Alex Apodaca who was a +1200 underdog won a three round unanimous decision over heralded Bella Mir in a bantamweight bout that headlined Dan White’s Contender Series at the Meta Apex in Los Angels.

Apodaca, 135.5 lbs of Denver via Austin won by scores of 29-28 on all cards and is now 4-1. Mir, 136 lbs of Las Vegas was a -6000 favorite is now 4-1.

Guilherme Uriel choked out Mario Piazzone in the opening round of their heavyweight bout.

Uriel got Piazoone in a front choke that forced a tap out at 50 seconds.

Uriel, 241.5 lbs of Sao Paulo, BRA is now 8-2 with four knockouts and four submissions all in the opening round. Piazzone, 238.5 lbs of Salvador, BRA is 12-2.

Sean Clancy Jr. remained undefeated with a second round stoppage over Gary Balletto Jr. in a welterweight bout.

Clancy took Balletto down and got down and then got on top him. Clancy landed 19 shots on the ground and the fight was stopped at 3:54.

Clancy 170 lbs of Paitley, SCO is 9-0. Balletto, 169 lbs of Providence, RI is 11.4

Ronald Humphrey remained perfect by stopping Alexis Miranda in the opening round of their lightweight bout.

Humphrey bloodies Miranda badly over his left eye with a left eye. Humphrey ended the fight with a choke at 4:03.

Humphrey is now 5-0 with five first round stoppages (first submission. Miranda of Tijuana, MEX is 9-3.

Nixk Galanti needed just 35 seconds to take out Carlos Petrozella in a middleweight bout.

Galanti landed a vicious right on the jaw that put Petrozella down and was followed up by five Ground-and-Pound punches and the fight was stopped.

Galanti of New Jersey is 8-1 with two knockouts. Petrozella, 185.5 lbs of Argentina is 1502.

Uncasville, CT (Aug. 21, 2026) Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC), The World’s Fastest Growing Combat Sports Promotion, returned to the iconic Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, CT for the seventh time on Friday with another sold-out night of bare knuckle fighting action at the legendary venue.

Undefeated Broward County, FL sensation Bryce “Baba Yaga” Henry cruised to 8-0 with a second-round knockout over Carlos Trinidad-Snake in Friday’s BKFC Fight Night Mohegan Sun main event. The remarkable stoppage came with just three seconds left in the second round and followed by a pair of knockdowns by the heavy hands of Henry. Henry and Trinidad-Snake entered fight night as the #1 and #2 ranked contenders in the BKFC welterweight division, respectively.

Henry took aim at four of BKFC’s biggest stars in his post-fight interview: “There are two guys I really wanna fight; Dustin Pague and Rico Franco. If I can’t get them, I’ve gotta fight again before the end of the year. At Hard Rock, I want the one and only David Mundell — easy money … If I can’t get them, I want Lorenzo Hunt, ‘The Juggernaut.’”

Columbus, GA light-heavyweight contender Joseph “The Dark Knight” Creer upped his record to 7-3 with his fourth straight victory in Friday’s Co-Main Event — a unanimous decision over Cody “The KnuckleManiac” Vidal, who entered fight night as the #3 contender in the division. Two judges scored the fight 50-45 and one had it 49-46, all in favor of Creer. Vidal, who hails from Huntington Beach, CA, is now 4-2-1.

Friday’s event streamed LIVE worldwide on The BKFC App.

In Friday’s Featured Fight, Myrtle Beach, SC featherweight Joey “The Raging Warrior” Gambino smashed his way to 2-0 with a second-round technical knockout at the expense of former BKFC Featherweight World title challenger Tommy “The Farmer” Strydom. Gambino floored Strydom three times before the fight was called 23 seconds into the second stanza. Strydom, who represents Johannesburg, South Africa, is now 4-3 in the Squared Circle. 

Worcester, MA bantamweight contender “Slick” Sito Navarro racked up his fourth straight win and climbed to 5-1 with a come-from-behind victory over Robert “Ohteht” Fichtner. Navarro picked himself up off the canvas and dropped Fichtner before the fight was stopped 31 seconds into the second round. The Liberal, KS fighter Fichtner is now 0-2.

Former UFC star Kris “Soulless” Moutinho turned heads in his highly anticipated BKFC premiere by stopping Michael “Hurricane” Hernandez 52 seconds into the third round of their featherweight matchup. Moutinho logged a pair of knockdowns in his debut. Hernandez, a product of Clinton Township, MI, is now 1-1 under the BKFC banner.

St. Johnsbury, VT light-heavyweight “Crafty” Chris Perreault only needed 37 seconds to steamroll Joe Powers for the technical knockout victory in his BKFC debut. Perreault recorded a pair of knockdowns in the contest. Powers, who hails from Baltic, CT, was also stepping into the Squared Circle for the first time.

Parkersburg, WV’s Matt Denning was impressive in his BKFC debut, picking himself up off the canvas three times and recording four knockdowns of his own over Brandon “The Dream Killer” Bushaw in lightweight action. The technical knockout stoppage came at 1:34 of the fourth round. Bushaw, who represents Myrtle Beach, SC, is now 2-2, 1 NC under the BKFC banner.

20-year-old Graniteville, VT product Sophia Hayes earned her first BKFC victory with a technical knockout at the expense of Alexandra “The Great” Ballou in the women’s bantamweight division. The ringside doctor called a stop to the fight at 1:05 of the second round. Hayes is now 1-1, while the Milford, CT fighter Ballou is now 0-1-1.

Troy, NY bantamweight Dominick “Dom The Bomb” Carey needed just 21 seconds to knockout Jared “Lenny” Lennon in the opening action of the night. Carey is now 2-1, with both of his wins coming in the opening round. Lennon, who hails from Lowell, MA, is now 1-2-1 under the BKFC banner.

BKFC Fight Night Mohegan Sun 

(1) Bryce Henry def. (2) Carlos Trinidad-Snake via KO in Round 2 (1:57)

Joseph Creer def. Cody Vidal via Unanimous Decision (50-45×2, 49-46)

Joey Gambino def. Tommy Strydom via TKO in Round 2 (0:23)

Sito Navarro def. Robert Fichtner via TKO in Round 2 (0:31)

Kris Moutinho def. Michael Hernandez via TKO in Round 3 (0:52) 

Chris Perreault def. Joe Powers via TKO in Round 1 (0:37)

Matt Denning def. Brandon Bushaw via TKO in Round 4 (1:34)

Sophia Hayes def. Alexandra Ballou via TKO in Round 2 (1:05)

Dominick Carey def. Jared Lennon via KO in Round 1 (0:21)

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Weigh-In Results

Bryce Henry, 165lbs. vs. Carlos Trinidad-Snake, 165lbs.

Cody Vidal, 185 vs. Joseph Creer, 186

Joey Gambino, 145 vs. Tommy Strydom, 146

Sito Navarro, 135 vs. Robert Fichtner, 135

Kris Moutinho, 144.2 vs. Mike Hernandez, 146

Chris Perreault, 185 vs. Joe Powers, 185

Brandon Bushaw, 153 vs. Matt Denning, 154.5

Nathan Ghareeb, 164 vs. Nash Diederichs, 159

Alexander Ballou, 134.2 vs. Sophia Hayes, 134.5

Jared Lennon, 135 vs. Dominick Carey, 134.7

BKFC Fight Night Mohegan Additional Viewing — Stream Fubo Sports Network for free on Amazon Prime Video, Hulu + Live TV, LG Channels, Samsung TV Plus, Sling Freestream, The Roku Channel, VIZIO WatchFree+, Tubi, Plex, Xumo Play, Google TV Freeplay and more. Fubo Sports Network is also available as part of Fubo’s subscription packages that aggregate more than 350 live sports, news and entertainment networks.

Venue

Mohegan Sun Arena

Uncasville, CT

Social Media

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Glasgow, Scotland (August 19, 2026) Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship, (BKFC), The World’s Fastest Growing Combat Sports Promotion has announced their first highly anticipated event in Glasgow, Scotland on Saturday, November 7 at the OVO Hydro. 

Fighting in the main event at BKFC Fight Night Glasgow, Conor ‘Da Crook’ Cooke, (6-1), of Antrim, Ireland defends his BKFC UK Light Heavyweight Title against The Fighting Pride of Scotland, Sean ‘The Butcher’ Weir, (3-0). 

Tickets for BKFC Fight Night Glasgow are Now On-Sale and can be purchased online at BKFC.com. The OVO Hydro is located at Exhibition Way, Glasgow, G3 8YW. 

“We’re beyond thrilled to promote our first event in Glasgow, Scotland at the OVO Hydro on November 6,” said David Feldman, Founder and President of BKFC. “Cooke versus Weir is a true high-stakes title battle between two arch-rivals.”

“This will be our 16th country to promote in and truly speaks to BKFC’s extraordinary global expansion. I’ve heard a great deal about the incredible fight crowd in Scotland and we’re also putting together a phenomenal undercard for this can’t miss event. Tickets just went on-sale and they’re moving very fast.”

Said Conor Cooke, “I’m real excited for my upcoming fight with Sean Weir. Once again, I have accepted to travel to my opponent’s backyard, even as the champion, but I know the Hydro will be electric. I’m looking forward to putting on a great performance on such a tremendous show. This fight is one not to be missed. Two men at the top of the game, both willing to leave everything in the ring. This will NOT go the distance!”

“BKFC is where greatness happens!!”

Stated Sean Weir, “Glasgow is going to be a special night. This is more than just another fight for me. I’ve put everything into getting to this position. I respect what Conor Cooke has achieved and I know the level of fighter I’m stepping in with, but I’ve asked for the best because I want to prove I belong at the top. On fight night, in front of a Scottish crowd, I’m coming to leave absolutely everything in there. Expect a war.”

Conor Cooke commenced his title reign with a dominant decision victory over Matt Hodgson at BKFC-68 on November 2, 2024, in Newcastle. In 2005, the hard-hitting fan favorite defended his title twice with knockout victories: Stevie Taylor (KO-1 on March 29, 2025) and Anthony Holmes (KO-3 on December 13, 2025. 

Thrilling BKFC fans over the last year, Sean Weir knocked out Joe Lister in the second round on September 27, 2025, in Manchester. Following up on March 14, 2026, the Glasgow King stopped Matt Hodgson in the opening stanza in Newcastle. 

More exciting bare-knuckle fights for this sensational event will be announced shortly. 

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Kaiki Britol scored a sensation third round stoppage over Namil Fazil in their welterweight bout to headline Dana White’s Contender Series Season 10 Episode 2 at The Meta Apex in :Las Vegas.

