Utilita Arena.

“Darren and I have been talking and the timing is perfect for him to make his BKFC debut,” said David Feldman, Founder and President of BKFC. “I’ve watched Darren compete for the last few years and he’s a tremendous and exciting addition to our team.”

“We’re expanding rapidly in the United Kingdom; BKFC-90 is a huge event and the perfect place for Darren to make his BKFC debut.”

Said an elated Darren Till, “I am very pleased to be signing with the BKFC. It’s an amazing promotion! F*** everyone on this roster, I’m coming to be the face of violence. No one can beat me.”

The middleweight fight on May 30th will be against an opponent to be announced.

A native of Liverpool, UK, the 33-year-old Till has compiled a professional MMA record of 18-5 with 10 knockouts in addition to three ‘Fight of the Night’ performances in the UFC. On August 30, 2025, Till knocked out former BKFC fighter Luke Rockhold in a professional boxing match. He also holds boxing victories over Darren Stewart and Anthony Taylor.

BKFC-90 is headlined by a previously announced, highly anticipated clash for the BKFC Interim Welterweight World Title between cross-country rivals, popular Connor ‘Brum Town Bomber’ Tierney, (9-2), and Rico ‘Bon Bon’ Franco, (10-3).

Ticket information for BKFC-90 is available at BKFC.com. The Utilita Arena is located at King Edwards Rd., Birmingham, B1 2AA United Kingdom. The action-packed event will be broadcast internationally as part of the BKFC+ Subscription for $7.99 per month on the BKFC App – The Best Value in Combat Sports.

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MIAMI, FL – BKB Bare Knuckle Boxing is proud to announce the signing of former world champion and fan-favorite warrior Alfredo “El Perro” Angulo (26-8, 21 KOs) to a multi-fight deal, adding another proven elite striker to its rapidly growing roster.

A relentless pressure fighter known for his toughness and all-action style, Angulo brings decades of high-level experience to BKB. The Mexicali, Baja California native built a decorated professional boxing career that included capturing the WBO Interim Light Middleweight Championship (2009–2010), along with regional titles such as the WBC Continental Americas Super Welterweight and WBO Inter-Continental Super Welterweight belts.

Before turning professional in 2005, Angulo compiled nearly 100 amateur bouts, highlighted by a victory over future world champion Timothy Bradley. He also represented Mexico on the international stage, earning medals at the 2002 Central American and Caribbean Games and the 2003 Pan American

Games, before competing in the 2004 Olympic Games.

Throughout his career, Angulo faced a who’s-who of elite competition, including Canelo Alvarez, Erislandy Lara, Kermit Cintrón, Sergio Mora, and others, earning a reputation as one of boxing’s most fearless and entertaining fighters. His aggressive style and durability have already proven to be a natural fit for bare knuckle.

“This is a huge signing for BKB,” said BKB CEO David Tetreault. “Alfredo Angulo is the definition of a warrior. Fans know exactly what they’re going to get every time he steps into the ring – heart, pressure, and nonstop action. He’s built for bare knuckle, and we’re excited to showcase him on the BKB stage.”

Angulo’s journey has been marked by resilience as much as success. A highly publicized visa dispute in 2012 saw him detained for eight months, a challenge he overcame with perspective and gratitude—famously donating his hair to Locks of Love during that time to support children battling cancer. 

“I’ve fought the best in the world, and I’m still hungry,” said Angulo. “Bare knuckle brings out a different kind of fighter, and that’s who I am. I’m ready to give the fans exciting fights and show them that ‘El Perro’ still has a lot left.”

Widely regarded as one of the most exciting Mexican fighters of his era, Angulo now looks to carve out a new legacy in bare knuckle boxing under the BKB banner. Angulo is expected to make his BKB debut July 18 at BKB 56 in Los Angeles.

From its origins in 2015 as BYB Extreme Fighting Series, founded by MMA pioneer Dhafir “Dada 5000” Harris and Mike Vazquez, BKB has transformed bare knuckle boxing into a regulated, globally broadcast powerhouse through strategic acquisitions – including the original UK-based BKB in 2024 and Bad To The Bone in 2025 – and a fighter-first philosophy that emphasizes athlete welfare and opportunity. Landmark

broadcast partnerships with talkSPORT (UK and Ireland), VICE (US and Canada), and Telemundo (Spanish-language in the US) have delivered live events to millions worldwide.

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Las Vegas – UFC^® today announced that the 14^th Annual UFC International Fight Week^™ will take place in Las Vegas from Thursday, July 9, through Sunday, July 12, headlined by UFC^® 329 with events taking place throughout the city at venues including Resorts World Las Vegas, T-Mobile Arena, and select MGM Resorts International properties.

UFC International Fight Week, the organization’s week-long celebration of combat sports, will be highlighted by the 2026 UFC Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and anchored by UFC^® 329, which takes place on Saturday, July 11, at T-Mobile Arena.

The prestigious 2026 UFC Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, held annually as part of International Fight Week, honors the contributors and athletes who helped shape UFC while leaving an indelible mark on the sport of mixed martial arts. The UFC Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will take place on Thursday, July 9, at T-Mobile Arena. 

Fans from around the world who attend International Fight Week will also be able to enjoy the activities of a traditional Fight Week, including ceremonial weigh-ins and press conferences, leading to the schedule’s culminating event, UFC^® 329, on Saturday, July 11, at T-Mobile Arena.

Rounding out the action?packed weekend are two incredible event nights, beginning with Power Slap —the world’s leading slap fighting promotion — on Friday, July 10, followed by the newly-launched Zuffa Boxing on Sunday, July 12, delivering non-stop must-see events for three consecutive nights. 

UFC fans can also enter for their chance to win an unforgettable UFC Dream Week travel package for International Fight Week. One lucky winner and a guest will win a one-of-a-kind VIP experience that includes premium tickets to UFC^® 329, the UFC Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, Power Slap, and Zuffa Boxing, as well as airfare and hotel accommodations. To learn more and enter, please visit www.ufc.com/dreamweek.  

Details regarding the fight card for UFC^® 329, as well as event locations and additional activities for UFC International Fight Week will be announced at a later date. For more information, please visit www.ufc.com/ifw. 

Daytona Beach, FL (April 2, 2026) Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship, The World’s Fastest Growing Combat Sports Promotion and Danny Wimmer Presents, The Largest Independent Producer of Destination Music Festivals in America, have announced exciting final fight card details for the inaugural Blood4Blood, set for Wednesday, May 6 at the Ocean Center in Daytona Beach, FL. 

Blood4Blood at Ocean Center kicks off the festivities for the highly anticipated Welcome To Rockville – Florida’s Largest Rock, Metal and Punk Festival, which celebratesits 15th Anniversary May 7-10 at the World Famous Daytona International Speedway. Tickets for the premiere Blood4Blood event can be purchased at Blood4Blood.com and BKFC.com.

Two-Time BKFC Women’s World Title Challenger Taylor ‘Killa Bee’ Starling, (5-4) of Rock Hill, SC makes her highly anticipated return in the Squared Circle against Popular Bare-Knuckle Warrior Marisol Ruelas, of Woodridge, IL.

Among the most popular fighters on the BKFC roster, the strikingly attractive Starling returns to action following a dominant victory over Shelby Cannon on August 2, 2025 at the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. The beautiful and bad-ass Ruelas challenges Starling following a heated clash and hotly contested split-decision against Brooke Evans at BKFC Fight Night Hammond on October 18, 2025.

Previously announced and headlining Blood4Blood, Slaughter to Prevail frontman Alex Terrible, 1-1 in bare knuckle fighting, will fight in the main event against middleweight and PBR star, Cameron ‘The Bull’ Delano, (1-0) on May 6. Alex Terrible will also perform with his internationally acclaimed heavy metal band at Blood4Blood.

Also fighting at Blood4Blood, ‘Brutal’ Jake Bostwick, (4-2-1), of Coconut Creek, FL battles arch-rival Roderick ‘Ice Water’ Stewart, (2-3), of Abilene, TX and MMA Standout Sergey ‘Kratos’ Kalinin, (1-0), of Ekaterinburg, Russia makes his BKFC debut against Brock ‘Alpha Dawg’ Walker, (2-2), of Big Stone, Virginia in the heavyweight division.

Blood4Blood will also host sets from heavy music icons Black Label Society, Crowbar and Malevolence throughout this one of a kind event, merging the intensity of combat sports and hard rock into one immersive experience.

The Ocean Center is located at 101 N. Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach, FL 32118. Doors will open at 6:00 p.m. with the event starting at 7:00 p.m. local time. The action-packed event will be broadcast internationally as part of the BKFC+ Subscription for $7.99 per month on the BKFC App – The Best Value in Combat Sports.

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Honolulu, Hawaii (April 1, 2026) – Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC), The World’s Fastest Growing Combat Sports Promotion debuts in Hawaii on Saturday, April 11 at the iconic Blaisdell Arena in Honolulu.

BKFC Fight Night Honolulu is headlined by a middleweight clash between MMA Star Maki ‘Coconut Bombz’ Pitolo of Nanakuli, Hawaii and BKFC World Title Challenger Doug ‘Coldred’ Coltrane, (3-2), of North Carolina.  

“BKFC is thrilled to debut in the beautiful state of Hawaii, home to a wealth of bare-knuckle fighters and fans,” said David Feldman, Founder and President of BKFC. “We’re putting together a fantastic evening of action-packed fights featuring many of the toughest and most talented fighters in Hawaii.”

Tickets for BKFC Fight Night Honolulu can be purchased online at BKFC.com. The Blaisdell Arena is located at 777 Ward Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96814. Doors will open on the night of the event at 5:00 p.m. local time. The action-packed event will be broadcast internationally as part of the BKFC+ Subscription for $7.99 per month on the BKFC App – The Best Value in Combat Sports with the first bell at 11:00 p.m. EST / 8:00 p.m. PST.

Co-featured at BKFC Fight Night Honolulu in the light heavyweight division, slap fighting conqueror Kealii ‘The Saint’ Kanekoa of Pahoa, Hawaii faces BKFC contender Joseph ‘The Dark Knight’ Creer, (5-3), of Columbus, GA.

Fighting in the feature bout at BKFC Fight Night Honolulu, Hilo, HI native Toby ‘2 Quick’ Misech makes his BKFC debut against bare-knuckle fan favorite ‘Felony’ Charles Bennett, (1-3) of Ocala, FL.

Maki Pitolo compiled a professional MMA record of 16-12 with eight knockouts and four submissions competing in the UFC, Bellator and Victory FC. Doug Coltrane looks to regain another world title opportunity after losing a hard-fought clash with BKFC Middleweight World Champion David Mundell at BKFC-53. He holds exciting victories over Blake LaCaze (KO-2 at BKFC-43), Brian Johnson (KO-2 at BKFC-35) and Eduardo Concepcion (UD at BKFC Fight Night Fort Lauderdale).

Kealil Kanekoa brings a slap fighting record of 3-3 into his BKFC debut and holds a 1-0 record in bare-knuckle fighting. Joseph Creer enters the squared circle in Hawaii with stoppage victories in his last two fights; Taylor Bull (KO-2 at BKFC Fight Night Michigan) and Kayden Giroux (KO-4 at BKFC Fight Night Edmonton).

Toby Misech sports a professional MMA record of 14-13 heading into his bare-knuckle debut. Charles Bennett stopped hometown favorite Pat Sullivan in the second round on February 7, 2026 at KnuckleMania VI.

Welterweights will see action with Zach ‘Dub Z’ Zane, (0-1), of Wailuku, Hawaii facing BKFC debuting Justin Cornell of Jackson, CA. Fighting in the light heavyweight division, Hilo, HI native Chris ‘The Maverick’ Cisneros, (1-0), faces an opponent to be announced. BKFC lightweight newcomers clash with Jovan Alayon of Alea, HI squaring off with Christopher Inocencio of Toyanza, CA.

Debuting in the light heavyweight division, Namakana ‘Nama’ Pakala of Hawaii facesan opponent to be announced. Middleweight newcomers will square off with Randy Kamaiopili Jr. battling Shiro Hitto of Hawaii. Welterweight Fatu Tuitasi of Hawaii makes his BKFC debut against an opponent to be determined.