Brito uncorked a vicious overhand right that knocked Fazil out on his back at 12 seconds.

Brito is now 20-6 with 17 knockouts. Fazil is 10-2.

Trent Miller choked out Douglas Henrique Fernandes in round two of their middleweight bout.

In round two, Miller choked out Fernandes at 1:14.

Miller, 185.5 lbs of Las Vegas is 10-3. Fernandes, 185.5 lbs of Brazil is 7-2.

Cristian Perez stopped Logan Paxton in the second round of their lightweight bout.

Perez dropped Paxton with a left hook and then landed three ground shots and the fight was stopped at 1:06.

Perez, 155 lbs of Ensanada, MEX is 15-2. Paxton, 155 lbs is 10-2.

Alik Lorenz stropped Mahamed Aly in the opening round of their light heavyweight bout.

Lorenz dropped Aly with a right hand and then landed Ground and Pound shots for the finish at 2:23.

Lorenz, 205 lbs of Arizona is 8-2 with seven knockouts. Aly, 205.5 lbs of Brazil is 5-2.

Roman Gabriel Puta won a three round unanimous decision over Tanner Tremblay in a featherweight bout.

In round one, Tremblay was bleeding from the nose.

Puta, 144.6 lbs won by scores of 29-28 on all cards and is now 6-1. Tremblay, 145 lbs of Minnesota is 7-1.

NOTES…

Islam Makhachev retained the UFC Welterweight title with a unanimous decision over top-ranked Ian Machado Garry at the Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia.

Makhachev, 170 lbs of Russia made the second defense of his titles by scores of 49-46 twice and 48-47 and is now 29-1. Garry of Dublin, IRE is 17-2.

• Islam Makhachev passes Anderson Silva for the longest win streak in UFC history with 17 consecutive wins.
• Makhachev is now the 5th UFC fighter to successfully defend two championship belts.

Dern Decisions Robertson; Defends Strawweight Title

Mackenzie Dern defends the UFC Strawweight title with an unanimous decision over Gillian Robertson.

Dern, 115 llbs won by scores of 49-46 twice and 48-47 and is now 17-5. Robertson, 115 lbs of Canada is 17-9.

Mackenzie Dern earns her 12th UFC strawweight win, 2nd most in UFC history (Hill, 13).

Jalin Turner Annihilates Fernandes in under a minute

Jalin Turner took out Kaue Fernandes in just 39 seconds in a lightweight fight.

Turner got Fernandes down and choked him out.

Turner is now 16-9. Fernandez is 11-3.

MOST UFC KNOCKOUTS – Active Lightweights

11 – Drew Dober

07 – Justin Gaethje

07 – Edson Barboza

06 – Jalin Turner

06 – Jim Miller

Stoltzfus Chokes Out Abdul-Malik in 2

Dustin Stoltzfus chokes out Mansur Abdul-Malik in a middleweight fight.

Stoltzfs landed some hard right hands and eventually got Abdul-Malik on the ground. Stoltzfus landed some ground and pound shots that eventually lead to a choke for which Abdul-Malik tapped

Stoltzfus is now 17-8. Abdul-Malik is 9-2-1.

Ribovics Stops, Retires Barboza in 2

Esteban Ribovics stopped Edson Barboza in round two of their lightweight bout.

Ribovics dominated from the opening bell. Barboza was bleeding from his shin after round one. In round two, Ribovics hurt Barboza with a hard right that drove him into the cage and the fight was stopped after big flurry.

Ribovics is 16-3. Barboza retires with a record of 24-15.

Chidii Njokuani won a unanimous decision over Joel Alvarez in a welterweight bout.

Njokuari, 171 .5 lbs is now is 16-12. Alvarez 23-5.

Charles Johnson submitted Eduado Chapolin in the third round catchweight bout.

In round two, Chapolin was deducted a point for kneeing while Johnson was down.

In round three, Johnson was able to get Chapolin down and stretch his body to make him tao.

Johnson is now 11-9. Chapolin is 15-3.

Charles Johnson earns the 5th twister submission in UFC history and the 2nd “Scottish” twister after Murtazali Magomedov’s from June.

Donte Johnson stopped over Eric Mcconico in the opening round of their middleweight bout.

Johnson dropped Mcconico with a left and he was out at 1:36.

Johnson is now 9-0 with seven knockouts. McConico is 11-5-1.

Tresean Gore won a unanimous decision over Vicente Luque in a middleweight contest.

Gore186 lbs of South Carolina won by scores of 30-27 twice and 29-28 and is now 8-4. Luque, 186 lbs of Brasila, BRA is 24-13-1.

Lucas Fernando stopped Rafael Tobias in the opening round of their light heavyweight fight.

The time was 1:20 for Fernando, 205 lbs of Brazil and is now 13-3 with seven knockouts. Tobias, 204 lbs is 14-3.

Neil Magny stopped Ramiz Brahimaj in round two of their welterweight bout.

Magny was able to drop Barhimaj in the second round and was able to land 10 straight unanswered blows and the fight was stopped at 3:20.

Magny is 32-14 with 10 knockouts. Brahimaj is now 13-7.

• Neil Magny earns his 25th UFC win, 2nd most in UFC history (J. Miller, 28).
• MOST WELTERWEIGHT FINISHES – UFC History15 – Matt Brown14 – Vicente Luque12 – Matt Hughes11 – Neil Magny

Jeremiah Wells scored an improbable choke win over Myktybek Oralbai in round three of their welterweight bout.

In round two, oralbai was bleeding from his nose. In round three, Oralbai dominated the fight until Wells landed a right that set up a Guillotine and Oralbai tapped at 1:24.

Wells, 171 lbs of Philadelphia is 14-4-1. Oralbai, 170.5 lbs of Sacramento via Kirgizstanis 16-3-1.

NOTES…..Attendance was 19, 238… 6.7 Million Gate. Bonus…Wells, Charles Johnsons, Turner and Stoltzfus

Islam Makhachev 170 – Ian Machado Garry 170
(UFC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP)

Mackenzie Dern 115 – Gillian Robertson 115
(UFC STRAWWEIGHT TITLE)

Jalin Turner 156 – Kaue Fernandez 156
Mansur Abdul-Malik 186 – Dustin Stoltzfus 185
Edson Barbosa 156 – Esteban Ribovics 156

PRELIMS
Chidi Njokuani 171 – Joel Alvarez 171
Charles Johnson 129.5 – Eduardo Chapolin 129.5
Donte Johnson 184.5 – Etic McCoinnco 186
Vicente Luque 186 – Tresean Gore 186

EARLY PRELIMS
Rafael Tobias 04 – Lucas Fernando 205
Neil Magny 171 – Ramiz Brahimaj 170
Jeremiah Wells 171 – Maktybek Orobal 170.5

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – August 12, 2026 – BKB Bare Knuckle Boxing, the world’s largest professional bare knuckle organization, today announced the signing of undefeated boxer Sharif Rahman to a multi-fight agreement.

Rahman’s move to BKB whilst still in his prime is driven by his desire to test his skill and lineage in the purest, most unforgiving version of boxing, ready to add a new chapter to the Rahman family name inside the trigon.

This high-profile signing reinforces BKB’s position as the ultimate destination for elite gloved boxers seeking the rawest form of combat, following recent additions including Victor Ortiz, JoJo Diaz, Alfredo Angulo, Lee Selby, and Josh Warrington.

The son of two-time world heavyweight champion Hasim Rahman, who famously stopped Lennox Lewis to win the title in 2001, and brother of fellow professional boxer Hasim Rahman Jr., Rahman brings a proven boxing pedigree, a perfect record, and a storied family name to the BKB ranks.

Sharif Rahman said: “I’ve carried this family name my whole career and I’ve never lost. Bare knuckle is a new test, no gloves, no excuses, just pure skill and heart, and I’m bringing my undefeated record to BKB to prove I belong among the best in the trigon.”

Known as “C3,” the 30-year-old Baltimore native and Las Vegas resident enters BKB with an undefeated professional record of 9-0 (4 KOs), built during his boxing career. Rahman rides an undefeated win streak and brings a disciplined, technical style that made him one of the most closely watched unbeaten prospects to come out of the Rahman boxing family. He follows in the footsteps of the Vargas Dynasty, Amado and Fernado Jr, sons of the legendary Fernando Vargas Snr who have stepped over from gloved boxing to bare knuckle.

Mike Vazquez, Founder of BKB Bare Knuckle, said: “Sharif Rahman comes from one of the great families in heavyweight boxing history and he’s built his own perfect record on discipline and skill. That’s exactly the kind of fighter who thrives in the trigon. We’re excited to welcome him and his undefeated record to BKB.”

David Tetreault, CEO of BKB Bare Knuckle, said: “Sharif has boxing in his blood and a 9-0 record to back it up. Signing a talented, unbeaten fighter with a name like Rahman is another massive statement for BKB. We can’t wait to see him test that perfect record inside our trigon.”

Rahman 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 coming as BKB maintains its meteoric rise.

From its origins in 2015 as BYB Extreme Fighting Series, BKB has transformed bare knuckle boxing into a regulated, globally broadcast powerhouse through strategic acquisitions 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 Rahman’s BKB debut will be announced soon. Fans can visit www.bkbbareknuckle.com and follow @bkbbareknuckle for the latest news and information.

Philadelphia, PA (August 11, 2026) Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC) announced today that the organization and fighter James Brown have mutually agreed to part ways.

BKFC appreciates James Brown’s contributions during his time with the organization and wishes him continued success in his career. After careful consideration, BKFC determined that moving in separate directions is the right decision for the organization and its continued growth. The decision reflects BKFC’s focus on building a roster centered around the sport’s most entertaining, marketable, and compelling fighters, while continuing to deliver the highest level of excitement to its fans.

BKFC remains focused on growing the sport, expanding its global audience, and establishing the world’s premier bare-knuckle fighting platform.

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Abe Alsgahir won a split decision over Fabricio Escarrega in a lightweight bout.

Alsaghir won two card 29-28 and a third card saw Esavarrega won al three rounds 30-27.

Alsaghir, 155.5 lbs is now 9-0. Escarrega is 6-2.

Bilal Hassan needed under a minute to stop Mribul Saikia in a flyweight bout.

Hassan landed a right hand that Saikia on the deck. Hassan landed some hard ground and pound and the fight was stopped at 45 seconds.

Hassan is now 9-0 with seven knockouts. Saikia is 9-2.

Tom Pagliarulo stopped Anannis Malumba in round three in a lightweight bout.

Pagliarulo pounded Malumba on the ground and pounded him on his back and then on his stomach and the bout was stopped at 4:24.