Bantamweight newcomers square off with Hawaii’s Maika Samson clashing with Nalu Cenal also of Hawaii. Women will face off in the lightweight division with Hazel Nahienaena facing Kat Rabellizsa in their BKFC debuts. Lightweight newcomer Nicholas ‘One Shot’ Saragosa of Kaneohe, HI battles an opponent to be determined.

Lightweights face-off in their debut with Jerome ‘The Phenom’ Macalino of Ewa Beach, HI battling Pono Enos also of Hawaii. Hawaiian cruiserweight newcomers will clash with Vincent Aragona squaring off against Simeon Crawford.

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Uncasville, CT (March 28, 2026) In one of the most memorable heavyweight clashes in Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC) history, the surging Parker Porter smashed his way to 4-0 with a fourth straight stoppage against Haze “The Hooligan” Wilson in the Main Event of BKFC Fight Night Mohegan Sun 3 on Saturday night in front of a sold-out Mohegan Sun Arena filled with New England combat sports fans.

The New Britain, CT product Porter picked himself up off the canvas before the ringside doctor called a stop to the fight at the conclusion of the third round. 

Porter entered Saturday’s action as the #4 ranked contender in the stacked BKFC heavyweight division.

“I want that belt,” Porter told the jam-packed Mohegan Sun Arena in his post-fight interview. “I didn’t come here to (expletive) play around. I’m here to get that strap and bring it home to all these great people that have supported me since Day 1. I’m going to put on for my city, put on for my state, and put on for the whole region of New England.”

Wilson, who represents Tulsa, OK, is now 4-2 in his bare-knuckle fighting career.

The BKFC main event headlined one of the most exciting cards in the promotion’s seven-year history. BKFC Fight Night Mohegan Sun 3 aired LIVE worldwide on The BKFC App and is available to watch via replay. BKFC Fight Night Mohegan Sun 3 marked the organization’s sixth event at the legendary venue since premiering at Mohegan Sun Arena in 2024.

In Saturday’s Co-Main Event, Springfield, MA’s Pat “The Gorilla Ninja” Casey defeated Zeb “CWB” Vincent via unanimous decision in their thrilling middleweight matchup. Casey logged four knockdowns in the fight, paving the way to all three judges scoring him the winner (50-41×2, 49-42). Casey is now 4-2 on the strength of three straight victories.

“I believe I belong in the Top 5, and I want to fight somebody that will let me prove that,” Casey said in his post-fight interview. “I’m ready to fight the best guys in the world.”

Vincent, who hails from Kansas City, KS, is now 3-4 under the BKFC banner.

BKFC Founder and President David Feldman announced before the Co-Main Event started that all 22 fighters competing at Saturday’s event will receive a Performance Bonus.

“I talked to the fighters before this event, and I said that you can be taught to fight, but you can’t be taught heart and you can’t be taught balls. These guys have the biggest balls in the world, so I’m bonusing every fighter on the card tonight. Every fighter on the card tonight is getting a bonus!”

Undefeated Peabody, MA product Rico DiSciullo sent Elijah “The Buffalo Soldier” Harris to the canvas seven times en route to the fifth-round finish in their lightweight matchup in Saturday’s Feature Fight. DiSciullo, in a star-making performance, is now 4-0 with four stoppage victories. The time of the stoppage was 1:07 in the fifth round. Harris, who hails from Greencastle, PA, is now 2-2.

DiSciullo called out undisputed BKFC Featherweight World Champion “King” Kai Stewart in his post-fight interview: “He calls himself ‘The King’ but he hasn’t finished a fight in five years. He’s the ‘King of Cringe,’ if anything. Nobody finishes fights like me, and I’m coming for that belt!”

Unbeaten Lawrence, MA featherweight Harry “The Hitman” Gigliotti upped his overall bare-knuckle fighting record to 6-0 with a devastating second-round stoppage in his highly anticipated BKFC premiere against Timmy Mason. Gigliotti rallied after being dropped in the opening round for a pair of knockdowns to the finish. The stoppage came at the 47-second mark in the second frame. Mason, who represents Helena, MA, is now 2-4.

Undefeated Cranston, RI middleweight Gary “Batman” Balletto Jr., picked himself up the canvas and rallied for the second-round stoppage over Adam “Castle” De Freitas. The fight was stopped with 14 seconds left in the second stanza. The popular Balletto Jr., is now 3-0, with all of his wins coming by stoppage. De Freitas, who hails from Mississauga, ON, Canada, moves to 1-3.

Milford, CT’s Alexandra “The Great” Ballou and “Ruthless” Taylor Dagner of Senatobia, MS fought to a unanimous draw in their bloody, high octane women’s flyweight matchup. All three judges agreed on the 28-28 verdict. Ballou registered the sole knockdown of the fight. 

Broward County, FL heavyweight Joe “The Punisher” White smashed his way to 3-2 in the Squared Circle with a 34-second stoppage at the expense of the previously unbeaten Guilherme Viana. All of White’s wins have come by stoppage. The Brazilian-born Waterbury, CT product Viana is now 2-1.

Tewksbury, MA’s Joseph “Bam Bam” Peters pounded his way to 3-0 with a third-round stoppage over the game Maurice “God of War” Horne. The stoppage came with four seconds left in the third frame. All of Peters’ wins have come by stoppage. Horne, who represents Philadelphia, moves to 1-2.

Memphis, TN welterweight Josh “Jigsaw” Whiteside was the winner in his BKFC premiere. He fearlessly picked himself up off the canvas twice and rallied for the second-round knockout over Isaiah “Profound” Williams. The stoppage came at 1:11 of Round 2. Williams, a product of Lawrence, MA, was also making his BKFC debut.

Somersworth, NH light-heavyweight David Burke needed just 30 seconds to earn his first BKFC victory at the expense of David “The Sandman” Sanchez. Burke is now 1-1. The Hurricane, UT product Sanchez is now 2-2 under the BKFC banner.

Amarillo, TX’s Nadia “007” Moreno was victorious in her BKFC premiere, earning a unanimous decision victory over Sophia Hayes in exciting women’s bantamweight action. Two judges agreed on the 30-27 verdict and one had it 29-28, all in favor of Moreno. Hayes, who represents Graniteville, VT, was also making her BKFC debut.

BKFC Fight Night Mohegan Sun 3 Results

(4) Parker Porter def. Haze Wilson via TKO in Round 3 (2:00)

Pat Casey def. Zeb Vincent via Unanimous Decision (50-41×2, 49-42)

Rico DiSciullo def. Elijah Harris via TKO in Round 5 (1:07)

Harry Gigliotti def. Timmy Mason via TKO in Round 2 (0:47)

Gary Balletto Jr. def. Adam Castle De Freitas via TKO in Round 2 (1:46)

Alexandra Ballou vs. Taylor Dagner declared a Unanimous Draw (28-28×3)

Joseph White def. Guilherme Viana via TKO in Round 1 (0:34)

Joseph Peters def. Maurice Horne via TKO in Round 3 (1:56)

Joshua Whiteside def. Isaiah Williams via TKO in Round 2 (1:11)

David Burke def. David Sanchez via KO in Round 1 (0:30)

Nadia Moreno def. Sophia Hayes via Unanimous Decision (30-27×2, 29-28)

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Las Vegas – UFC^® today announced that former UFC flyweight champion Demetrious Johnson will be inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame’s Modern Wing as a member of the Class of 2026. The 2026 UFC Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will take place this summer.

“Demetrious Johnson is the greatest flyweight of all-time,” said UFC President & CEO Dana White. “Demetrious was a great champion who had one of the most incredible careers in MMA, and his streak of 11 consecutive title defenses is one of the most remarkable records we’ve ever seen in professional sports. It will be an honor to induct him into the UFC Hall of Fame this summer.”

Johnson will enter the UFC Hall of Fame as the 18^th member of the Modern Wing. The Modern Era category includes athletes who turned pro on or after November 17, 2000, when the first UFC event under the unified rules of MMA was held. Other requirements include a minimum age of 35 or those who have been retired for one year or more.
A veteran of 30 fights during his 14-year MMA career, Johnson compiled a record of 25-4,1 Draw (17-3,1 Draw – UFC / WEC), securing victories over former WEC bantamweight champion Miguel Torres, former RIZIN flyweight champion Kyoji Horiguchi, former UFC flyweight and bantamweight champion Henry Cejudo, and former Pancrase flyweight tournament winner Yuya Wakamatsu.

After winning his first nine (9) amateur MMA fights with various promotions, Johnson made his professional debut on August 15, 2009, securing his first win via submission at King of the Cage: Thunderstruck. He would then join Alaska Fighting Championship and win his next two fights before joining WEC^®. 

Johnson made his WEC debut on the prelims of WEC^® 48: ALDO vs. FABER, which took place on April 24, 2010, at ARCO Arena in Sacramento, California. He would lose his debut to Brad Pickett via decision but bounce back to win his next four fights across WEC / UFC to earn his first title shot against then-champion Dominick Cruz.

Johnson faced Cruz in the main event of UFC LIVE: CRUZ vs. JOHNSON, which took place on October 1, 2011, at Verizon Center in Washington, D.C. Cruz would retain his title by defeating Johnson via unanimous decision. 

After competing to a draw against Ian McCall in his next fight, Johnson would rebound in his rematch with McCall by defeating him via unanimous decision. With the win, Johnson advanced to face Joseph Benavidez in the UFC flyweight tournament finale at UFC 152. 

UFC^® 152: JONES vs. BELFORT took place on September 22, 2012, at Air Canada Centre in Toronto, Ontario. Johnson faced Benavidez in the co-main event, capturing the split decision victory and becoming the inaugural UFC flyweight champion.

As UFC flyweight champion, Johnson would embark on a record-breaking winning streak, securing 11 consecutive victories and title defenses over the next four years, securing his place on the list of greatest MMA athletes in history.

On August 4, 2018, Johnson would lose his first fight in five years via split decision to Henry Cejudo in the co-main event of UFC^®227: DILLASHAW vs. GARBRANDT 2.

Following his loss, he would leave UFC and sign with ONE Championship, an MMA promotion based in Singapore. He would win five of his next six fights with ONE, capturing the flyweight world grand prix title and becoming the organization’s flyweight champion with one successful defense. He retired on May 5, 2023, and vacating the title after a successful defense.  

Johnson enters the UFC Hall of Fame with an impressive resume that includes:

UFC:

• Longest title reign in UFC flyweight history – 2,142 days (Second-longest in UFC history) 
• Longest consecutive fight winning streak in UFC flyweight history – 13
• Most title fight wins in UFC flyweight history – 12 (Third-most in UFC history)
• Most top position time in UFC flyweight history – 1:05:52
• Recorded 1 of 3 performances in UFC history with 100% takedown accuracy (min. 10 attempts)
• Highest significant strike accuracy percentage in UFC flyweight history – 57.2%
• Highest significant strike defense percentage in UFC flyweight history – 68.4% 
• Tied for second-most wins in UFC flyweight history – 13 
• Tied for second-most finished in UFC flyweight history – 7
• Third-most significant strikes landed in UFC flyweight history – 1,059 

Johnson has been won with numerous awards during his career, such as Fighter of the Year in 2013 by FOX Sports and again in 2017 by ESPN and Sports Illustrated. He also captured Submission of the Year honors in 2017 from the Fighters Only World MMA Awards, ESPN, and MMA Fighting.

A native of Parkland, Washington, Johnson excelled in wrestling at Washington High School, placing second and third in the state during his junior and senior seasons. After high school, Johnson trained MMA as a hobby before competing as an amateur on the Washington regional circuit. Johnson is an avid gamer and jiu-jitsu practitioner, competing in the IBJJF Master World and Pan Championships. He currently lives in Washington, with his wife and children.

To view Johnson’s UFC FIGHT PASS collection please visit: https://ufcfightpass.com/playlist/34822

To see a complete list of UFC athletes and fights enshrined in the UFC Hall of Fame, as well as details regarding the UFC Hall of Fame format, please visit UFCHOFFAQ. For additional information, please visit UFC.com.

Parker Porter, 251lbs. vs Haze Wilson, 258.2lbs.