Pagliarulo is now 11-2. Malumba is 8-4.

Joe Kropschot won a three round unanimous decision over Jon Kunneman in a middleweight bout.

In round one, Kunneman was bleeding from his nose.

Kropscott won by scores of 30-27 twice and 29-28 and is now 9-3. Kunneman is 10-1.

Bryant Acheson, 204.6lbs. vs. Mike Jones, 205.2lbs.

Bear Hill, 265 vs. Brady Meister, 233

Alonzo Martinez, 175.8 vs. Zeb Vincent, 174.8

Shyanna Bintliff, 141.2 vs. Crystal Pittman, 139.2

Bryon McDowell, 174 vs Lucas Wright, 174.6

Clay Collard, 163 vs. Daniel Keepers, 165.6

Prelims

Traevon Kroger, 144.8 vs. KB Debeau-Staby, 146

Justin Walters, 174.8 vs. Art Driscoll, 175

Jason Simon, 170.8 vs. Jason Sanderson, 172.4

Venue

Sturgis Buffalo Chip

Sturgis, South Dakota

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Edmonton – The Octagon^® returns to Edmonton with a thrilling welterweight main event that will see No. 10 ranked contender Joaquin Buckley face No. 13 ranked Canadian Mike Malott. Also, No. 4 ranked flyweight contender Erin Blanchfield battles No. 7 Jasmine Jasudavicius.

UFC FIGHT NIGHT^®: BUCKLEY vs. MALOTT takes place Saturday, October 17 at Rogers Place. The main card will air live at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT, preceded by the prelims at 6 p.m. ET / 3 p.m. PT, on Sportsnet and TVA Sports. The early prelims will stream on UFC FIGHT PASS at 5 p.m. ET / 2 p.m. PT.

UFC FIGHT NIGHT^®: BUCKLEY vs. MALOTT tickets will go on sale Friday, August 14 at 10 a.m. MT and are available for purchase at Ticketmaster.ca. Ticket sales are limited to eight (8) per person. UFC Fight Club^® members will have the opportunity to purchase tickets Wednesday, August 12 at 10 a.m. MT via the website UFCFightClub.com. A special Internet ticket pre-sale will be available to UFC newsletter subscribers Thursday, August 13 starting at 10 a.m. MT. To access this presale, users must register for the UFC newsletter through UFC.com.

Buckley (21-8, fighting out of St. Louis, Mo., USA) looks to turn heads with another highlight-reel finish. A dangerous KO artist, he has earned spectacular wins against Colby Covington, Stephen Thompson and Vicente Luque. Buckley looks to halt Malott’s momentum behind enemy lines to set himself up for a shot at the division’s Top 5.

Malott (14-2-1, fighting out of Fonthill, Ont., Canada) plans to enter the welterweight Top 10 with a dominant performance in his second UFC main event. A Dana White’s Contender Series signee, the Canadian standout has earned memorable victories over Gilbert Burns, Kevin Holland and Charles Radtke. Malott now intends to deliver another show-stealing finish on home soil.

Blanchfield (14-2, fighting out of Elmwood Park, N.J., USA) aims to extend her win streak to three with a vintage performance. A black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, she has delivered notable submission wins against Tracy Cortez, Jessica Andrade and Molly McCann. Blanchfield plans to defend her spot in the rankings by stopping Jasudavicius in emphatic fashion.

Jasudavicius (15-4, fighting out of Niagara, Ont.) looks to build off the momentum of her April victory over Karine Silva. A relentless competitor, she has also earned memorable finishes against Jessica Andrade, Ariane da Silva and Priscila Cachoeira. Jasudavicius looks to take out Blanchfield to crack the division’s Top 5.

Additional bouts on the card include:

• Mandel Nallo (14-4, 1 NC, fighting out of Montreal, Que.) collides with Nate Landwehr (18-8, fighting out of Clarksville, Tenn., USA) in an exciting lightweight tilt
• An intriguing middleweight bout pits Marc-Andre Barriault (17-11, 1 NC, fighting out of Boca Raton, Fla., USA by way of Gatineau, Que.) against Kyle Daukaus (17-5, 1 NC, fighting out of Philadelphia, Penn., USA)
• Hometown heavyweight Tanner Boser (22-11-1, fighting out of Edmonton, Alta.) locks horns with Jhonata Diniz (9-2, fighting out of Curitiba, Brazil)
• Jamey-Lyn Horth (9-3, fighting out of Squamish, B.C.) takes on former UFC flyweight title challenger Katlyn Cerminara(18-6, fighting out of Amity Harbor, N.Y., USA by way of Quakertown, Pa., USA)
• No. 15 ranked bantamweight contender Melissa Croden (8-3, fighting out of Calgary, Alta.) meets Chelsea Chandler (7-4, fighting out of Stockton, Calif., USA)
• Dana White’s Contender Series contract winner Louis Jourdain (9-3, fighting out of Montreal, Que.) makes his UFC debut against Timmy Cuamba (10-4, fighting out of Las Vegas, Nev., USA) in a bantamweight tilt

For the latest information on additional bouts for this event, please visit UFC.com. All bouts are live and subject to change. Please click here to apply for the event.

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Rogers Place is one of the premier sports and entertainment venues in North America, located in the heart of Edmonton’s ICE District. With capacity up to 20,000 fans, Rogers Place is the venue of choice in Western Canada for live entertainment, including concerts, festivals, NHL and WHL hockey, and other major sporting events. Celebrity performances include Lady Gaga, Drake, Bruce Springsteen, Elton John, Bruno Mars, Cold Play and nine consecutive sold-out shows by Garth Brooks, just to name a few. The arena has won multiple awards for exemplary architecture and is fully integrated with Ford Hall, Fan Park and ICE District Plaza for multi-site festivals and other major events. 

Las Vegas – UFC^® returns to Meta APEX in Las Vegas with the 10^th season of Dana White’s Contender Series this upcoming Tuesday, August 11. For the first time in the show’s history, fans will have the opportunity to purchase tickets for $25 (plus applicable fees) to the all-action hit show in the newly renovated Meta APEX.

DANA WHITE’S CONTENDER SERIES^® SEASON 10 tickets are now available for purchase at AXS.com. Ticket sales are limited to eight (8) per person. The new season kicks off Tuesday, August 11 in Las Vegas, and will be available on Paramount+ in English and Spanish with each episode for the season beginning at 4 p.m. PT / 7 p.m. ET. 

Media members wishing to apply for DANA WHITE’S CONTENDER SERIES fight week credentials may sign up here.

Notable Dana White’s Contender Series alumni:

Carlos Ulberg – UFC light heavyweight champion

Sean O’Malley – Former UFC bantamweight champion

Jamahal Hill – Former UFC light heavyweight champion

Jack Della Maddalena – Former UFC welterweight champion

Payton Talbott – No. 11 UFC bantamweight

Carlos Prates – No. 2 UFC welterweight 

Maycee Barber – No. 6 UFC flyweight 

Tracy Cortez – No. 9 UFC flyweight

Current official bouts on the card for Season 10, Episode 1:

• Heavyweight main event sees Anthony Wint (6-0, fighting out of Deerfield Beach, Fla.) go toe-to-toe with Matt Adams (6-2, fighting out of New Lexington, Ohio)
• Lightweight fireworks set as Fabrizio Escarrega (9-1, fighting out of Ensenada, Baja California, Mexico) takes on Abe Alsaghir (8-0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Nev. by way of Lebabon)
• Bilal Hasan (8-0 1NC, fighting out of Everett, Wash. by way of Jakarta, Indonesia) locks horns with Mridul Saikia (9-1, fighting out of Guwahati, Assam, India) at flyweight
• Featherweight contest sees Thomas Pagliarulo (10-2, fighting out of Denver, Colo. by way of Haverhill, Mass.) collide with Ananias Mulumba (10-3, fighting out of Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of the Congo)
• Jon Kunneman (10-0, fighting out of Conifer, Colo.) battles Joe Kropschot (8-3, fighting out of The Bat Area, Calif.) in a stylistic thriller at middleweight

For the latest information on additional bouts for this event, please visit www.ufc.com. All bouts are live and subject to change. 

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About UFC^®

UFC^® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and 233 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 TV households across more than 170 countries. UFC’s active fighter 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 owned by global sports and entertainment company Endeavor and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC, Twitter, Snapchat, Instagram and TikTok: @UFC.

About Paramount+:

Paramount+ is the global flagship streaming home of premium original series and entertainment from some of the most enduring brands in television to subscribers around the world. Drawing on decades of beloved IP, Paramount+ also features a diverse offering of live sports, feature films, news and series from across the Paramount portfolio including CBS hits like Marshals and Tracker, all BET Original Series, the Avatar animated universe from Nickelodeon and more. It is a key pillar of the Direct-to-Consumer division at Paramount, a Skydance Corporation (Nasdaq: PSKY), whose portfolio spans Paramount Pictures, Pluto TV, and Skydance Animation, Games and Sports divisions. For more information, visit www.paramount.com.

Sturgis, South Dakota (August 8, 2026) For the third straight year, Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC), The World’s Fastest Growing Combat Sports Promotion, drew a massive crowd on Saturday at The 86th Annual Motorcycle Rally in Sturgis, South Dakota, featuring a sensational night of action highlighted by devastating knockouts.

Demonstrating heavyweight power in the BKFC Fight Night Sturgis main event, ‘Defiant’ Bryant Acheson, (6-0), of Billings, MT scored a blistering first round knockout of Salt Lake City, UT native Mike Jones, (3-2). Utilizing a perfectly timed right hand, Acheson drilled Jones hard to the canvas as the fight was stopped at 1:58 of the stanza. 

Said the victorious Acheson, “Nobody can take my power, give me my title shot!”

Co-headlining in the heavyweight division, Bear ‘The Last Barbarian’ Hill, (3-1), of Ardmore, AL dominated in his fight with Brady Meister, (2-3), of Great Falls, MT. With battering knockdowns occurring twice in the second and twice in the third round, Hill was awarded the victory over the game Meister at :52 of the third stanza. 

Alonzo ‘AAA’ Martinez, (5-1), of Omaha, NE stunningly knocked out Zeb ‘CWB’ Vincent, (3-5), of Kansas City, KS in the second round. Switching from southpaw to orthodox, Martinez sent Vincent to the canvas with a one punch, overhand right to end the fight at the :53 mark of the stanza.

Female bantamweight Shyanna ‘The Blue-Collar Brawler’ Bintliff, (2-1), of Rapid City, SD stopped Crystal ‘The Rugged Beauty’ Pittman, (3-4), of Sarasota, FL in the third round (1:12). Using a sharp shooting strategy and excellent bare-knuckle fighting technique throughout, Bintliff dropped Pittman three times in round two and twice in the third stanza to earn the hard-fought victory. 

Middleweight Lucas Wright, (1-0), of Haydenville, OH impressed in his BKFC debut, defeating Bryan ‘The Iceman’ McDowell, (1-2), of Coure D’Alene, ID in an all-action five round clash. 

The muscular Wright, displaying excellent forward action throughout the fight, dropped the tall and rangy McDowell in the first round. After a dynamic second round featuring excellent two-action, both fighters would hit the canvas in round three, Wright first and then McDowell. 

Wright would go down again in the fifth and final round, however the judge’s awarded him a unanimous decision by scores of 47-46 twice and 48-45. 

Welterweight newcomer ‘Cassius’ Clay Collard, (1-0) of Twin Falls, ID was victorious over Daniel Keepers, (0-2), of North Las Vegas, NV. Collard roughed up Keepers with hard body shots throughout prior to garnering a stoppage at 1:42 of round three. 

Sioux Falls, South Dakota featherweight Traevon ‘Kid Cobra’ Kroger, (3-0), badly hurt the game Edmonton, Alberta, Canada native, KB Dubeau-Staby, (0-1), in the first round capped by one battering knockdown. The fight was stopped by the physician at the end of the initial stanza. 

Middleweight Justin Walters, (1-2), of Pow County, KY looking very much improved, dropped Art Driscoll, (0-4), of Santiago D.R. four times, twice in each of the first two rounds, with the hard-hitting southpaw awarded the victory at 1:22 of round two.

Opening the show, welterweight Jason Simon, (1-0), of Sisseton, SD, quickly impressed, dropping BKFC debuting Jason Sanderson, (0-1), of Huntsville, MI with his first punch, a massive left from the southpaw. Sending Sanderson twice more to the canvas in the opening stanza, Simon would earn the stoppage at 1:18 of the first round. 

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Las Vegas –UFC®returns to Los Angeles with one of the most anticipated UFC flyweight championship bouts of all time, as current titleholder Joshua Vanaims to leave no doubt when he once again locks horns with former champion Alexandre Pantoja. In the co-main event, UFC lightweight title implications are on the line as No. 2 ranked contender Arman Tsarukyan takes on No. 10 ranked Mauricio Ruffy.  

CRYPTO.COM UFC® 331: VAN vs. PANTOJA 2 PRESENTED BY TOTAL WIRELESS takes place Saturday, September 19 at Crypto.com Arena with the main card starting at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT on Paramount+. The prelims will begin at 7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. PT. The early prelims will kick off at 5 p.m. ET / 2 p.m. PT on Paramount+ and UFC Fight Pass.

CRYPTO.COM UFC® 331: VAN vs. PANTOJA 2 PRESENTED BY TOTAL WIRELESS tickets are available now at AXS.com. Ticket sales are limited to eight (8) per person.

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.

UFC flyweight king Van (17-2, fighting out of Houston, Texas) plans to cement himself as the best 125-pounder on the planet with another highlight-reel performance. One of the fastest rising stars on the UFC roster, Van has captured the hearts of fans with bonus-earning victories over Tatsuro Taira and Brandon Royval. He now looks to prove his first win over Pantoja was no fluke and continue his impressive reign.

Pantoja (30-6, fighting out of Arraial Do Cabo, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) steps back into the Octagon with his sights set on reclaiming the crown he believes he never truly lost. The owner of the UFC flyweight records for most wins (14), finishes (8) and submissions (6), Pantoja forged his legacy with dominant victories over Kai Kara-France, Kai Asakura and Brandon Royval. He is now determined to show that he is the best to ever do it by defeating Van in convincing fashion.

Tsarukyan (23-3, fighting out of Yerevan, Armenia) returns to action gunning to secure a shot at the lightweight title. A well-rounded competitor riding an impressive five-fight win streak, he holds notable stoppage victories over Dan Hooker, Beneil Dariush and Joel Alvarez. Tsarukyan plans to steal the show by taking out Ruffy and certifying his position at the top of the 155-pound ranks.

Exciting striker Ruffy (14-2, fighting out of Sao Paulo, Brazil) makes a quick return with the intent to deliver another jaw-dropping moment. With 13 of his 14 wins coming by way of knockout, Ruffy has established himself as a can’t-miss competitor by taking out Michael Chander, Rafael Fiziev and King Green. He now aims to secure the biggest victory of his career and vault into the lightweight championship conversation.

Additional bouts on the card include:

• No. 15 ranked featherweight contender Patricio Pitbull (37-9, fighting out of Natal, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil) battles Dooho Choi (17-4-1, fighting out of Daegu, South Korea)
• No. 10 ranked lightweight Renato Moicano (21-7-1, fighting out of Brasília, Brazil) rematches Brian Ortega (16-5 1NC, fighting out of Los Angeles, Calif.)
• No. 14 ranked light heavyweight contender Alonzo Menifield (18-6-1, fighting out of Dallas, Texas) squares off with undefeated Iwo Baraniewski (9-0, fighting out of Warsaw, Poland)
• Gable Steveson (4-0, fighting out of Albuquerque, N.M.) aims to continue his momentum when he faces Sean Sharaf (4-2, fighting out of Santa Ana, Calif.) at heavyweight
• No. 10 ranked bantamweight contender Marlon Vera (23-12-1, fighting out of Chone, Manabi, Ecuador) meets Charles Jourdain (18-8-1, fighting out of Beloeil, Quebec, Canada) in a bout guaranteed to deliver fireworks
• Tai Tuivasa (15-10, fighting out of Western Sydney, NSW, Australia) looks to spoil the UFC return of Robelis Despaigne (6-2, fighting out of Orlando, Fla. by way of Santiago de Cuba, Cuba)
• An intriguing middleweight contest pits Edmen Shahbazyan (16-6, fighting out of Las Vegas, Nev.) against Brunno Ferreira (15-4, fighting out of Curitiba, Parana, Brazil)
• Giga Chikadze (15-6, fighting out of Tbilisi, Georgia) returns to the Octagon to face Joanderson Brito (19-5-1, fighting out of Sao Paulo, Brazil) in an all-action featherweight bout
• No. 12 ranked flyweight contender Casey O’Neill (11-2, fighting out of Gold Coast, Australia) takes on No. 13 Eduarda Moura (12-2, fighting out of Feira de Santana, Bahia, Brazil)
• Dana White’s Contender SeriessigneeRyan Gandra (10-1, fighting out of Betim, Brazil) takes on Ozzy Diaz (10-4, fighting out of Los Angeles, Calif.) at middleweight
• Michael Aswell Jr. (11-5, fighting out of Houston, Texas) and Joosang Yoo (9-1, fighting out of Seoul, South Korea) face off at featherweight

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 (MMA) organization, with more than 700 million fans and approximately 363 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 an estimated 1 billion broadcast and digital households across 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.

About Paramount+:

Paramount+ is the global flagship streaming home of premium original series and entertainment from some of the most enduring brands in television to subscribers around the world. Drawing on decades of beloved IP, Paramount+ also features a diverse offering of live sports, feature films, news and series from across the Paramount portfolio including CBS hits like Marshals and Tracker, all BET Original Series, the Avatar animated universe from Nickelodeon and more. It is a key pillar of the Direct-to-Consumer division at Paramount, a Skydance Corporation (Nasdaq: PSKY), whose portfolio spans Paramount Pictures, Pluto TV, and Skydance Animation, Games and Sports divisions. For more information, visit www.paramount.com.

About Crypto.com Arena

Crypto.com Arena has an unrivaled reputation for excellence, having established itself as one of the busiest and most successful arenas in the world. Since opening on October 17, 1999, the AEG-owned and operated venue has welcomed millions of guests to attend prestigious concerts, sporting events, award shows, family shows and other major attractions. As the home of three professional sports franchises – the NBA’s Los Angeles Lakers, the NHL’s LA Kings and the WNBA’s Los Angeles Sparks – Crypto.com Arena has proven to be a home court advantage for the local teams. Crypto.com Arena remains a premier destination for high-profile events of national and international distinction including NBA and NHL All-Star Games, the annual GRAMMY Awards and major conventions.

Sturgis, South Dakota (August 5, 2026) Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC), The World’s Fastest Growing Combat Sports Promotion, has announced the full, action-packed card for their highly anticipated return this Saturday night, August 8 at The 86th Annual Motorcycle Rally in Sturgis, South Dakota. 

BKFC Fight Night Sturgis will be held at Sturgis Buffalo Chip just prior to a concert by heavy metal superstars, Megadeth.

“This is our third straight year of promotion at Sturgis where two of our biggest crowds, over 25,000 each year, have been in attendance,” said David Feldman, Founder and President of BKFC. “The Motorcycle Rally is a remarkable yearly event which we are honored to be part of.” 

“Bryant Acheson and Mike Jones are two of the toughest fighters in BKFC and this fight will be explosive right from the start with high stakes on the line in our stacked cruiserweight division.”

“Additionally, we’ve got a stellar undercard promising action from start to finish for the huge Sturgis crowd and those watching live globally on The BKFC App.” 

BKFC Fight Night Sturgis will be broadcast internationally as part of the BKFC+ Subscription for $7.99 per month on the BKFCApp – The Best Value in Combat Sports starting at 9:00 p.m. ET / 6:00 p.m. PT. Remaining tickets for the live event starting at 7:00 p.m. local time can be purchased online at BKFC.com. The Sturgis Buffalo Chip is located at 20622 Fort Meade Way, Sturgis, SD 57785. 

The Ceremonial Weigh-In from the main stage at the Sturgis Buffalo Chip will be streamed on The BKFC App on Friday night at 9:00 p.m. ET / 6:00 p.m. PT.  

Headlining BKFC Fight Night Sturgis, #1 Ranked Cruiserweight ‘Defiant’ Bryant Acheson, (5-0), of Billings, MT returns to Sturgis and battles Fast-Rising Mike Jones, (3-1), of Price, UT in a highly anticipated cruiserweight fight. 

Among Bryant Acheson dominant victories under the BKFC banner include; Scott Roberts (KO-2), Joseph Creer (UD at BKFC-53 – Sturgis) and Josh Watson (KO-1 at BKFC Fight Night Montana). 

Mike Jones’ three exciting wins have come against Stephen Townsell (KO-1 at BKFC Fight Night Hollywood), Sean Hotusing (KO-2 at BKFC-74) and Diego Romo (UD at BKFC-65). 