Pat Casey, 174.7 vs Zeb Vincent, 172.2

Rico DiSciullo, 151 vs Elijah Harris, 150.7

Harry Gigliotti, 144.5 vs Timmy Mason, 146

Gary Balletto III, 175.2 vs Adam De Freitas, 174.5

Alexandra Ballou, 124.7 vs Taylor Dagner, 125.2

Guilherme Viana, 257 vs Joseph White, 263.2

Joseph Peters, 189.7 vs Maurice Horne, 187.7

Joshua Whiteside, 164.7 vs. Isaiah Williams, 164.7

David Sanchez, 188.5 vs. David Burke,188.5

Sophia Hayes, 134.5 vs Nadia Moreno, 134.7

Venue

Mohegan Sun Arena

Uncasville, CT

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Las Vegas – UFC^® returns to Las Vegas, Nevada with a thrilling contest that sees former UFC bantamweight champion and current No. 5 ranked featherweight contender Aljamain Sterling take on No. 7 Youssef Zalal. Also on the card, top ranked bantamweights No. 3 Norma Dumont takes on No. 11 ranked contender Joselyne Edwards.

UFC FIGHT NIGHT^®: STERLING vs ZALAL takes place Saturday, April 25^th in Las Vegas, Nevada. The prelims will air at 2 p.m. PT / 5 p.m. ET, followed by the main card airing at 5 p.m. PT / 8 p.m. ET. All bouts will stream live onParamount+.

UFC FIGHT NIGHT^®: STERLING vs ZALAL tickets will go on sale Friday, March 27 at 1 p.m. ET / 10 a.m. PT and are available for purchase at AXS.com.Ticket sales are limited to eight (8) per person. UFC Fight Club^® members will have the opportunity to purchase tickets Wednesday, March 25 at 1 p.m. ET / 10 a.m. PT via the website www.ufcfightclub.com. A special Internet ticket pre-sale will be available to UFC newsletter subscribers Thursday, March 26 starting at 1 p.m. ET / 10 a.m. PT. To access this presale, users must register for the UFC newsletter through UFC.com.

Meta APEX VIP Experience packages are available via On Location, UFC’s Official VIP Experience Provider. Enjoy exclusive access with an official ticket package that includes premium seating, all-inclusive hospitality, in-seat beverage service, meet-and-greets with UFC Octagon Girls and more. Visit UFCVIP.com for more information.

Sterling (25-5, fighting out of Uniondale, N.Y.) makes his first appearance of the 2026 season looking to make a statement. A former UFC bantamweight champion, Sterling has etched his name in the history books by dominating and defeating impressive names such as Henry Cejudo, T.J. Dillashaw, and Brian Ortega. He now looks to halt Zalal’s momentum and further his goal of capturing a second division title.

Zalal (18-5-1, fighting out of Casablanca, Morocco by way of Englewood, Colo.) looks to deliver a shutout performance. Since stepping inside the Octagon, Zalal has earned his spot in the rankings by delivering strong wins against Josh Emmett, Calvin Kattar, and Jack Shore. Zalal now sets his sights on Sterling as he plans to secure the biggest win of his career and take out a former champion.

Dumont (13-2, fighting out of Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil) returns to action aiming to steal the show. The Brazilian has made a name for herself across two divisions by taking out noteworthy opponents including former champion Germaine de Randamie, Irene Aldana, and Ketlen Vieira. She now looks to further solidify her spot in the top of the 135-pounds rankings by defeating rising contender Edwards.

Edwards (17-6, fighting out of Panama City, Panama) sets out to secure a fifth straight victory. Joining the UFC when she was 26 years old, Edwards has grown into a full-fledged veteran and fierce competitor, delivering finishes against Nora Cornolle, Priscila Cachoeira, and Chelsea Chandler. Edwards now turns her attention to Dumont as she looks to deliver another highlight finish and break into the division’s Top 5.

Additional bouts on the card include:

• Talita Alencar(7-1-1, fighting out of Deerfield Beach, Fla. by way of Carutapera, Maranhão, Brazil) and Julia Polastri(14-5, fighting out of Duque de Caxias, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) face off in an all-Brazilian clash between Dana White’s Contender Series graduates in the strawweight division
• Middleweights Rodolfo Vieira(11-4, fighting out of Orlando, Fla.) and Eric McConico(10-4-1, fighting out of Phoenix, Ariz.) compete in a preliminary card matchup
• Dana White’s Contender Series contract winners Jafel Filho(17-4, fighting out of Sento Sé, Bahia, Brazil) and Lucas Rocha(18-2, fighting out of Coari, Amazonas, Brazil) lock horns at flyweight
• All-action bantamweights No. 14 Montel Jackson(15-3, fighting out of Milwaukee, Wisc.) and Raoni Barcelos(21-5, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) face off
• A pivotal bantamweight bout sees former title challengerand No. 12 ranked Mayra Bueno Silva(10-6-1, fighting out of Uberlandia, Minas Gerias, Brazil) and Michelle Montague(7-0, fighting out of Coconut Creek, Fla. by way of Matamata, New Zealand) collide
• Fireworks are expected when heavyweight Allen Frye Jr.(6-1, fighting out of Wilmington, N.C.) battles Max Gimenis(6-2, fighting out of Gaithersburg, Maryland)
• Exciting bantamweights Davey Grant (17-8, fighting out of Bishop Auckland, County Durham, England) and Dana White’s Contender Series contract winner Adrian Luna Martinetti (17-1, fighting out of Guayaquil, Ecuador) go toe-to-toe
• A middleweight tilt sees Jackson McVey(6-2, fighting out of St. Charles, Mo.) face off against Dana White’s Contender Series signee Sedriques Dumas(10-4 1 NC, fighting out of Pensacola, Fla.)

For the latest information on bout announcements and additional information for this event, please visit www.ufc.com. All bouts are subject to change. Please click?here?to apply for the event.

Visit the How to Watch UFC Fight Nightpageon Paramount+.

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About UFC^®

UFC^® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and 259 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while broadcasting to over 975 million TV households across more than 170 countries. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 80 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS^®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC.

About Paramount, a Skydance Corporation
Paramount, a Skydance Corporation (Nasdaq: PSKY) is a leading, next-generation global media and entertainment company, comprised of three business segments: Studios, Direct-to-Consumer, and TV Media. The Company’s portfolio unites legendary brands, including Paramount Pictures, Paramount  Television, CBS – America’s most-watched broadcast network, CBS News, Nickelodeon, MTV, BET, Comedy Central, Showtime, Paramount+, Pluto TV, and Skydance’s Animation, Film, Television, Interactive/Games, and Sports divisions. For more information, please visit www.paramount.com. 

Las Vegas – UFC® returns to Kaseya Center in Miami, Fla. with one of the most stacked events of the year, capped off by a pair of all-action title fights. In the main event, a thrilling contest sees former UFC light heavyweight title holder and current No. 2 ranked contender Ji?í Procházka square off with No. 3 ranked Carlos Ulberg for the vacant, undisputed UFC light heavyweight championship. In the co-main event, UFC flyweight champion Joshua Van makes his first title defense against No. 3 ranked contender Tatsuro Taira.

UFC 327®: PROCHÁZKA vs ULBERG takes place Saturday, April 11th in Miami, Florida at Kaseya Center. The prelims will air at 2 p.m. PT / 5 p.m. ET, followed by the main card airing at 6 p.m. PT / 9 p.m. ET. All bouts will stream live on Paramount+. Additionally, beginning at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT, the final two prelims and first two bouts of the main card will air on CBS.

UFC 327®: PROCHÁZKA vs ULBERG tickets are on sale and are available for purchase at Ticketmaster.com. Ticket sales are limited to eight (8) per person.

Procházka (32-5-1, fighting out of Brno, Czech Republic) returns to the Octagon with his sights set on reclaiming the light heavyweight crown. A fan favorite for his all-action fighting style, Procházka holds notable wins over some of the division’s best, including as Jamahal Hill, Dominick Reyes, and Khalil Rountree Jr. He now looks to add Ulberg to his impressive resume and raise UFC gold once again.

Ulberg (14-1, fighting out of Auckland, New Zealand) looks to secure the biggest win of his career and capture the UFC light heavyweight title. Since breaking into the UFC, the New Zealand native has earned his spot in the Top 5 on the strength of a nine-fight winning streak that includes impressive wins over Dominick Reyes, Alonzo Menifield, and former champion Jan B?achowicz. Ulberg now aims to etch his name into the history books with a dominant win over Procházka.

Van (16-2, fighting out of Houston, Texas) sets forth for his first title defense. Claiming the UFC flyweight title just two years into his Octagon career, Van rocketed through the 125-pound division by delivering statement victories over Brandon Royval, Bruno Silva and Cody Durden. He now looks to solidify his reign by defeating Taira in dominant fashion.

Taira (18-1, fighting out of Okinawa, Japan) heads down to the 305 seeking his first world title. At 26-years-old, the young prospect has amassed a near-perfect resume that includes finishes over former UFC champion Brandon Moreno, Hyun Sung Park and Alex Perez. Taira now sets his sights on Van as he looks to make history and become the first ever Japanese-born UFC champion of the modern era.

Additional bouts on the card include:

• No. 4 ranked UFC heavyweight contender Curtis Blaydes (19–5 1NC, fighting out of Chicago, Ill.) defends his Top 5 status against Dana White Contender Series alumni Josh Hokit (8–0, fighting out of Albuquerque, N.M.)
• Former title challenger and current No. 10 ranked UFC light heavyweight contender Dominick Reyes (15–5, fighting out of Victorville, Calif.) faces off with the unpredictable No. 12 Johnny Walker (22–9, fighting out of Las Vegas, Nev. by way of Rio das Ostras, Brazil)
• No. 6 ranked UFC light heavyweight contender Azamat Murzakanov (16–0, fighting out of Fairfield, N.J. by way of Nalchik, Russia) puts his perfect record on the line as welcomes former title challenger Paulo Costa (15–4, fighting out of Contagem, MG, Brazil) to the 205-pound division
• No. 13 ranked featherweight contender Patricio Freire (37-8, fighting out of Mossoro, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil) collides with Aaron Pico (13-5, fighting out of Albuquerque, N.M.)
• A thrilling featherweight matchup sees UFC Hall of Famer Cub Swanson (30–14, fighting out of Palm Springs, Calif.) return to the Octagon to take on Nate Landwehr (18–7, fighting out of Clarksville, Tenn.)
• No. 8 ranked lightweight contender Mateusz Gamrot (25-4 1NC, fighting out of Poznan, Poland) meets Esteban Ribovics (15-2, fighting out of Cordoba, Argentina) in a bout sure to deliver non-stop action
• All-action welterweights Kevin Holland (28–15, 1NC fighting out of Fort Worth, Texas) and Randy Brown (20–7, fighting out of Queens, N.Y. by way of Spanish Town, Jamaica) lock horns
• High-stakes strawweight contest pits No. 2 ranked Tatiana Suarez (12–1, fighting out of Rancho Cucamonga, Calif.) against No. 6 Loopy Godinez (14–5, fighting out of Vancouver, B.C., Canada by way of Aguascalientes, Mexico)
• UFC Hall of Famer Kelvin Gastelum(21-10 1NC, fighting out of Yuma, Ariz.) welcomes veteran Vicente Luque (23–12–1, fighting out of Brasília, Brasil) to the middleweight division

For the latest information on bout announcements and additional information for this event, please visit www.ufc.com. All bouts are subject to change. Please click?here?to apply for the event.

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About UFC®

UFC® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and approximately 353 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while distributing programming to more than 950 million broadcast and digital households across more than 210 countries and territories. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 75 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC.