Co-featured in the heavyweight division, Bear ‘The Last Barbarian’ Hill, (2-1), of Ardmore, AL returns to Sturgis clashing with Brady Meister, (2-2), of Great Falls, MT. 

Fighting in the feature bout, Middleweight Zeb ‘CWB’ Vincent, (3-4), of Missouri faces Alonzo ‘AAA’ Martinez, 

(5-2), of Omaha, NE. Female bantamweights will see action in an outstanding matchup between South Dakota’s Shyanna Bintliff, (1-1) and fan favorite Crystal Pittman, (3-4), of Tampa, FL. Middleweight Lucas Wright of Virginia makes his BKFC debut against Bryan ‘The Iceman’ McDowell, (1-1), of Maysville, KY. 

Welterweights’ face-off with BKFC newcomer ‘Cassius’ Clay Collard, of Las Vegas, NV battling Daniel Keepers, (0-1), of North Las Vegas, NV.  Rounding out the main card, South Dakota featherweight Traevon ‘Kid Cobra’ Kroger, (2-0), looks to stay undefeated against BKFC debuting KB Dubeau-Staby of Canada. 

Fighting on the prelims, battle tested veterans Art ‘The Berserker’ Driscoll, (0-3), of Brunswick, OH and Justin ‘The Demon of Muay Thai’ Walters, (0-2), of Winchester, KY square off each seeking their first victory. BKFC newcomers will battle in a welterweight fight between Jason Simon of Sisseton, SD and Mississippi native Jason Sanderson. 

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Facebook: @BareKnuckleFC

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Website: www.BKFC.com

MIAMI, FLORIDA – August 4, 2026 – BKB Bare Knuckle Boxing, the world’s largest professional bare knuckle boxing organization, today confirmed that Robert Duran Jr., son of four-division world champion Roberto Duran, will return to the Trigon in his hometown against Ryan “The Bull From Hull” Spivey at BKB 58 on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at the James L. Knight Center in Miami.

The son of Roberto Duran, widely considered one of the greatest fighters of all time, Duran Jr. has carved out his own path in the sport, turning pro at 29 after only a handful of years training seriously. Fighting out of Miami, the 37-year-old enters the bout with a 3-2 BKB record and a 12-4 professional boxing ledger, and he arrives on a high note, having stopped Austin Spivey by TKO at BKB 53: The Harder They Fall in April.

Ryan Spivey, a five-fight veteran of Bad to the Bone and the promotion’s former English Champion, brings a 4-2 bare knuckle record and an unbeaten 1-0 mark since joining BKB, most recently stopping Sam Clarke at BKB 54: Mayhem In Manchester in May. The Hull native has cited Roberto Duran among his own boxing idols growing up, adding another layer of intrigue to a bout that will see him share the Trigon with the legend’s son.

Robert Duran Jr. said: “This is my city, my home, and I’m bringing that energy into the Trigon. My father sealed his envelope a long time ago, this is about my own legacy now. Spivey’s tough, but I’ve got business to finish and I’m going to finish it in front of my people in Miami.”

David Tetreault, CEO of BKB Bare Knuckle, said: “Robert Duran Jr. carries one of the great names in boxing history and he’s proven time and again that he can back it up inside the Trigon. Putting him in Miami against a fighter like Ryan Spivey, who’s earned every bit of his growing reputation, is exactly the kind of matchup our fans expect from BKB. This is must-see action.”

The Duran Jr.-Spivey clash joins a stacked BKB 58 card that already features undefeated BKB Heavyweight World Champion Gustavo “The Cuban Assassin” Trujillo defending his title against Mark O’Neil, Olympic gold medalist Yuriorkis Gamboa making his BKB debut against Yesner “Cuajadita” Talavera, and former UFC title contender Aspen Ladd making her BKB debut against Bianca Daimoni.

Tickets for BKB 58 are on sale now via Ticketmaster.

PHOENIX, ARIZ. and NEW YORK, NY – Aug. 4, 2026 – TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO), Arizona Sports & Events Alliance, and Legends Global today announced that NOCHE UFC, WWE Royal Rumble, and the PBR World Finals: Championship will take place in Glendale at Desert Diamond Arena and State Farm Stadium, marking the first confirmed events under the organizations’ multi-year partnership announced this past May.

The seven-event agreement spans three years and marks TKO’s first-ever agreement with a state-level organization spanning UFC, WWE, PBR and Zuffa Boxing, bringing several of TKO’s most high-profile live sports and entertainment properties to one of the country’s leading major-event destinations.

“Arizona is proud to be the first state to establish this kind of partnership with TKO, reflecting our commitment to innovative collaborations that create lasting economic opportunity,” said Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs. “From hosting world-class sporting events to attracting leading businesses and investment, Arizona continues to prove that we do big things – and do them well. We’re excited to partner with TKO to deliver lasting benefits for Arizona residents by driving economic growth, creating opportunity and showcasing everything our state has to offer.”

“Arizona is a proven destination for major live events, and Glendale gives us two exceptional venues in State Farm Stadium and Desert Diamond Arena,” said Peter Dropick, Executive Vice President, Event Development and Operations for TKO. “We look forward to working with the Arizona Sports & Events Alliance and Legends Global to deliver this lineup of marquee UFC, WWE, and PBR experiences for fans across the state.”

“TKO’s globally recognized brands have an extraordinary ability to unite passionate fans from around the world through premier live events and media platforms,” said Jay Parry, President & CEO of the Arizona Sports & Events Alliance. “Over the next three years, hundreds of thousands of visitors will travel to Arizona for these signature events, creating an incredible opportunity to showcase our communities and reinforce Arizona’s reputation as a premier destination for world-class sports and entertainment – and as a vibrant hub for business and innovation.”

“As part of this first-of-its-kind partnership, Desert Diamond Arena and State Farm Stadium will host some of the biggest nights in sports and entertainment over the next few years,” said Josh Kritzler, President, North American Venues & Content at Legends Global, which operates the host venues. “Our job is to ensure every fan who walks through the doors has an experience that matches these world-class events. We’re looking forward to working alongside TKO and the Arizona Sports & Events Alliance to deliver on that promise.”

Upcoming Schedule of TKO Events in Arizona (in chronological order)

NOCHE UFC – Desert Diamond Arena, September 12, 2026

UFC is set to return to Glendale on Saturday, September 12, for a special celebration of Mexican Independence Day with NOCHE UFC. The event carries added significance in Arizona, a state with a prominent Latino presence, deep Mexican-American cultural ties, and a passionate combat sports fan base.

NOCHE UFC will feature a card stacked with Mexican and Latin American talent, including former champions, rising prospects, and fan favorites. In the main event, former interim UFC featherweight champion Yair Rodriguez, one of the most exciting fighters in the sport, will take on Jean Silva, one of the fastest-rising contenders in the featherweight division. Joining them on the card will be former UFC women’s flyweight champion and current No. 3-ranked contender Alexa Grasso, who is set to compete at NOCHE UFC for the third time as she faces No. 2-ranked Manon Fiorot. In addition, former UFC flyweight champion Brandon Moreno, making his first appearance at NOCHE UFC, will face The Ultimate Fighter Season 33 winner Joseph Morales. This will mark the fourth edition of NOCHE UFC and the first at Desert Diamond Arena. Tickets are on sale now at ticketmaster.com.

WWE Royal Rumble® – State Farm Stadium, February 2027

The 40th annual Royal Rumble will take place in February 2027, marking the first time the WWE Premium Live Event will be held at State Farm Stadium. This will be Arizona’s third time hosting Royal Rumble following previous editions in 2019 and 2013. Royal Rumble will be headlined by the 30-man and 30-woman Royal Rumble matches, with the winners each receiving a championship match opportunity at WrestleMania 43. Ahead of the general ticket on-sale date, which will be announced in the coming months, fans can register now to receive an exclusive presale offer by visiting wwe.com/RoyalRumble27.

PBR World Finals: Championship – Desert Diamond Arena, May 20-23, 2027

PBR World Finals: Championship will be held May 20-23, 2027, bringing one of the most grueling and electrifying championships in sports to a new market as part of a long-term vision to continue growing the sport nationwide. Over four days of high-stakes competition at Desert Diamond Arena, PBR’s top riders and toughest bulls will face off as the sport’s best compete for a world title. Tickets are on sale now at PBRWorldFinals.com.

PBR has deep roots in the state. The Arizona Ridge Riders are Arizona’s official PBR Team, representing the state in PBR’s team-based bull riding competition and helping elevate Western sports across the region. The team will host Ridge Rider Days at Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale (Oct. 8-10), further strengthening Arizona’s connection to PBR and providing a strong local foundation for the arrival of the PBR World Finals in 2027. (arizonaridgeriders.com)

Zuffa Boxing – Details to be Announced

Zuffa Boxing, the new promotion led by Dana White and Nick Khan, which has captured the attention of the boxing world, is also part of TKO’s multi-year partnership with the Alliance. Details about future Zuffa Boxing events in Arizona will be announced at a later date.

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About TKO

TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO) is a premium sports and entertainment company. TKO owns iconic properties including UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization; WWE, the global leader in sports entertainment; and PBR, the world’s premier bull riding organization. Together, these properties reach 210 countries and territories and organize more than 500 live events year-round, attracting more than three million fans. TKO also services and partners with major sports rights holders through IMG, an industry-leading global sports marketing agency; and On Location, a global leader in premium experiential hospitality.

About UFC®

UFC® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and approximately 363 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 an estimated 1 billion broadcast and digital households across 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 WWE

WWE® is the global leader in sports entertainment. The company creates and delivers original content 52 weeks a year to a global audience. WWE is committed to family-friendly entertainment on its television programming, Premium Live Events, digital media, and publishing platforms. WWE’s TV-PG programming can be seen in more than 1 billion households worldwide in more than 20 languages through world-class distribution partners including Netflix, ESPN, NBCUniversal, USA Network and The CW. WWE is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO). Additional information on WWE can be found at wwe.com and corporate.wwe.com.

About PBR (Professional Bull Riders)

PBR is the world’s premier bull riding organization. More than 1,100 bull riders compete in more than 200 events annually across the televised PBR Unleash The Beast tour (UTB), which features the top bull riders in the world; the PBR Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour (PWVT); the PBR Touring Pro Division (TPD); and the PBR’s international circuits in Australia, Brazil, and Canada. In 2022, the organization launched PBR Teams—10 teams of the world’s best bull riders competing for a new championship—as well as the PBR Challenger Series with more than 50 annual events nationwide. PBR events are broadcast on CBS Television Network and Paramount+. PBR is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO). For more information, visit PBR.com, or follow on Facebook at Facebook.com/PBR, X at X.com/PBR, Instagram at Instagram.com/PBR and YouTube at YouTube.com/PBR.

About Zuffa Boxing

Zuffa Boxing is a joint venture between TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (“TKO”) (NYSE: TKO) and Sela, the entertainment conglomerate. TKO serves as managing partner, providing day-to-day operational expertise, management, and oversight of the promotion, with executive leadership anchored by UFC President and CEO Dana White and WWE President and TKO Board Member Nick Khan. The promotion aims to reimagine the sport of boxing by evolving the current model to restore the sport’s rightful place at the forefront of the global sports ecosystem. For more information, follow @Zuffa_Boxing on X; and @ZuffaBoxing on Snapchat, Instagram, Threads, and TikTok.

About the Arizona Sports & Events Alliance (the Alliance)

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Manchester, United Kingdom (August 4, 2026) Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship, (BKFC), The World’s Fastest Growing Combat Sports Promotion hosted the heated Launch Press Conference for the landmark BKFC-94 event set for Saturday, September 26 at the AO Arena in Manchester, United Kingdom. 

Tickets are Now On-Sale and can be purchased online at BKFC.com. 

BKFC-94 is headlined by The Fighting Pride of Liverpool, Darren ‘The Gorilla’ Till of Liverpool, England and long-time Cuban archrival Yoel ‘Soldier of God’ Romero of Miami, FL in the light heavyweight division.

The heat boiled over during the face-off as Till and Romero stared each other down for four minutes! 

Co-featured at BKFC-94, BKFC Middleweight World Champion David ‘The Redneck’ Mundell, 

(10-2), of Dunedin, FL, USA defends his title against UK professional boxing standout Jack ‘The Meat Cleaver’ Cullen, (2-0), of Bolton, Lancashire, England.  

Also fighting at BKFC-94, Gaz ‘The Crusher’ Corran, (2-0), clashes with Mac ‘The Attack’ Bygraves, (2-0), for the BKFC UK Middleweight Title. Defending his BKFC UK Cruiserweight Title, Karl ‘The Wasp’ Thompson, (4-1), of Sedgefield, UK battles Andy Thornton, (1-0). 

The Launch Press Conference for the highly anticipated BKFC-94 event was hosted by BKFC Founder and President David Feldman. Among the special guests in attendance were BKFC Light Heavyweight Standout Sean ‘The Butcher’ Weir from Glasgow, Scotland. 

Below are quotes from the participants;

David Feldman – BKFC Founder/President

“I’m very, very excited about this entire event. I’m very, very excited for the direction that BKFC is headed in the United Kingdom, and I’m excited about everything that’s going on with BKFC. Make sure you tune into this event; it’s going to be live exclusively on DAZN.”

“The hype around this event, and the hype that’s going to build up to Sept. 26, is going to make this the biggest event that we’ve done in Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship history.”

Darren “The Gorilla” Till – International Combat Sports Superstar

“Yoel is a beast. He’s always been a beast. As a fighter, I think if you’re afraid of another fighter, you shouldn’t be fighting. I’ve never been afraid of Yoel. I’ve never been afraid of anybody.”

“It’s a tough sport, especially fighting someone like Yoel, and it’s just pure violence. Blood, broken bones. That’s what I think the world’s missing. I think the world is missing something like BKFC. Everyone wants to be a pretend fighter on social media. The world needs BKFC right now because this is fighting in its purest form. I just (expletive) love it, as I’m sure everyone else does up here.”

“Mike Perry ran off to fight Nate Diaz. I chased him and he ran away, so Yoel stepped in his place.”

Yoel “Soldier of God” Romero – Olympic Silver Medalist, International Combat Sports Superstar

“It’s my pleasure to be here in Manchester. Manchester is known for its sports, and it’s a pleasure to be here. What people think of bare-knuckle fighting — I’m going to exceed it with this performance. People are in for a surprise.”

“You’ve got a real nightmare in front of you.”

“I’ve been an athlete since birth. It’s in my blood. I come from a family of great athletes and I’m right here with them. All athletes from combat sports — wrestling, boxing.”

David “The Redneck” Mundell – BKFC Middleweight World Champion

“He stands across from me, and I plan on putting him down.”

“You may have a bit of reach on me, but what are you going to do when I get on the inside and start ripping up your body?”

Jack “The Meat Cleaver” Cullen – BKFC Middleweight World Title Challenger

“I’m training the hardest I’ve ever trained in my life. This means the world to me, so I’m not letting this one go.”

“You’re too slow for me.”

Gaz “The Crusher” Corran – BKFC U.K. Middleweight Title Challenger

“He’s slick, he’s fast, he’s got good footwork. But I’m violent. I’m a (expletive) savage. Ten minutes is a long time to be in that ring with me. When I catch him, I’m taking his (expletive) chin off.”

“Words mean nothing. I’ve got a lot more in the locker than brute strength and a big punch.”

Mac “The Attack” Bygraves – BKFC U.K. Middleweight Title Challenger

“Talk is cheap at the end of the day. But he’s right; I am slick. I’m also a lot younger than him and I have a higher boxing IQ. At the end of the day, I don’t think he’s got a chance in terms of technical ability against me, so he’ll have to use his brute strength. But brains beats brawn every single (expletive) time.”

Karl “The Wasp” Thompson – BKFC U.K. Cruiserweight Champion

“I’ve beat people better than him, and I’m just looking forward to getting in there and showing him what the sport is all about. I’m excited to be on such a big card and to put on a great performance.”

“I will absolutely smash you to smithereens. You’re getting smashed.”

Andy Thornton – BKFC U.K. Cruiserweight Title Challenger

“He’s got a glass jaw, and you don’t even hit hard.”

“Leave the belt with me and make sure you polish it too, you ugly bastard.”

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Following a sensational MMA run compiling a record of 18-5 and three professional boxing victories, 

Darren Till made his BKFC debut on May 30, 2026, with a blistering first round knockout of Aaron Chalmers in front of a sold-out crowd at the Utilita Arena in Birmingham, England. 

Click Here to Watch Darren Till vs. Aaron Chalmers / BKFC

After a remarkable amateur MMA career representing Cuba which included a Silver Medal at the Olympics in Sydney, Australia, Yoel Romero fought extensively in the UFC and Bellator finishing with a record of 17-7 including 14 victories by knockout. Making his BKFC debut in front of a sold-out crowd at Hard Rock Live in Hollywood, FL on September 12, 2025, Romero stopped Theo Doukas in the second round. 

Click Here to Watch Yoel Romero vs. Theo Doukas / BKFC

David Mundell started his BKFC Middleweight World Title Reign with a third-round stoppage of Francesco Ricchi on December 3, 2022. His four world title defenses have come against the top contenders in the division; Mike Richman (KO-2 at BKFC-47), Doug Coltane (KO-2 at BKFC-53), Danny Christie (KO-2 on October 12, 2024) and Donald Sanchez (UD at BKFC-75.)

Following a professional boxing career with a compiled record of 22-6-1 with ten knockouts, Jack Cullen hit the squared circle with a first round stoppage of Jakub Kosicki on March 29, 2025. Following up on March 14, 2026, the hard-hitting Bolton native knocked out Marley Churcher in the second round. 

Gaz Corran has quickly impressed in his first two BKFC fights, both first round knockouts; Danny Moir, (KO-1 at BKFC-81) and Dawid Chylinski (KO-1 at BKFC Fight Night Manchester). 

Impressive distance victories for Mac Bygraves have come against George Thorpe (BKFC-77) and Paul O’Sullivan (BKFC-64). 

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Newcastle, England (Aug. 1, 2026) Bradley Taylor made history on Saturday night becoming the Inaugural Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC) UK Bantamweight Champion by beating Lewis “The Leprechaun” Garside in the Main Event of BKFC Fight Night Newcastle at the sold-out Walker Activity Dome in Newcastle, England.

Taylor recorded the sole knockdown of the night in the opening round, paving the way to the unanimous decision victory (49-45×2, 50-44). The 26-year-old Hartlepool, England product is now unbeaten in his first five trips to the BKFC Squared Circle. Garside, who hails from Sunderland, England, is now 3-1.

In front of a deafening hometown crowd, Newcastle, England’s Lewis “The Machine” Keen, (6-1), earned the next shot at reigning BKFC UK Lightweight Champion Jonny Graham by defeating Stew “Tank” Martin in Saturday’s Co-Main Event. Keen dropped Martin to the canvas twice before their bout was stopped at 1:27 of the fourth round. Martin, a product of Bolton, England, is now 1-1.

In Saturday’s Feature Fight, Dylan “The Cramlington Cobra” Fail turned heads in his BKFC premiere, taking home the unanimous decision victory over Liam Hutchinson in their welterweight matchup. All three judges agreed on the 49-45 verdict for the winner from Cramlington, England. Hutchinson, who represents Peterlee, England, is now 2-2.

Unbeaten Washington, England heavyweight James “Sugar Man” Walker upped his record to 3-0 with a hard-fought decision victory over Barry “The Pitbull” Boyle. Two judges scored the fight 49-46 and one scored the contest 50-45, all for Walker. Boyle, who hails from Glasgow, Scotland, was making his BKFC debut.

Carlisle, England’s Mickey “Be The Example” Nolan shined in his BKFC debut by earning a one-sided decision at the expense of “Big Bad” John Ferguson in the middleweight division. All three judges scored the fight 50-45 for Nolan. Ferguson, a product of Ashington, England, is now 1-4.

Middlesbrough, England’s Harrison Cave and Danny “The Destroyer” Moir of Scarborough, England fought to a draw in light-heavyweight action. Cave scored the sole knockdown of the night, but it wasn’t enough to convince the judges, who all agreed on the 47-47 verdict. Cave was making his BKFC debut, while Moir is now 2-2-1.

Northumberland, England’s KJ Metcalfe was victorious in his BKFC premiere, stopping Owen Webster in the third round of their welterweight showdown. The stoppage came at 1:36 of the third frame. Webster, who hails from Kirkholt, England, was also making his BKFC debut.

Hartlepool, England’s Cory “El Chapo” Chapman picked himself up off the canvas three times and rallied for a come-from-behind victory over Jack “The Berzerker” Blair in bantamweight action. Chapman logged five knockdowns of his own before winning by stoppage with one second left in the second stanza. Chapman and the Annan, Scotland fighter Blair were both stepping into the Squared Circle for the first time.

Leicester, England light-heavyweight Harry Bray was victorious in his BKFC debut, flooring Dylan Yendall twice before Yendall’s corner called a stop to the fight one minute into the second round. The Middlesbrough, England product Yendall was also making his BKFC debut.