About Kaseya Center

Located in the center of booming downtown Miami and the Entertainment District, Kaseya Center—home of the NBA Champion Miami HEAT—hosts 80+ non-basketball events each year including A-list concerts, family shows, sporting events, national conferences and more. Named as Billboard’s 2026 Top East Coast Arena, Kaseya Center is built with state-of-the-art sound and lighting and HD and electronic media signage inside and out. The impressive 19,600-seat venue is currently ranked the #1 arena in Florida for the 11th consecutive year—and the 14th time during the past 15 years—according to Billboard’s 2025 year-end rankings. Kaseya Center is also among the leading facilities in the country for hosting Latin entertainment. The Center has led the renaissance of downtown Miami over the past two decades, helping to transform the area into a thriving arts and entertainment district. The facility has hosted more than 1,200 events including diverse musical superstars such as Adele, Andrea Bocelli, Ariana Grande, Beyoncé, Billie Eilish, Bruno Mars, Carrie Underwood, Celine Dion, Depeche Mode, Drake, Dua Lipa, Eagles, Ed Sheeran, Imagine Dragons, Jennifer Lopez, Jonas Brothers, Justin Timberlake, Kane Brown, Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga, Madonna, Paul McCartney, Phish, RadioHead, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Rolling Stones, SZA, Taylor Swift, The Cure, The Killers, Tool, U2 and Usher just to name a few.  Kaseya Center has also become one of the country’s leading venues for showcasing Latin entertainment, including the likes of Ana Gabriel, Bad Bunny, Chayanne, Daddy Yankee, Enrique Iglesias, Karol G, Luis Miguel, Maluma, Maná, Marc Anthony, Ricardo Arjona, Ricky Martin, Shakira, and many others, as well as internationally televised award shows Premio Lo Nuestro and the Latin Grammy Awards. In 2009, Kaseya Center became among the first existing buildings in the country to have achieved LEED certification by the United States Green Building Council for its commitment to sustainability practices. More recently, in 2021, the Arena achieved its second LEED gold recertification. For more information about Kaseya Center, visit KaseyaCenter.com.

About Paramount, a Skydance Corporation
Paramount, a Skydance Corporation (Nasdaq: PSKY) is a leading, next-generation global media and entertainment company, comprised of three business segments: Studios, Direct-to-Consumer, and TV Media. The Company’s portfolio unites legendary brands, including Paramount Pictures, Paramount  Television, CBS – America’s most-watched broadcast network, CBS News, Nickelodeon, MTV, BET, Comedy Central, Showtime, Paramount+, Pluto TV, and Skydance’s Animation, Film, Television, Interactive/Games, and Sports divisions. For more information, please visit www.paramount.com. 

Hollywood, FL (March 20, 2026) “King” Kai Stewart defended his Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC) World Featherweight Title for a record-tying sixth time in the Main Event of BKFC 87 on Friday night at the sold-out Hard Rock Live in Hollywood, FL.

The Great Falls, MT product defended his crown with a hard-fought, unanimous decision over the previously unbeaten Nico “The Iron” Gaffie, the #3 ranked contender in the BKFC featherweight division. Two judges scored the fight 49-46 and one had it 48-47, all in favor of the undisputed World Champion.

“I am the King of Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship,” Stewart proclaimed in his post-fight interview. “I’m the best bare knuckle fighter in the world. I’m going to continue to get better, I’m going to continue to grow, and I’m going to continue repping the most exciting sport in the world as the (expletive) King!”

Stewart is now 9-0 in the Squared Circle. Gaffie, the inaugural BKFC European Featherweight Champion from Marbella, Spain, is now 3-1 under the BKFC banner.

Only Stewart, Christine “Misfit” Ferea and Luis “Baboon” Palomino have defended a BKFC World Title six times.

BKFC 87 aired LIVE worldwide on The BKFC App and was BKFC’s 15th straight sold-out event at the legendary Hard Rock Live.

Undefeated Cuban heavyweight sensation Leonardo “El Zambo” Perdomo continued his unprecedented path of destruction in Friday’s Co-Main Event, cruising to 11-0 with his 10th first-round finish at the expense of UFC vet Rashad “Daywalker” Coulter. The Miami fighter only needed 67 seconds to roll through Coulter, who entered fight night with a bare-knuckle fighting record of 2-1.

Perdomo, the #1 ranked contender in the BKFC heavyweight division, took aim at BKFC World Heavyweight Champion Andrei “The Pitbull” Arlovski before the two undefeated heavyweights faced off in the middle of the ring. “Arlovski, where are you? Come at me, boy! Don’t be scared. Come on, papi. (The belt) is mine. It’s mine, and everybody knows it!”

Cuban-born Miami fighter Bryan “El Gallo” Duran needed just 19 seconds to steamroll Derek “Rage” Perez in Friday’s Featured Fight. The former BKFC World Featherweight Title challenger is no

8-1-1 and entered fight night as the #5 ranked contender in the BKFC featherweight division. Perez, who hails from Belem, NM, is now 4-5.

Duran reinforced his BKFC World Featherweight Title aspirations in his post-fight interview: “I apologize for letting you guys down (in my first BKFC title fight against Stewart). But I promise you that when I fight for the belt again, I’m bringing it home to Miami!” 

Here are some highlights from BKFC Founder/President David Feldman’s post-event press conference.

Fight of the Night: Kai Stewart vs. Nico Gaffie

Knockout of the Night: Bryan Duran

Performance of the Night: Jancarlos Rivera

On BKFC 87: “We asked the guys to come fight, and they came to fight tonight. This was the liveliest crowd we’ve had in a long time. The energy out there was amazing. It was a great night; I’m very, very happy with the event.”

On Kai Stewart’s next fight: “We have to think about what’s next. What do the fans want? I’m always with what the fans want. It’s not always about the rankings. If the fans don’t want it and don’t enjoy it … I’ve got to give the fans what they want.”

On Leonardo Perdomo’s performance: “He came in in great shape and got the first-round knockout. I think this was the most devastating he’s looked. His punches were shorter and he came out and scored a really, really great knockout against a tough veteran.”

Anderson, IN strawweight Shelby “Boom Boom” Cannon earned the biggest win of her career as she defeated the previously unbeaten Rosalinda “Venom” Rodriguez via split decision. Two judges scored the bout in favor of Cannon (48-46, 49-45) and one judge had it 49-46 for Rodriguez. Cannon is now 2-1, while the Fort Lauderdale, FL product Rodriguez falls to 3-1 with the loss. Rodriguez entered fight night as the #4 ranked contender in the BKFC women’s flyweight division.

Miami’s Leo “Lionheart” Carrera won his light-heavyweight fight with UFC vet Sabah “Sleek Sheik” Homasi after Homasi was disqualified in the second round for landing an illegal spinning back fist. Time of the stoppage was 1:06 in the second stanza. Carrera improved to 3-2 with the victory, while the Coconut Creek, FL fighter Homasi is now 1-2.

Johannesburg, South African cruiserweight Jeremy “Pitbull” Smith dug deep to earn a split-decision victory at the expense of former BKFC World Middleweight Title challenger Donald Sanchez in their hotly anticipated rematch. Smith improved to 4-3 with the victory, and 2-0 against Sanchez. The Albuquerque, NM fighter Sanchez dropped to 4-3 with the loss and announced his retirement shortly after his fight.

Charleston, SC’s Roberto “El Gallo Negro” Armas rose to the occasion in his 10th BKFC bout, halting the rise of the previously undefeated AJ “The Biggest” Rodriguez in bantamweight action. Rodriguez’s corner called a stop to the bout at the conclusion of the third round. Armas is now 5-5 following his stoppage victory. The Venezuelan-born Miami product Rodriguez is now 3-1.

Unbeaten Fort Myers, FL bantamweight Jancarlos “Baby Hulk” Rivera smashed his way to 3-0 with a first-round stoppage over Samuel “Ace O’ Spades” Samples in their bantamweight showdown. Rivera picked himself up off the canvas and rallied for the stoppage with just one second left in the opening round. That’s now back-to-back, first-round finishes for Rivera, while the Madison County, GA fighter Samples is now 3-5.

Clewiston, FL product Chris “Dynamite” Garcia cruised to 6-1 with a second-round stoppage over Chancey “Supaflyy” Wilson — his second straight stoppage victory. Garcia logged a pair of knockdowns before the contest was stopped 19 seconds into the second stanza. Wilson, who represents Wichita, KS, is now 3-6 under the BKFC banner.

With BKFC Women’s World Strawweight Champion Britain Hart in his corner,  Broward County, FL’s Chino Blume edged out Alex “The Rhino” Davis for a hard-fought, split-decision victory in heavyweight action. Two judges scored the fight 30-27 for Blume, and one judge scored the contest 30-27 for Davis. Blume is now 2-2 on the strength of back-to-back wins. Davis, who hails from Coal Mountain, WV, is now 1-3.

Cuban-born Miami product Ernesto “Las Manos Benditas” Suarez cruised to 2-0 under the BKFC banner after sending “Slick” Vic Flor to the canvas three times in the opening round of their bantamweight matchup. The fight was stopped with four seconds left in the first round. Both of Suarez’s wins have come by first-round finish. The Broward County, FL fighter Flor was making his BKFC debut.

BKFC 87 Main Card

(C) Kai Stewart def. Nico Gaffie via Unanimous Decision (49-46×2, 48-47) 

Defends BKFC World Featherweight Title

Leonardo Perdomo def. Rashad Coulter via TKO in Round 1 (1:07) 

Bryan Duran def. Derek Perez via TKO in Round 1 (0:19)

Shelby Cannon def. Rosalinda Venom Rodriguez via Split Decision (48-46, 46-49, 49-45)

Leo Carrera def. Sabah Homasi via Disqualification in Round 2 (1:06) 

Jeremy Smith def. Donald Sanchez via Split Decision (48-47×2, 47-48)

Roberto Armas def. AJ Rodriguez via TKO in Round 3 (2:00)

Jancarlos Rivera def. Samuel Samples via TKO in Round 1 (1:59) . 

Chris Garcia def. Chancey Wilson via TKO in Round 2 (0:19)

Chino Blume def. Alex Davis via Split Decision (30x27x2, 27-30)

Ernesto Suarez def. Vic Flor via TKO in Round 1 (1:56)

WASHINGTON, D.C. (March 19, 2026) — UFC®, the world’s premier mixed martial arts (MMA) organization, today announced that the Association of Boxing Commissions (ABC), the unified regulatory body that oversees and supports the safety, integrity, and standardization of professional boxing and MMA events in the United States, will serve as an independent third party to advise on the regulatory operations for the unprecedented UFC event scheduled for Sunday, Jun. 14 on the grounds of the iconic White House, one of the most significant and renowned locations in the world.

In a statement published today, Association of Boxing Commissions President Timothy Shipman, wrote:

“As the event is being held on federal property, there is no requirement for the UFC to select a state athletic commission to oversee the event.

“The UFC expresses its commitment to ensuring that this event is among the most thoroughly regulated in the history of the sport and has requested that the ABC serve as an independent third party to assist in assembling the most qualified group of judges, referees, and inspectors in the world.

“The UFC has further confirmed that it will abide by all applicable regulatory requirements in support of this event, including all required medical examinations, pre-bout and post-bout physicals, and athlete safety protocols. All bouts on this card are officially licensed and sanctioned contests.”

Hunter Campell, UFC Chief Business Officer, and Marc Ratner, Senior Vice President, UFC Government & Regulatory Affairs, will collaborate with ABC on the details of the regulatory oversight of the event.

“UFC is the gold standard for athlete health and safety in combat sports – bar none, and we will absolutely bring those same industry leading standards to this incredible, unique event at the White House,” said Marc Ratner. “We thank the Association of Boxing Commissions for lending their expertise to ensure the highest standards of competitive integrity and professional governance to a truly unprecedented stage for MMA.”

The groundbreaking event will take place on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, D.C., marking the first professional sports event held at the world-famous location.

The event will feature a six-bout card headlined by a championship doubleheader. In the main event, UFC lightweight champion and No. 2 ranked pound-for-pound fighter Ilia Topuria will take on interim UFC lightweight champion Justin Gaethje, while the co-main event pits former UFC middleweight and light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira attempting to win a UFC title in an unprecedented third weight class against Ciryl Gane, a former interim UFC heavyweight champion. 

The  event will stream live on Paramount+ in the United States at no additional cost to subscribers.

Additional details about the event, including the schedule of official fight week activities, will be announced at a later date.

For information about upcoming UFC events, please visit UFC.com

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About UFC® 

UFC® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and approximately 353 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while distributing programming to more than 950 million broadcast and digital households across more than 210 countries and territories. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 75 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC. 