Darlington, England’s Chris “Hightower” Burton won his BKFC premiere after dropping “Big” Dan Curtin three times in the opening round of their heavyweight matchup. Two judges scored the fight 48-44 and one had it 47-45, all for Burton. Curtin, who hails from Oxford, England, is now 0-2.

Wigan, England flyweight “Savage” Sally McDonald was stellar in her BKFC premiere, dropping “The Tartan Witch” Sandra Rees three times en route to the third-round stoppage victory in the opening bout of the night. Time of the stoppage was 1:38 of the third frame. Reese, who represents Annan, Scotland, was also making her BKFC debut.

BKFC Fight Night Newcastle Results

Bradley Taylor def. Lewis Garside via Unanimous Decision (49-45×2, 50-44)

Wins Inaugural BKFC U.K. Bantamweight Title

Lewis Keen def. Stew Martin via TKO in Round 4 (1:27)

Dylan Fail def. Liam Hutchinson via Unanimous Decision (49-45×3)

James Walker def. Barry Boyle via Unanimous Decision (49-46×2, 50-45)

Mickey Nolan def. John Ferguson via Unanimous Decision (50-45×3)

Harrison Cave vs. Danny Moir declared a Draw (47-47×3)

KJ Metcalfe def. Owen Webster via TKO in Round 3 (1:36)

Cory Chapman def. Jack Blair via TKO in Round 2 (1:59)

Harry Bray def. Dylan Yendall via TKO in Round 2 (1:00)

Chris Burton def. Dan Curtin via Unanimous Decision (48-44×2, 47-45)

Sally McDonald def. Sandra Rees via TKO in Round 3 (1:38)

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Weigh-In Results

Lewis Garside, 135lbs. vs. Bradley Taylor, 134.6lbs.

Lewis Keen, 154.6 vs. Stew Martin, 156

Liam Hutchinson, 165 vs. Dylan Fail, 170.2

James Walker, 246.8 vs. Barry Boyle, 274.4

John Ferguson, 173.8 vs. Mickey Nolan, 175.6

Harrison Cave, 183.8 vs. Danny Moir, 184

KJ Metcalfe, 164.8 vs. Owen Webster, 165.6

Cory Chapman, 135.4 vs. Jack Blair, 134.4

Dylan Yendall, 188.4 vs. Harry Bray, 184.4

Chris Burton, 225.6 vs. Dan Curtin, 258,8

Sandra Rees, 125.4 vs. Sally McDonald, 125.4

Venue

Walker Activity Dome

Newcastle, UK

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BOSTON, MA (July 28, 2026) – Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC), The World’s Fastest Growing Combat Sports Promotion and Evergreen Fenway Events hosted the ‘Heated’ Launch Press Conference for BKFC-92 Fenway Park on Tuesday afternoon at the iconic ballpark, Home of the Boston Redsox. 

Set for Saturday, August 29 with the Squared Circle located at home plate, BKFC is headlined by BKFC Featherweight World Champion and #3 Ranked Pound-for-Pound Fighter ‘King’ Kai Stewart (9-0) of Great Falls, Montana, defending his title for a record sixth time against New England combat sports standout Harry ‘The Hitman’ Gigliotti (6-0, 5 KOs) of Haverhill, MA. 

Just announced in the co-feature, BKFC Women’s Bantamweight World Champion and ‘The Queen of Violence’, Christine ‘The Misfit’ Ferea, (11-1), of Las Vegas, NV faces ‘The Queen of the Streets’, Sofia ‘Geisha Argentina’ Landi of Buenos Aires, Argentina. 

Also making his BKFC debut, former UFC Star Joe Lauzon of Bridgewater, MA battles Stash ‘The Flash’ Kuykendall of Fort Smith, AK in the welterweight division. 

Below are quotes from the participants at the Launch Press Conference.

David Feldman – BKFC Founder/President

“This is a city of fighters; a city that doesn’t quit. That’s why it fits so well with Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship, which is why I’m so proud to bring this thing here. This will be the best combat sports event that Boston has ever seen.”

“This is the fastest-pace combat sport on the planet; if you blink, you’re going to miss it. It’s relatable; everybody gets it. When you watch it, you’re going to be a fan for life, I promise you.”

“King” Kai Stewart – (9-0) – Undefeated BKFC World Featherweight Champion

“They don’t call me ‘The King’ for no reason. You guys let me break records at Hard Rock Live, I was the Main Event of the very first Dubai show as well and now, of course, the best venue we’ve done. Of course they’ll call me to do it. I’m ‘The King’ for a reason. God has blessed me so much to do this, and nobody can take it from me.”

“I don’t see the talent up here that I guess locals see. I see a lot of people pretending. Harry is doing OK, but it’s just his second fight in the big leagues.”

Harry “The Hitman” Gigliotti – (6-0) – Undefeated BKFC Featherweight Contender

“I’m not impressed by Kai Stewart at all. Out with the old, in with the new … Kai Stewart’s reign is about to come to an end. He’s in for a long night, and he’s going to be handing that belt over to me.”

“I get to embarrass the kid right here with my family. It’s awesome.”

Joe Lauzon – Former UFC Star, BKFC Premiere at Fenway Park

“I’m so excited to fight at Fenway … I’m excited about the entire thing. It’s a great feeling to be fighting at home.”

“I’m going to try to get in and out as soon as possible. I’ve seen the damage that happens, and I don’t want to take any shots I don’t have to. I’m going to get in there and blitz.”

“Slippery Pete” Barrett – (2-0) Undefeated BKFC Lightweight Prospect

“To fight at Fenway is the pinnacle of a New England fighter’s career. I’ve watched countless games at the stadium; I’ve worked security here. When they said it was at home plate, my mind was blown.”

“Fighting bare knuckle is scary. But having Fenway Park be the venue that we’re fighting at is a whole different level. I get goosebumps thinking about walking out on the field right now. Mr. Feldman, thank you so much for the opportunity to be a part of this event.”

Rico DiSciullo – (4-0) – Undefeated BKFC Featherweight Contender

“I came here to be a World Champion. I’ve knocked out everybody they’ve put in front of me. I’ve got 15, 16 knockdowns in four fights, all knockouts … I choose to give the fans what they want. If it’s not a knockout, it’s not a win for me. Whoever has the belt at 145, that’s where I’m going. I’m not here to make friends; I’m here to be a World Champion.”

Pat “The Gorilla Ninja” Casey – (4-2) – BKFC Middleweight Contender

“This is a huge opportunity for me. Every fight I’ve gotten better and better, making bigger statements. I’m one of the best guys in the division. There’s a lot of eyes on this event and, with a knockout, it will do big things for me.”

Guilherme Viana – (2-1) – BKFC Ironweight Prospect

“I lost my last fight, but I’m super excited to be a part of this historic event. I’m super proud to be here. I’ve trained my whole life, and I’m ready for this moment.”

Shane “Suga” Jordan – (0-0-1) – BKFC Bantamweight Prospect

“David Feldman, thank you for the opportunity to be here. It’s iconic to be fighting at Fenway Park.”

Robinson “Wolf” Perez – Ironweight Prospect, BKFC Premiere at Fenway Park

“I’m going to drop you. You over here fighting nobodies, but this is the ‘Wolf Show.’ Lorenzo Hunt, I’m coming for you, baby. Lorenzo Hunt, hold my belt.”

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Fighting in the women’s strawweight division, BKFC Fan Favorite, Taylor ‘Killa Bee’ Starling, (6-4), of Rock Hill, SC battles Kat Paprocki, (2-1), of Westminster, CO. 

Competing in the Ironweight Division, Brazil’s Guilherme Viana, (2-1), clashes with BKFC debuting Robinson ‘The Wolf’ Perez, of Southbridge, MA. 

Undefeated featherweights will fight as Rico DiSciullo, (4-0), of Somerville, MA faces Tray ‘Big Dogg’ Martin, (2-0), of Moberly, MO.

Fighting in the middleweight division, Springfield, MA native Pat ‘The Gorilla Ninja’ Casey, 

(4-2), of Great Falls, MT hits the squared circle against Dallas Davison, (5-4). 

Lightweight ‘Slippery’ Peter Barrett, (2-0), of Plymouth, MA battles Elijah ‘The Buffalo Soldier’ Harris, (2-2), of Shippensburg, PA.

Bantamweight prospect Shane ‘Suga’ Jordan, (0-0-1), of Los Angeles, CA faces Joby ‘Jobywankenobi’ Steffensmeier, (1-1), of Davenport, IA. 

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Tickets for BKFC-92 can be purchased online at Redsox.com/BKFC. Mastercard is the preferred payment method of Evergreen Fenway Events.

About the Main Event Fighters

Kai Stewart first came to BKFC’s attention through the promotion’s national tryouts for bare-knuckle fighters and is truly a homegrown superstar. The 26-year-old returns to battle following his dominant victory over previously undefeated European Champion Nico Gaffie on March 20, 2026, thrilling the sold-out crowd at Hard Rock Live in Hollywood, FL. Stewart also holds exciting world title victories over top rated contenders; Tommy Strydom (BKFC-72), Jimmy Rivera, Bryan Duran (BKFC-62) and Howard Davis (BKFC-56).

Following a four-year run in professional boxing compiling a 9-5 record, the 31-year-old Harry Gigliotti started his stellar, undefeated run in bare-knuckle fighting in December 2023. Making his highly anticipated BKFC debut on March 28, 2026, the hard-hitting Gigliotti defeated veteran Timothy Mason in the second round with a show-stopping knockout in front of his huge legion of supporters at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, CT.

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Manchester, United Kingdom (March 27, 2026) Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship, (BKFC), The World’s Fastest Growing Combat Sports Promotion today announced BKFC-94: Darren ‘The Gorilla’ Till of Liverpool, England vs. Yoel ‘Soldier of God’ Romero of Miami, FL on Saturday, September 26 at the AO Arena in Manchester, United Kingdom. 

Co-featured at BKFC-94, BKFC Middleweight World Champion David ‘The Redneck’ Mundell, 

(10-2), of Dunedin, FL defends his title against UK professional boxing standout Jack ‘The Meat Cleaver’ Cullen, (2-0). 

Tickets for BKFC-94 will go On-Sale This Wednesday, March 29 and can be purchased online at BKFC.com. The AO Arena is located at Victoria State, Hunts Bank, Manchester M3 1AR. 

Stated Darren Till, “I’ve finally got over my years of trauma & nightmares of Yoel Romero. So, let’s f***** do this!!”

“Respect to Darren for accepting the fight. But respect ends when the bell rings. See you soon,” said Yoel Romero. 