Las Vegas –UFC’s returns to Newark, N.J. with an exciting middleweight championship grudge match that will see Khamzat Chimaev defend against former titleholder and current No. 3 ranked contender Sean Strickland. Also, heavyweight contenders collide when No. 2 ranked Alexander Volkov battles No. 4 Waldo Cortes Acosta.

UFC^® 328: CHIMAEV vs. STRICKLAND takes place Saturday, May 9 at Prudential Center with the main card starting at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT on Paramount+. The late prelims will begin at 7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. PT on Paramount+. The early prelims will kick off at 5 p.m. ET / 2 p.m. PT on Paramount+ and UFC Fight Pass.

UFC^® 328: CHIMAEV vs. STRICKLAND will mark the twelfth UFC event at the famed arena dating back to 2007. UFC^® 302 headlined by Islam Makhachev vs. Dustin Poirier in 2024 still holds the venue’s live event gate record. 

UFC^® 328: CHIMAEV vs. STRICKLAND tickets will go on sale Friday, March 20 at 9 a.m. PT / 12 p.m. ET and are available atTicketmaster.com.  Ticket sales are limited to eight (8) per person. UFC Fight Club ^® will have the opportunity to purchase tickets Wednesday, March 18 at 9 a.m. PT / 12 p.m. ET via the website UFCFightClub.com. A special Internet ticket pre-sale will be available to UFC newsletter subscribers Thursday, March 19 at 9 a.m. PT / 12 p.m. ET. To access the pre-sale, users must register for the UFC newsletter through UFC.com.  

UFC VIP Experience packages are available via On Location, UFC’s Official VIP Experience Provider. Enjoy exclusive access with an official ticket package that includes premium seating, all-inclusive hospitality, in-seat beverage service, meet-and-greets with UFC Octagon Girls and more. Visit UFCVIP.com for more information.

Chimaev (15-0, fighting out of The United Arab Emirates by way of Chechnya, Russia) plans to kick off his 2026 campaign with a vintage performance. An undefeated competitor, he holds impressive wins against former UFC champions Dricus du Plessis, Robert Whittaker and Kamaru Usman. Chimaev looks to stop Strickland to begin a dominant title reign.

Strickland (30-7, fighting out of Corona, Calif.) has his sight set on regaining the UFC middleweight championship. Known for his relentless pressure, he has delivered memorable victories over Anthony Hernandez, Israel Adesanya and Nassourdine Imavov. Strickland intends to become a two-time titleholder by handing Chimaev his first career loss.

Volkov (39-11, fighting out of Moscow, Russia) hopes to continue his momentum following his October win against Jailton Almeida. A 16-year MMA veteran, the Russian striker has also earned victories over Sergei Pavlovich, Tai Tuivasa and Alexander Romanov. Volkov looks to defend his spot in the rankings by halting Cortes Acosta’s momentum.

Cortes Acosta (17-2, fighting out of Phoenix, Ariz. by way of Fundacion, Barahona, Dominican Republic) intends to secure his fourth consecutive KO victory. A heavy-handed boxer, he has earned notable finishes over Derrick Lewis, Shamil Gaziev and Ante Delija. Cortes Acosta now hopes to stake his claim for a title shot with a show-stealing performance against Volkov.

Additional bouts on the card include:

• No. 6 ranked welterweight contender Sean Brady (18-2, fighting out of Philadelphia, Penn.) locks horns with No. 9 Joaquin Buckley (21-7, fighting out of St. Louis, Mo.)
• Former UFC light heavyweight champion and current No. 5 ranked contender Jan Blachowicz (29-11-2, fighting out of Warsaw, Poland) rematches No. 8 Bogdan Guskov (18-3-1, fighting out of Dukent, Uzbekistan)
• King Green (34-17-1 1NC, fighting out of Fontana, Calif.) squares off with Jeremy Stephens (28-20 1NC, fighting out of San Diego, Calif. by way of Des Moines, Iowa) in a clash of lightweight veterans
• Ateba Gautier (10-1, fighting out of Yaounde, Cameroon) takes on Ozzy Diaz (10-3, fighting out of Downtown Los Angeles, Calif.) at middleweight

For the latest information on bout announcements and additional information for this event, please visit www.ufc.com. All bouts are subject to change. Please click?here?to apply for the event.

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About UFC^®

UFC^® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and 259 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while broadcasting to over 975 million TV households across more than 170 countries. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 80 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS^®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC.

About Prudential Center

Prudential Center is a world-class sports and entertainment venue located in downtown Newark, New Jersey. Opened in October 2007, the state-of-the-art arena is the home of the National Hockey League’s (NHL) three-time Stanley Cup Champion New Jersey Devils, Seton Hall University’s NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball program, Professional Women’s Hockey League’s (PWHL) New York Sirens and more than 210 concerts, family shows and special events each year. Ranked in the Top 10 worldwide by Pollstar, Billboard and various other industry publications, Prudential Center is recognized as one of the premier venues in the United States, and hosts over 2 million guests annually. For more information about Prudential Center, visit prucenter.com and follow the arena on Facebook, X, Instagram and TikTok @PruCenter. Prudential Center is a HBSE property.

About Paramount, a Skydance Corporation
Paramount, a Skydance Corporation (Nasdaq: PSKY) is a leading, next-generation global media and entertainment company, comprised of three business segments: Studios, Direct-to-Consumer, and TV Media. The Company’s portfolio unites legendary brands, including Paramount Pictures, Paramount  Television, CBS – America’s most-watched broadcast network, CBS News, Nickelodeon, MTV, BET, Comedy Central, Showtime, Paramount+, Pluto TV, and Skydance’s Animation, Film, Television, Interactive/Games, and Sports divisions. For more information please visit www.paramount.com. 

LOS ANGELES, CA – March 16, 2026 – Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) and Netflix today announced that combat sports icon Nate Diaz (22-13, 14 Submissions, 4 KOs) will face the “King of Violence” Mike Perry (14-8, 11 KOs) in a highly anticipated professional MMA bout as part of a massive triple-headliner event taking place Saturday, May 16, 2026, at Intuit Dome in Los Angeles, California. The bout joins the recently announced heavyweight clash between lineal heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou vs. Brazil’s Philippe Lins and the historic women’s main event between former UFC champion and Olympic medalist Ronda Rousey vs. combat sports trailblazer Gina Carano. The event will stream live globally only on Netflix at no additional cost to its 325+ million members. 

Diaz vs. Perry will be contested under the Unified Rules of MMA over five five-minute rounds in the welterweight division at 170lbs. The bout features Nate Diaz, one of the most resilient and iconic figures in fight history, taking on Mike Perry, one of the most dangerous men in combat sports today. Known as two of the toughest and most fearless competitors in the sport, Diaz and Perry bring contrasting styles and relentless pressure to what promises to be one of the most chaotic and fan-friendly fights on the card.

The blockbuster triple-headliner marks a major moment in combat sports as MVP and Netflix expand their footprint into MMA following the historic success of their global boxing events. The addition of Diaz vs. Perry alongside Ngannou vs. Lins and Rousey vs. Carano brings together some of the most recognizable and dangerous fighters in the sport and features the most star power ever assembled on a single MMA fight card.

Tickets are on sale now at Ticketmaster.com. The event will also feature the return of MVP’s exclusive VIP experiences, including the MVP Owner’s Experience™. 

No single fighter has captured the imagination of combat sports quite like Stockton, California’s finest Nate Diaz. He is the embodiment of a real fighter who defines a generation a raw blend of attitude, perseverance, conviction, and pure skill where he has changed the game both in and outside the cage. His rivalry with Conor McGregor remains the biggest in MMA history, shattering box office and pay-per-view records across the board, and as the A-Side against Jorge Masvidal bringing out the first sitting President of the United States to a UFC event.  Diaz is the Baddest MotherFucker in the game whose post UFC career has seen him launch the combat sports promotion, Real Fight, Inc and where he fought before sold out crowds against Jake Paul at Dallas’s American Airlines Center and Masvidal at Anaheim’s Honda Center. 

“Glad to be back n action. It’s time,” said Nate Diaz. “Don’t forget where this all came from. I got plans on doing a lot more in the next 10 years, no matter where it is. Time to set the bar again, so get ready for a new takeover again and again until the end of time.”

“Platinum” Mike Perry is one of the most dangerous fighters in combat sports, returns to MMA following his fearsome career across the UFC, Triad Combat, boxing, and bare knuckle boxing. Following his 14-win career in the UFC, boasting 11 wins by knockout, Perry made his Triad Combat debut in November 2021, taking on 27-3, 21 KOs seasoned boxer Michael Seals, demonstrating his ability to handle power punchers and outworking Seals to a split decision victory in the bout. Less than three months later, Perry made his bare knuckle boxing debut with BKFC, securing his first win over Julian Lane in 2022, which he followed with a win over dynamic striker Michael “Venom” Page later that year. Perry’s bout with former UFC champion Luke Rockhold in April 2023 ended decisively with a second-round KO. In his BKFC “King of Violence” title fight in December 2023 against Eddie Alvarez, the first-ever fighter to become a champion in both UFC and Bellator, Perry displayed his vicious power yet again with a second round TKO due to corner stoppage. Perry earned the 2023 Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship Male Fighter of the Year and in April 2024, he expanded his undefeated record to 5-0 with a first-round KO of UFC veteran Thiago Alves. After a blockbuster boxing bout against Jake Paul in 2024, he most recently returned to bare knuckle and defeated Jeremy Stephens by TKO in October 2025.

”The King of Violence returns to MMA to elbow his opponent in the fucking face,” said Mike Perry. “Saturday, May 16th, on Netflix, Nate Diaz is going lights out.”

“MVP delivered the most-viewed boxing event since the advent of cable, and now we’re set to break records again with the biggest viewership in MMA history with the addition of Diaz vs Perry to Rousey vs Carano and Ngannou vs Lins,” said Nakisa Bidarian, CEO of Most Valuable Promotions. Nate Diaz is the Real BMF, and Mike Perry is the King of Violence – this will be a war from the first press conference all the way to the end when one of them has their hand raised. It’s an absolutely massive night of fights in Los Angeles on Saturday, May 16th, as we continue building some of the biggest global events in combat sports. Thank you to Netflix for believing in our vision. The future of MMA is bright.

For more information, follow on X via @MostVPromotions and @Netflix, on Instagram via @MostValuablePromotions and @Netflix, or on Netflix’s Tudum.

About Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) 

Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) was founded in August 2021 by Jake Paul and Nakisa Bidarian with a fighter first ethos. Since inception, MVP has produced 30 live boxing events and currently promotes nearly 60 fighters, 16 world champions, and 26 top contenders.

MVP has led boxing’s evolution in the streaming era through partnerships with the world’s leading platforms. In November 2024, MVP’s Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson and Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano 2 was the first-ever live professional sports event streamed on Netflix. Paul vs. Tyson shattered records, becoming the most-streamed sporting event of all time with 125 million live viewers worldwide. MVP went on to partner with Netflix twice in 2025 for MVP’s Taylor vs. Serrano 3 and Jake vs. Joshua: Judgment Day.

Today, MVP is the global home of women’s boxing. MVP’s Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano in 2022 was the first female fight to headline Madison Square Garden, while Taylor vs. Serrano 2 in 2024 saw 74 million viewers globally on Netflix and became the most-watched professional women’s sports event in US history with 47 million AMA in the US. Their 2025 trilogy on Netflix topped an all-women’s megacard that set the official GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for the most world championship belts ever contested on a single fight card, male or female, with 17 world titles, earning nearly 6 million viewers globally. 

About Netflix:

Netflix is one of the world’s leading entertainment services offering TV series, films, games and live programming across a wide variety of genres and languages. Members can play, pause and resume watching as much as they want, anytime, anywhere, and can change their plans at any time. 

About Intuit Dome

Intuit Dome, the home of the LA Clippers officially opened on August 15, 2024. In its first year, Intuit Dome has hosted over 100 live events and Clippers games and welcomed over one million fans. Located in Inglewood, Calif., Intuit Dome is built different and redefines fans’ expectations for live experiences. To sign up to receive all Intuit Dome press releases and updates, email intuitdomepr@intuitdome.com and follow @IntuitDomePR.

Denver, CO (March 13, 2026) – Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC), The World’s Fastest Growing Combat Sports Promotion, returns to the Mile-High Fighting City of Denver, CO for their sixth event on Friday, April 17 at the National Western Center.

BKFC-88 is headlined by The Fighting Pride of Denver and Former BKFC Cruiserweight World Champion, Chris Camozzi, (4-2) facing arch-rival and knockout artist Esteban ‘Mohawk’ Rodriguez, 

(5-1, 5 KOs), of Grand Rapids, MI for the BKFC Interim Cruiserweight Title.

Tickets for BKFC-88 are Now On-Sale and can be purchased online at BKFC.com. The National Western Center is located at 4850 National Western Drive, Denver, CO 80216.

“Some of our best nights and largest crowds have taken place in Denver, CO and we’re very excited to return on April 17 with another tremendous card,” said David Feldman, Founder and President of BKFC. “Chris Camozzi against Esteban Rodriguez, #1 versus #2 ranked in the cruiserweight division, promises fireworks from the opening bell and we have a sensational undercard with many of Colorado’s top bare-knuckle fighters.”

“Tickets are now on-sale and I encourage fans to buy in advance, we sell out all over the world and this event will be packed on fight night.”

Chris Camozzi started his world title reign with a first-round knockout of Sawyer DePee on October 25, 2024 in Denver at BKFC-67. Following up at BKFC-73 on April 26, 2025, he defended his title by defeating Andrea Bicchi over the distance in Florence, Italy.

Most recently Camozzi dropped a hotly contested unanimous decision to Alessio Sakara at BKFC-83 on October 25, 2025 in Rome, Italy.

Fast rising Esteban ‘Mohawk’ Rodriguez is currently riding a three-fight winning streak, victorious in each fight by knockout; Zac Cavender (KO-1 at BKFC Fight Night Michigan), Julio Perez Rodriguez (KO-1 at BKFC-78) and Keegan Vandermeer (KO-2 at BKFC-56). He also holds knockout wins over Jaquis Williams (KO-1 at BKFC-43) and Erick Murray Jr (KO-2 at BKFC Fight Night Omaha).

Fighting in the lightweight division at BKFC-88, former BKFC World Champion Elvin ‘El Bandido’ Brito, (7-6), of Gulf Breeze, FL battles Ramiro Figueroa, (4-1), of Commerce City, CO. Brito returns to action following a fourth-round stoppage of Brandon Meyer at BKFC-79 on August 2, 2025. Figueroa has impressed recently with two big wins over Dalvin Blair (UD at BKFC-86) and Howard Davis 

(KO-2 at BKFC-85). He is also 7-4-1 with three knockouts as a professional boxer.

Heavyweight veterans will clash at BKFC-88 with local favorite Josh ‘Cuddly Bear’ Copeland, (2-2), facing Corey ‘WhatYouTalkingBout’ Willis, (2-1), of Billings, MT. Copeland’s last appearance in the squared circle came against current BKFC Heavyweight World Champion Andrei Arlovski at BKFC-78, a fight halted in the fourth round due to cuts sustained by the Denver native. Willis looks to return to the win column following a heated contest with current top-rated heavyweight Leonardo Perdomo at BKFC-85.

Cruiserweight newcomers will face-off with Josh Fremd of Englewood, CO facing Jared Torgeson of Moses Lake, WA. Competing in the welterweight division, Andrew ‘The Golden Boy’ Yates,

(3-1), of Las Vegas, NV battles Rodney ‘The Animal’ Hinton, (1-0), of Orlando, FL. Flyweight Angelo Trujillo, (0-1), of Grand Junction, CO battles Pensacola, FL native Anthony ‘The Devil’s Advocate’ Yost, (1-2).

Fighting in the men’s flyweight division Octavin ‘Smash’ Turner, (1-0), of Houston, TX battles BKFC debuting Davenport, IA native Joby ‘Jobywankenobi’ Steffensmeier. Light heavyweight veteran Tyler ‘Redbird’ Sijohn, (0-3), of Worley, ID looks for his first victory over newcomer JoJo Chillizzi of Williamston, NC. Lightweights will clash with Denver, CO native Matt Maestas, (0-3), battling Ruben Arroyo, (0-3), of Westminster, CO. Also competing in the lightweight division, Sergio ‘The Savage’ Lopez, (1-1), of Montrose, CO faces Brett Hudson, (0-2).

Social Media

Instagram: @BareKnuckleFC

Twitter: @BareKnuckleFC

Facebook: @BareKnuckleFC

YouTube: @BareKnuckleFightingChampionship

TikTok: @BareKnuckleFC

Website: www.BKFC.com

Townsville, Australia (March 12, 2026) – Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC), The World’s Fastest Growing Combat Sports Promotion, has announced their eagerly awaited debut in Australia on Saturday, April 18 at the Townsville Entertainment and Convention Centre.

BKFC Fight Night Australia is headlined by a highly anticipated rematch between heavyweight rivals, Haze ‘The Huntsman’ Hepi, (3-1), of Gold Coast, Queensland and Poland’s Krzysztof ‘The Big Man’ Wisniewski, (3-0), now residing in Coventry, England. In a hotly contested battle, Wisniewski stopped Hepi at BKFC-83 on April 26, 2025 in Rome, Italy. The ringside physician called a halt to the fight after the third round due to a severe cut suffered by Hepi.

Also announced for BKFC Fight Night Australia, former Australian boxing champion Mark ‘Bam Bam’ Flanagan of Brisbane, Queensland will make his bare-knuckle debut against a challenger to be announced. Compiling a pro boxing record of 24-7 with seventeen knockouts, Flanagan valiantly fought WBA Cruiserweight World Champion Denis Lebedev, losing a heated clash over twelve rounds.

Additional bouts for BKFC Fight Night Australia will be announced shortly.

“We’re thrilled to announce our first show in the fighting rich country of Australia,” said David Feldman, Founder and President of BKFC. “Our team has worked hard to bring a world class card featuring some of the best bare-knuckle fighters internationally and from Australia for this can’t miss event.”

“Haze Hepi and Krzysztof Wisniewski had a sudden and disappointing ending in their exciting first fight and both wanted to run it back which makes for a tremendous main event for April 18.”

“Our tickets will go on-sale shortly and given the excitement over the last year for BKFC in Australia, I urge fans to purchase tickets in advance for our first event in the country.”

Tickets information for BKFC Fight Night Australia can be found at BKFC.com. The Townsville Entertainment and Convention Centre is located at Entertainment Dr., Townsville City QLD 4810 Australia.

Prior to his BKFC debut at BKFC-73, Haze Hepi had compiled a professional boxing record of 7-4-1. Impressing quickly, Hepi knocked out BKFC veteran Steven Banks in the first round on April 26, 2025 in Florence, Italy.

Krzysztof Wisniewski entered the BKFC squared circle for his debut on June 28, 2025 at BKFC-77, stopping Thai Tettley in the third round fighting in Birmingham, England.

Social Media

Instagram: @BareKnuckleFC

Twitter: @BareKnuckleFC

Facebook: @BareKnuckleFC

YouTube: @BareKnuckleFightingChampionship

TikTok: @BareKnuckleFC

Website: www.BKFC.com

Las Vegas – UFC® returns to Meta APEX with an all-action lightweight main event, as former UFC lightweight title challenger and No. 10 ranked contender Renato Moicanofaces off with rising prospect Chris Duncan. Also on the card, No. 3 ranked UFC strawweight contender Virna Jandiroba meets No. 7 ranked Tabatha Ricci in a high-stakes matchup.

UFC FIGHT NIGHT®: MOICANO vs. DUNCAN takes place Saturday, April 4 in Las Vegas. The prelims will air at 5 p.m. ET / 2 p.m. PT, followed by the main card airing at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT. All bouts will stream live on Paramount+.

Tickets for UFC FIGHT NIGHT®: MOICANO vs. DUNCAN will go on sale Friday, March 13 at 10 a.m. PT and are available at AXS.com. Ticket sales are limited to eight (8) per person. UFC Fight Club® will have the opportunity to purchase tickets on Wednesday, March 11 at 10 a.m. PT via the website UFCFightClub.com. A special Internet ticket pre-sale will be available to UFC newsletter subscribers Thursday, March 12 at 10 p.m. PT. To access the pre-sale, users must register for the UFC newsletter through UFC.com.

Meta APEX VIP Experience packages are available via On Location, UFC’s Official VIP Experience Provider. Enjoy exclusive access with an official ticket package that includes premium seating, all-inclusive hospitality, in-seat beverage service, meet-and-greets with UFC Octagon Girls and more. Visit UFCVIP.com for more information.

Fan favorite Moicano (20-7-1, fighting out of Brasilia, Brazil) returns to action looking to once again put on a show. A prolific submission artist, he has shown off his Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt skills in wins over Benoit Saint Denis, Brad Riddell and Alexander Hernandez. Moicano now looks to kick off his 2026 season with another statement performance.  

Duncan (15-2, fighting out of Glasgow, Scotland) plans to make the most of his first UFC main event opportunity. A well-rounded finisher, Duncan is on a four-fight winning streak which includes stoppages over Terrance McKinney, Jordan Vucenic and Bolaji Oki. He now intends to secure another highlight and break into the Top 15.

High-level grappler Jandiroba (22-4, fighting out of Feira de Santana, Bahia, Brazil) makes her first appearance after challenging for the UFC strawweight championship. Jandiroba is currently tied for the most submission attempts in her division’s history with 16, a number she amassed throughout victories over Yan Xiaonan, Amanda Lemos and Loopy Godinez. She now looks to defend her spot in the Top 5 and make another run towards the title.

Ricci (12-3, fighting out of Ventura, Calif. by way of Birigui, São Paulo, Brazil) seeks to continue her momentum with another standout showing. Holding a black belt in both Brazilian jiu-jitsu and judo, she has demonstrated her well-rounded talents in wins over Amanda Ribas, Angela Hill and Tecia Pennington. Ricci now has her sights set on becoming the first person to finish Jandiroba and to break into title contention.

Additional bouts include:

• Ethyn Ewing (8-2, fighting out of Fountain Valley, Calif.) aims to keep the momentum going from his statement UFC debut when he faces the undefeated Rafael Estevam (14-0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) at bantamweight
• Lando Vannata (12-7-2, fighting out of Albuquerque, N.M.) returns to the Octagon to battle Darrius Flowers(12-8-1, fighting out of Mason City, Iowa) in a lightweight bout
• Charles Radtke(11-5, fighting out of Chicago, Ill.) looks to spoil the UFC debut of Jose Henrique (8-1, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) at welterweight
• Undefeated light heavyweight Abdul Rakhman Yakhyaev (8-0, fighting out of Grozny, Chechnya) meets veteran Brendson Ribeiro (17-9 1NC, fighting out of Curitiba, Brazil)
• Featherweight actions pits Dana White’s Contender Series standout Tommy McMillen (9-0, fighting out of Scottsdale, Ariz.) against Manolo Zecchini (11-4, fighting out of Venice, Italy)
• Azamat Bekoev (20-4, fighting out of Vladikavkaz, Russia) aims for another highlight-reel finish as he takes on Tresean Gore (6-4, fighting out of Lawrenceville, Ga.) at middleweight
• Dana White’s Contender Series 2025 signee Jose Delano(16-3, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) looks to impress in his UFC debut against Robert Ruchala (11-2, fighting out of Nowy S?cz, Poland) in a featherweight tilt
• Guilherme Pat (6-0, fighting out of Sao Paulo, Brazil) meetsThomas Petersen (10-4, fighting out of Lakeville, Minn.) for a light heavyweight collision
• Flyweights Alessandro Costa(14-5, fighting out of Puebla, Mexico) and Stewart Nicoll (8-2, fighting out of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia) aim to steal the show
• Alice Pereira (6-1, fighting out of Feira de Santana, Brazil) and Hailey Cowan (7-4, fighting out of Robinson, Texas) vie for their first UFC wins in a bantamweight contest
• Dione Barbosa (8-4, fighting out of Huntington Beach, Calif. by way of Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil) and Melissa Gatto (9-2, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) lock horns at flyweight

For the latest information on bout announcements and additional information for this event, please visit www.ufc.com. All bouts are subject to change. Please click?here?to apply for the event.

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Los Angeles, California, USA – March 10, 2026 – BKB Bare Knuckle Boxing, the world’s

leading and fastest-growing professional bare knuckle organization, today announced the

signing of fan-favorite power-puncher John Molina Jr. (30-9, 24 KOs) in a multi-fight, multi-year agreement. The hard-hitting former world title challenger, nicknamed “The Gladiator,” will bring his relentless aggression, knockout power, and proven warrior spirit to the bare knuckle trigon, making his highly anticipated debut in the coming months as he targets BKB world championship glory.

This landmark signing further highlights the unstoppable momentum of BKB, which continues to attract decorated gloved boxers and deliver high-stakes, action-packed events. The promotion has welcomed stars like Olympic gold medalist and former multi-weight world champion Yuriorkis Gamboa, and former world champions Victor Ortiz and Lee Selby to the bare knuckle ranks, whilst former gloved world champion Paulie Malignaggi is currently preparing to become a two-sport world champion as he faces reigning BKB super welterweight world champion in Manchester on Saturday 16th May 2026.

Molina Jr., a standout at super lightweight and welterweight, compiled an impressive

professional record of 30 wins (24 by KO), 9 losses over a career spanning 2006 to 2019. He challenged for major world titles and shared the ring with elite opponents including Adrien Broner, Terence Crawford, Ruslan Provodnikov, and others, earning a reputation as one of boxing’s most entertaining and courageous fighters. Known for his all-action style and willingness to go to war, Molina retired in 2019 after a decorated run and transitioned to a proud career in law enforcement.

Now actively serving as a police officer, Molina’s return to fighting is fueled by an enduring love for competition, the itch to compete again, and the perfect fit of bare knuckle’s raw intensity with his no-retreat approach. After years away from the ring, he sees BKB as the ideal platform to scratch that itch, chase a new legacy, and potentially cross paths with fellow PBC alumni like Paulie Malignaggi and Victor Ortiz.

John Molina Jr. said:“I had a great career, being a fighter for 13 years professionally, and I

didn’t wanna be one of these guys that accomplished all these accolades in boxing and then

was, ‘What else do I do with myself?’ So I went out and became a cop, which was a great

choice. I wanted a career I can be proud of. Being a cop, our fight or flight is second to none,

and there’s a lot of reactions that need to be made and that’s right up my alley.”

“I’m at the age where it’s kind of like, excuse my language, but s***, or get off the pot kind of

moment for me. This is the time and I feel young enough to still do it and anxious to get out

there and showcase my abilities. You know, to be honest with you, if this would’ve happened

when I was early on in my career, who’s to say I wouldn’t go bare knuckle given and – with the triangular ring? Not very much room to dance.”

“We’re gonna get right to business. So it works out perfect. It lends itself perfectly to someone with my style. And then when I started seeing other names like Paulie and Victor, who we were together under the same banner of PBC, I think it’s gonna be a good fit for all of us to get out there and showcase our abilities.”

“My legacy is to be a champion in the sport of bare knuckle boxing and for people to say, ‘Hey,he fought the best of the best and was considered one of the most entertaining fighters in the world during his era of fighting.’ Now I’m gonna take it over to bare knuckle boxing to be a champion in my respective weight class. And who knows? Maybe we crossed the bridge with Paulie. Maybe we cross the bridge with Victor. I think that can be explosive. But first things first, let’s get to the first one and get onto the next. If you guys ever seen my fights in the past, you guys will definitely see I’m ready to go to war. I like it. That’s what we expect.”

Mike Vazquez, Founder of BKB Bare Knuckle, said:“John Molina Jr. is a true warrior with an incredible resume of battles against the best and a fan-favorite style that always delivers excitement. We’re thrilled to have him join our roster. His power, heart, and no-fear mentality will be electric in the trigon.”

David Tetreault, CEO of BKB Bare Knuckle, said: “Adding John Molina Jr. to our lineup is a statement signing. His history of thrilling, high-octane wars against top competition, combined with his knockout power and unbreakable will, makes him a perfect fit for bare knuckle. We’re looking forward to seeing ‘The Gladiator’ bring that same intensity to the trigon in an exciting new chapter for him and for BKB.”

Molina joins an elite and rapidly growing roster of more than 200 fighters from over 30 countries, highlighting BKB’s magnetic pull for boxing’s biggest names seeking the ultimate test in the most primal combat sport. More major announcements are on the horizon as BKB maintains its meteoric rise.

From its origins in 2015 as BYB Extreme Fighting Series, founded by MMA pioneer Dhafir “Dada 5000” Harris and Mike Vazquez, BKB has transformed bare knuckle boxing into a regulated, globally broadcast powerhouse through strategic acquisitions—including the original UK-based BKB in 2021 and Bad To The Bone in 2025—and a fighter-first philosophy that emphasizes athlete welfare and opportunity. Landmark broadcast partnerships with talkSPORT (UK and Ireland), VICE (US and Canada), and Telemundo (Spanish-language in the US) have delivered live events to millions worldwide.

Details on Molina’s debut fight and upcoming events will be announced soon. Fans can visit www.bkbbareknuckle.com and follow @bkbbareknuckle for the latest news and information.

Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) and Netflix today announced that former MMA heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou (18-3, 4 Submissions, 13 KOs) vs. Brazil’s Philipe Lins (18-5, 4 Submissions, 9 KOs) will face off in a colossal bout for MVP’s Rousey vs. Carano, Ngannou vs. Lins, on Saturday, May 16 at Intuit Dome in Los Angeles, CA, and streaming live globally, only on Netflix at no additional cost to its 325+ million members. The bout marks Ngannou’s highly anticipated return to professional MMA competition following his crossover into global boxing events and his dominant PFL Championship victory in 2024. Ngannou vs. Lins will be a professionally-sanctioned heavyweight bout contested under the Unified Rules of MMA over five, 5-minute rounds using 4oz gloves, inside a hexagon cage. Ngannou vs. Lins joins a historic moment in combat sports as MVP’s inaugural MMA event and Netflix’s first-ever live MMA broadcast. The matchup pits two of the most dangerous knockout artists in MMA against one another, uniting former UFC world champion Francis Ngannou with 2018 PFL heavyweight tournament winner Philipe Lins in a clash of proven finishers whose combined 22 knockout victories have made them two of the most feared power punchers in the sport. 

Tickets for Rousey vs. Carano and Ngannou vs. Lins will go on sale Tuesday, March 10 at 10am PT/1pm ET on Ticketmaster.com. The event will also feature the return of MVP’s exclusive VIP experiences, including the MVP Owner’s Experience™. 

Ngannou and Lins will meet face-to-face at the Rousey vs. Carano Kickoff Press Conference on Tuesday, March 10 at Intuit Dome in Los Angeles, California. The press conference will be hosted by renowned combat sports journalist Ariel Helwani. All media interested in being credentialed to cover the press conference must apply HERE. The press conference will also live stream on Netflix’s YouTube and MVP’s YouTube. 

Francis Ngannou is a Cameroonian and French professional mixed martial artist and boxer. A former UFC Heavyweight Champion, Ngannou—nicknamed “The Predator”—is widely regarded as one of the most devastating punchers in combat sports history. During his UFC career, he recorded seven knockouts within the first two minutes of the opening round, cementing his reputation as one of the most dangerous finishers in the heavyweight division. Ngannou has also been very influential in expanding opportunities for fighters in Africa, as he aims to help develop the next generation of African MMA talent by building pathways, resources, and global visibility for athletes from the region. 

“While the world was busy talking, I was busy evolving,” said Francis Ngannou. “Silence shouldn’t be mistaken for absence—it’s the sound of a predator closing the distance. Stepping back into the cage isn’t just a return; it’s a reclamation. My return to MMA demanded a stage that matched the scale of my ambition, and partnering with MVP to bring this event to Netflix ensures the entire world is watching. I am ready for this new chapter, and I cannot wait to entertain my fans again and remind the world exactly who I am and what I am capable of delivering on a highest stage. #TheComeBack”

Philipe “Monstro” Lins is a Brazilian mixed martial artist training out of American Top Team in Coconut Creek, Florida. Lins began training in Brazilian jiu-jitsu at the age of 17 before transitioning into professional MMA in 2005. He gained international recognition during his run in Bellator MMA, where he competed from 2014 to 2017 against some of the promotion’s top heavyweights. His career reached a major milestone in 2018, when he captured the PFL Heavyweight Championship, winning four fights in six months and earning the $1 million grand prize in the league’s inaugural season. In 2020, Lins signed with the UFC, where he competed at heavyweight and light heavyweight, and has earned notable victories over respected opponents including Ion Cutelaba, Ovince Saint Preux, and Marcin Prachnio, solidifying his position as a dangerous contender in the division. 

“To be part of the first MMA event on Netflix is going to be amazing. I’m excited – very, very, very excited,” said Philipe Lins. “I’m very happy and grateful to God for giving me this opportunity and for being with the right people to take care of my MMA career. MVP, Netflix, and Dominance MMA made this happen. I’m very happy to be fighting on this card with so many legends. Ronda Rousey, Gina Carano, Francis Ngannou – we’re going to make history, and to be a part of this moment is amazing to me.”

“Francis Ngannou is unequivocally the best heavyweight MMA fighter in the world and his addition creates star power on one card like never before seen in the sport,” said Jake Paul and Nakisa Bidarian, co-founders of Most Valuable Promotions. “Francis is one of the most feared knockout artists the sport has ever seen, and his return to MMA instantly makes this a historic night. Philipe Lins is a proven champion who built his reputation the hard way against elite competition and knows this is his chance to cement his legacy on the sport and take Brazil back to the top of the sport. Two heavyweight knockout artists. Ngannou vs Lins. Rousey vs Carano. Five rounds Each. The global spotlight of Netflix. Saturday, May 16, will be one of the most significant nights in modern MMA.”

The event is headlined by former UFC champion and Olympic medalist Ronda Rousey (12-2, 9 Submissions, 3 KOs) vs. combat sports trailblazer Gina Carano (7-1, 1 Submission, 3 KOs) in a featherweight bout at 145lbs contested over five, 5-minute rounds using 4oz gloves, inside a hexagon cage, as a professionally sanctioned bout under the Unified Rules of MMA. The matchup unites Rousey, the woman who shattered the glass ceiling for female fighters and became the face of an entire sport, male or female, with Carano, the sport’s first true crossover star in a highly-anticipated fight that has been years in the making. 

Additional information, including undercard bouts and full event details, will be announced in the coming weeks.

For more information, follow on X via @MostVPromotions and @Netflix, on Instagram via @MostValuablePromotions and @Netflix, or on Netflix’s Tudum.

About Francis Ngannou

Francis Ngannou is a Cameroonian and French professional mixed martial artist and boxer. A former UFC Heavyweight Champion, Ngannou—nicknamed “The Predator”—is widely regarded as one of the most devastating punchers in combat sports history. During his UFC career, he recorded seven knockouts within the first two minutes of the opening round, cementing his reputation as one of the most dangerous finishers in the heavyweight division. Ngannou’s journey to the top of the sport is defined by extraordinary perseverance. Born in Batié, Cameroon in 1986, he grew up in extreme poverty and worked in a sand mine as a child before pursuing his dream of becoming a professional fighter. His rise from those humble beginnings to the pinnacle of global MMA has made him one of the sport’s most inspiring figures. Beyond competition, Ngannou is committed to using his platform to inspire others. His mission is to demonstrate that with perseverance, discipline, and self-belief, anyone can overcome adversity and achieve greatness. Through public speaking and community engagement, he shares his story as a testament to resilience and the power of never giving up on one’s dreams. Ngannou is also focused on expanding opportunities for fighters across Africa as he aims to help develop the next generation of African MMA talent by building pathways, resources, and global visibility for athletes from the region. In addition, Ngannou gives back through the Francis Ngannou Foundation, which provides educational resources, sports programs, and vocational training for underprivileged children in Cameroon. Through these efforts, Ngannou continues to empower young people in his homeland to pursue their potential and build brighter futures.

About Philipe Lins

Philipe “Monstro” Lins is a Brazilian mixed martial artist competing in the UFC’s light heavyweight division and training out of American Top Team in Coconut Creek, Florida. Known for his power, resilience, and well-rounded skill set, Lins has built a reputation as one of the division’s most dangerous finishers. Born in Brazil on August 17, 1985, Lins began training in Brazilian jiu-jitsu at the age of 17 before transitioning into professional MMA in 2005. Lins gained international recognition during his run in Bellator MMA, where he competed from 2014 to 2017 against some of the promotion’s top heavyweights. His career reached a major milestone in 2018, when he captured the Professional Fighters League Heavyweight Championship, winning four fights in six months and earning the $1 million grand prize in the league’s inaugural season. In 2020, Lins signed with the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). After initially competing at heavyweight, he moved down to the light heavyweight division, where his speed, power, and grappling have led to a resurgence in his career. Lins has earned notable victories over respected opponents including Ion Cutelaba, Ovince Saint Preux, and Marcin Prachnio, solidifying his position as a dangerous contender in the division. With a professional record of 18 wins and 5 losses, Lins is known for his finishing ability, combining knockout power with a strong submission game. Outside the cage, he is recognized for his discipline, strong work ethic, and deep faith, often crediting his beliefs and his team for keeping him focused throughout his career.

About Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) 

Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) was founded in August 2021 by Jake Paul and Nakisa Bidarian with a fighter first ethos. Since inception, MVP has produced 30 live boxing events and currently promotes nearly 60 fighters, 16 world champions, and 26 top contenders.

MVP has led boxing’s evolution in the streaming era through partnerships with the world’s leading platforms. In November 2024, MVP’s Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson and Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano 2 was the first-ever live professional sports event streamed on Netflix. Paul vs. Tyson shattered records, becoming the most-streamed sporting event of all time with 125 million live viewers worldwide. MVP went on to partner with Netflix twice in 2025 for MVP’s Taylor vs. Serrano 3 and Jake vs. Joshua: Judgment Day.

Today, MVP is the global home of women’s boxing. MVP’s Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano in 2022 was the first female fight to headline Madison Square Garden, while Taylor vs. Serrano 2 in 2024 saw 74 million viewers globally on Netflix and became the most-watched professional women’s sports event in US history with 47 million AMA in the US. Their 2025 trilogy on Netflix topped an all-women’s megacard that set the official GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for the most world championship belts ever contested on a single fight card, male or female, with 17 world titles, earning nearly 6 million viewers globally. 

About Netflix:

Netflix is one of the world’s leading entertainment services offering TV series, films, games and live programming across a wide variety of genres and languages. Members can play, pause and resume watching as much as they want, anytime, anywhere, and can change their plans at any time. 

About Intuit Dome

Intuit Dome, the home of the LA Clippers officially opened on August 15, 2024. In its first year, Intuit Dome has hosted over 100 live events and Clippers games and welcomed over one million fans. Located in Inglewood, Calif., Intuit Dome is built different and redefines fans’ expectations for live experiences. To sign up to receive all Intuit Dome press releases and updates, email intuitdomepr@intuitdome.com and follow @IntuitDomePR.

Las Vegas ­– UFC^® today announced that the classic 2020 fight between strawweights Zhang Weili and Joanna Jedrzejczyk will be inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame’s ‘Fight Wing’ as a part of the class of 2026. This fight will enter the Hall of Fame as the first women’s bout inducted in UFC history. The UFC Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will take place this summer.

“The fight between Joanna Jedrzejczyk and Zhang Weili at UFC 248 is one of the greatest fights I’ve ever seen,” said UFC President & CEO Dana White. “This fight was incredible. You had two talented savages that wanted the strawweight title more than anything and neither one of them backed down during this fight. I knew this was going to be a badass fight and it absolutely delivered. Congrats to Joanna and Weili on a fight that will always be remembered!”

As the co-main event of UFC^® 248: ADESANYA vs. ROMERO, which took place on March 7, 2020, at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, both athletes entered the Octagon on winning streaks with the strawweight title on the line. 

Zhang entered the Octagon as the strawweight champion on a 20-fight winning streak and an impressive 20-1 record (4-0, UFC), recently defeating former strawweight champion Jessica Andrade and becoming the first Chinese athlete to capture a UFC title. 

Jedrzejczyk entered the bout with a 16-3 record (10-3, UFC) and previous wins over former UFC strawweight champions Carla Esparza and Jessica Andrade. 

A thrilling and competitive fight from the outset where the three judges were unanimous in how they saw just one of the five rounds, Zhang (165) and Jedrzejczyk (186) combined to land 351 significant strikes during their 25-minute instant classic, the most in a women’s UFC contest and the third-most in UFC title fight history. This fight marked the fourth time Jedrzejczyk landed more than 180 significant strikes against her opponent, the second-most in UFC history behind Max Holloway, who has accomplished the feat six times. It also marked the eighth time the Polish standout landed more than 100 significant strikes in a fight, making her one of six fighters in UFC history to accomplish the feat.

After the exhilarating 25-minute battle that culminated in a standing ovation for the combatants and immediate recognition as one of the greatest fights to ever take place inside the Octagon, Zhang emerged victorious, retaining her strawweight title by split decision. 

The two would meet in a rematch during UFC^® 275: TEIXEIRA vs. PROCHAZKA, which took place on June 12, 2022, at Singapore Indoor Stadium in Kallang, Singapore, with Zhang securing the victory via KO by spinning backfist in the second round.

The fight won several awards, including Fight of the Year honors from Yahoo! Sports, MMA Junkie, MMA Fighting, The Athletic, BT Sport, CBS Sports, and the Fighters Only World MMA Awards.

To view this fight on UFC FIGHT PASS, please visit: https://ufcfightpass.com/video/130443

To see a complete list of UFC athletes and fights enshrined in the UFC Hall of Fame, as well as details regarding the UFC Hall of Fame format, please visit UFCHOFFAQ. For additional information, please visit UFC.com.

Tom Aspinall believes Eddie Hearn is the perfect man to take his career to the next level after being officially unveiled as the first signing for Matchroom Talent Agency.

The UFC Heavyweight Champion joined the Matchroom Sport Chairman at a packed, launch Press Conference at London’s Battersea Power Station on Friday.

News of their exciting link-up dominated sports media coverage following its announcement on Thursday – and Aspinall has no doubt that even bigger things will follow now he has signed terms with Hearn to lead him. 

“I needed a more powerful voice in my corner to grow commercially inside and outside the Octagon,” Aspinall said, speaking to media today.

“I am delighted to be working with Matchroom Talent Agency. I hope other MMA fighters look at this and see the money I’m going to make, to be a trailblazer for them.”

Matchroom Talent Agency is Matchroom Sport’s new brand of talent management, created by Chairman Eddie Hearn, to manage and service leading Sport & Entertainment talent with care and loyalty, nurturing athletes’ careers by managing their brand and building their reputations.

The new subsidiary sits alongside Matchroom Sport’s leading global entities in Matchroom Boxing, Professional Darts Corporation, World Snooker and Matchroom MultiSport.

With an unrivalled dominance over the past 40 years, Matchroom has been at the heart of some of the most poignant and iconic sporting moments in history, pioneered by an array of legendary heroes from generations past and present.

Hearn is happy to have yet another superstar athlete alongside him in Aspinall and is determined to help steer and accelerate the combat fighter’s future to even greater heights.

“Tom Aspinall needs to be recognised for the revenue he drives,” said Hearn.

“Tom is the elite of the elite. The baddest man on the planet in MMA. The Undisputed Heavyweight Champion – and we are thrilled to be in his corner as the first of many marquee signings for our new Matchroom Talent Agency.

“Since the news broke yesterday of the formation of Matchroom Talent Agency, we have been inundated with enquiries from many high-profile athletes in Sport & Entertainment, so watch this space on who we sign up next.” 

BRENTWOOD, ESSEX – THURSDAY, MARCH 5: Eddie Hearn’s Matchroom Sport is thrilled to announce today the launch of Matchroom Talent Agency – with its first signing, UFC Heavyweight Champion, Tom Aspinall.

Matchroom Talent Agency is Matchroom Sport’s new brand of talent management, created by Chairman Eddie Hearn to manage and service leading Sport & Entertainment talent with care and loyalty, nurturing athletes’ careers by managing their brand and building their reputations.

The new subsidiary sits alongside Matchroom Sport’s leading global entities in Matchroom Boxing, Professional Darts Corporation, World Snooker and Matchroom MultiSport.

With an unrivalled dominance over the past 40 years, Matchroom has been at the heart of some of the most poignant and iconic sporting moments in history, pioneered by an array of legendary superstars from generations past and present.

And a new journey begins today across Sport & Entertainment, as Matchroom Talent Agency embarks on a bright future ahead by joining forces with one of the biggest stars in the world as mega star – and reigning UFC Heavyweight king – Tom Aspinall is confirmed as the first member to join its world class talent roster.

Ranked in the top 10 as one of the best pound-for-pound MMA fighters on the planet, Aspinall, 32, became the first ever Briton to be crowned the UFC Heavyweight Champion back in 2025. 

Aspinall will continue working closely with his existing Media and Management team as Matchroom Talent Agency supports him with further key services ranging from Commercial, through to Publishing, Digital, Broadcast and Legal – and Eddie Hearn is excited to officially kickstart this new Matchroom Sport venture alongside the Salford-born combat fighter.

“I started my professional career in Athlete management and over the past 30 years, I have built a wealth of experience in building global superstars,”said Matchroom Sport Chairman, Eddie Hearn.

“We believe in partnership and transparency with our clients but, most importantly, always delivering exceptional and innovative work. Grounded in honesty and fierce commitment, Matchroom Talent Agency is about transforming careers through relentless ambition and telling it straight. 

“We believe in creating opportunities where others see obstacles in turning potential into greatness. So, the message is loud and clear to all: Join us on this journey. We are officially open for business.”

Tom Aspinall said: “I’m really excited to welcome Eddie [Hearn] and the Matchroom Sport group in a commercial and advisory role, and to become the first athlete to join the new Matchroom Talent Agency. 

“I’m really looking forward to working together and exploring some exciting opportunities as I continue my journey back into the cage.”

Palm Desert, CA (March 5, 2025) – Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC), The World’s Fastest Growing Combat Sports Promotion, makes their highly anticipated return to the

Acrisure Arena in Palm Desert, CA on Friday, May 22.

Tickets for BKFC Fight Night Palm Desert will go On-Sale This Monday, March 9 at 10:00 a.m. PDT and can be purchased at BKFC.com and the Ticketmaster Box Office at Acrisure Arena. The Acrisure Arena is located at 75702 Varner Rd., Palm Desert, CA 92211. Purchase parking in advance HERE. More venue information can be found at www.AcrisureArena.com.

“BKFC is excited to announce our sixth event in Southern California and our second at the beautiful Acrisure Arena on May 22.” said David Feldman, Founder and President of BKFC. “Our first event in Palm Desert, CA on November 15th was a tremendous success and we’re putting together another outstanding card featuring some of the best bare-knuckle fighters in the world along with the top talent in Southern California.”

“Tickets go on-sale this Monday, March 9 and we’ll be announcing the fights shortly. As tickets sold quickly for our last event, I strongly encourage fans to purchase well in advance.”

Additionally, Acrisure Arena invites fans to enhance their BKFC experience by upgrading to the Compound, an exclusive outdoor VIP premium space just steps from the stage. The Compound offers a hosted full-service bar (spirits for purchase), a generous buffet, and unique amenities such as cozy fire pits, mini golf, bocce ball, and more. Learn more HERE!

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On November 15, 2025 at the Acrisure Arena, Lorenzo “The Juggernaut” Hunt reclaimed his BKFC Light-Heavyweight World Title with a stunning, come-from-behind victory over Josh “D-Day” Dyer in the main event of BKFC-84.

Hunt, who is widely regarded as one of the greatest bare-knuckle fighters of all time, picked himself up off the canvas twice and rallied for the jaw-dropping knockout with just one second remaining in the opening round of his highly anticipated rematch with Dyer.

Click Here for Remarkable First Round Stoppage by Lorenzo Hunt / BKFC

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