“This is the biggest event we’ve promoted in the United Kingdom between two international combat sport superstars,” said David Feldman, Founder and President of BKFC of the light heavyweight matchup. “Both Darren and Yoel have been very successful in their BKFC fights and both are looking for the biggest challenge in the promotion. It’s a very heated rivalry and no question, this will be bombs away from the opening bell.”

“It’s truly a can’t miss combat sporting event in the United Kingdom and I strongly encourage fans to purchase early for September 26. We’ll be announcing a tremendous undercard featuring the baddest bare-knuckle fighters in the United Kingdom shortly.”

Following a sensational MMA run compiling a record of 18-5 and three professional boxing victories, 

Darren Till made his BKFC debut on May 30, 2026, with a blistering first round knockout of Aaron Chalmers in front of a sold-out crowd at the Utilita Arena in Birmingham, England. 

Click Here to Watch Darren Till vs. Aaron Chalmers / BKFC

After a remarkable amateur MMA career representing Cuba which included a Silver Medal at the Olympics in Sydney, Australia, Yoel Romero fought extensively in the UFC and Bellator finishing with a record of 17-7 including 14 victories by knockout. Making his BKFC debut in front of a sold-out crowd at Hard Rock Live in Hollywood, FL on September 12, 2025, Romero stopped Theo Doukas in the second round. 

Click Here to Watch Yoel Romero vs. Theo Doukas / BKFC

Additional exciting fights for this landmark event will be announced shortly. 

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Montevideo, Uruguay (July 25, 2026) Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC), The World’s Fastest Growing Combat Sports Promotion, made an epic first impression Saturday night in its highly anticipated South American premiere at BKFC Fight Night Uruguay in front of a sold-out, loud and boisterous crowd of 9,467 fans at the Antel Arena in Montevideo, Uruguay.

With the President of Uruguay, Yamandu Orsi sitting ringside, Montevideo, Uruguay’s own Gaston “Tonga” Reyno smashed his way to 4-0 with a fourth straight stoppage victory in Saturday’s Main Event. Already regarded as The Fighting Pride of Uruguay, the unbeaten Reyno dropped Josh “Jarhead” Krejci twice before their lightweight bout was stopped at 1:29 of the opening round.

“I’m extremely happy,” Reyno said to the rocking hometown crowd in his post-fight interview. “I’m very proud and very happy to be here. This is a dream come true.”

 Krejci, who hails from Omaha, NE, is now 2-3 in the Squared Circle.

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

Former UFC star Guido “Ninja” Cannetti won big in his hotly anticipated BKFC debut, defeating Emiliano “El Toro” Nielli via unanimous decision in Saturday’s Co-Main Event. Cannetti, who hails from Buenos Aires, Argentina, recorded the sole knockdown of the fight. Nielli, who represents Montevideo, Uruguay, was also stepping into the Squared Circle for the first time.

In Saturday’s Featured Fight, Buenos Aires, Argentina’s Luis “The Machine” Jimenez was victorious in his BKFC debut, edging out Javier “Chunty Boy” Torres for the unanimous decision in their heavyweight battle. The Mexican-born Gilbert, AZ product Torres was also making his BKFC debut.

Montevideo, Uruguay’s Marilyn “La Reina” Contin only needed 73 seconds to steamroll Gisela “Emperetriz” Luna in their matchup of debuting women’s bantamweight fighters. Luna represents Buenos Aires, Argentina.

Buenos Aires, Argentina’s Nicolas “Guerro” Jara sent Ramon “The Rock” Mascarena of Santiago, Chile to the canvas nine times en route to the dominant unanimous decision victory in their featherweight matchup. Both fighters were stepping into the Squared Circle for the first time.

Nicolas “Nitro” Mujica of Montevideo, Uruguay was victorious in his BKFC debut, earning the unanimous decision over fellow debuting featherweight Gonzalo Diaz Arredondo. Arredondo hails from Buenos Aires, Argentina.

Buenos Aires, Argentina product Harel Nicodella stopped Franco Perochena via technical knockout in the third round of their light-heavyweight bout. The stoppage came 48 seconds into the third stanza. Both Nicodella and Perochena were making their BKFC debuts.

Santiago, Chile’s Jacqueline “Capo” Ayala edged out Giuliana Cosnard of Paraná, Argentinafor the split-decision victory in their women’s flyweight matchup. Both combatants were stepping into the Squared Circle for the first time.

Montevideo, Uruguay’s Nicolas “The Grim Reaper” Acevedo defeated Victor “Hyena” Borda via unanimous decision in their action-packed battle of debuting bantamweights. Borda hails from Lima, Peru.

Buenos Aires, Argentina lightweight Joel “Lobo” Dorado was victorious in his BKFC debut, defeating Gonzalo “Monkey” Barrera via unanimous decision. Barrera, who represents Montevideo, Uruguay, was also making his BKFC debut.

In the first BKFC fight to ever take place in Uruguay, Mar del Plata, Argentina’s Leandro “The End” Torres climbed to 2-1 at the expense of the debuting Gonzalo Jara in welterweight action. The ringside doctor called a stop to the fight at 1:38 of the third round. Jara represents Valparaíso, Chile.

BKFC Fight Night Uruguay Results

Gaston Reyno def. Josh Krejci via TKO in Round 1 (1:29)

Guido Cannetti def. Emiliano Nielli via Unanimous Decision

Luis Jimenez def. Javier Torres via Unanimous Decision

Marilyn Contin def. Gisela Luna via TKO in Round 1 (1:13)

Nicolas Jara def. Ramon Mascarena via Unanimous Decision

Nicolas Mujica def. Gonzalo Diaz Arredondo via Unanimous Decision

Harel Nicodella def. Franco Perochena via TKO in Round 3 (0:48)

Jacqueline Ayala def. Giuliana Cosnard via Split Decision

Nicolas Acevedo def. Victor Borda via Unanimous Decision

Joel Dorado def. Gonzalo Barrera via Unanimous Decision

Leandro Torres def. Gonzalo Jara via TKO in Round 3 (1:38)

Social Media

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Website: www.BKFC.com

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organisation, in partnership with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), today announced the return of the Octagon® to Abu Dhabi with UFC® 333 at Etihad Arena on Saturday, October 24.

Abu Dhabi Showdown Week returns to Yas Island this October with another unforgettable week of world-class MMA and fan experiences. Fans are encouraged to register their interest early at VisitAbuDhabi.ae for the best chance to secure tickets, along with exclusive hotel packages for traveling fans.

VIP Experience packages for UFC® 333 will be available soon via On Location, UFC’s Official VIP Experience Provider. These exclusive packages offer premium seating, VIP access to weigh-ins, all-inclusive private lounge access, meet-and-greets with UFC athletes and more. For additional information, please visit UFCVIP.com to view package details.

With more than 20 events staged in Abu Dhabi since 2010, UFC has become a fixture on the region’s sporting calendar. Recent events have continued to reinforce Abu Dhabi’s status as one of the sport’s premier destinations, with July’s UFC FIGHT NIGHT®: WHITTAKER vs. DE RIDDER last year delivering an unforgettable night of action, followed by Abu Dhabi Showdown Week, which culminated in UFC® 321, headlined by Tom Aspinall and Ciryl Gane.

This month’s UFC FIGHT NIGHT: ANKALAEV vs GUSKOV continues that momentum.

For further information on UFC® 333 and the latest updates, please visit VisitAbuDhabi.ae.

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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 363 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 an estimated 1 billion broadcast and digital households across 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 the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi

The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) drives the sustainable growth of Abu Dhabi’s culture and tourism sectors, fuels economic progress and helps achieve Abu Dhabi’s wider global ambitions. By working in partnership with the organisations that define the emirate’s position as a leading international destination, DCT Abu Dhabi strives to unite the ecosystem around a shared vision of the emirate’s potential, coordinate effort and investment, deliver innovative solutions, and use the best tools, policies and systems to support the culture and tourism industries.

DCT Abu Dhabi’s vision is defined by the emirate’s people, heritage and landscape. We work to enhance Abu Dhabi’s status as a place of authenticity, innovation, and unparalleled experiences, represented by its living traditions of hospitality, pioneering initiatives and creative thought.

For more information about DCT Abu Dhabi and the destination, please visit tcaabudhabi.ae and visitabudhabi.ae. For Abu Dhabi Calendar, please visit inabudhabi.ae.

Gaston Reyno, 155.8lbs. vs. Joshua Krejci, 154.6lbs. 

Guido Cannetti, 145.6 vs. Emiliano Nelli, 144.4

Javier Torres, 235.2 vs. Luis Jimenez, 241

Marilyn Contin, 135.2 vs. Gisela Luna, 131.2

Nicolas Jara, 146.8 vs. Ramon Mascarena, 145.8

Nicolas Mujica, 144.8 vs. Gonzalo Arrendondo, 145.6

Harel Nicodella, 184.8 vs. Franco Perochena, 183.2

Giuliana Cosnard, 124.2 vs. Jacqueline Ayala, 123.2

Nicolas Acevedo, 134.8 vs. Victor Borda, 136

Gonzalo Barrera, 154.6 vs. Joel Dorado, 155.4

Leandro Torres, 165.4 vs. Gonzalo Jara, 164

Venue

Antel Arena

Montevideo, Uruguay

Social Media

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Las Vegas – UFC®, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization, is set to return to Glendale, Arizona on Saturday, September 12 for its first event at Desert Diamond Arena to celebrate Mexican Independence Day with NOCHE UFC – a can’t-miss event featuring a card stacked with Mexican and Latin American talent, including former champions, rising prospects and fan favorites.  

With high demand expected for the event, fans are advised to learn more information and register their interest early at ufc.com/nocheufc to secure tickets in advance.

NOCHE UFC takes place Saturday, September 12 in Glendale, Arizona. The prelims will air at 1 p.m. ET / 10 a.m. PT, followed by the main card airing at 5 p.m. ET / 2 p.m. PT. All bouts will stream live on Paramount+.

Tickets for NOCHE UFC will go on sale Friday, July 31 at 10 a.m. MT and are available at ticketmaster.com. Ticket sales are limited to eight (8) per person. UFC Fight Club® will have the opportunity to purchase tickets on Wednesday, July 29 at 10 a.m. MT via the website UFCFightClub.com. A special Internet ticket pre-sale will be available to UFC newsletter subscribers Thursday, July 30 at 10 a.m. MT. To access the pre-sale, users must register for the UFC newsletter through UFC.com.

Media members wishing to apply for NOCHE UFC fight week credentials may sign up here.

NOCHE UFC will be the first of seven high-profile live events in Arizona over the next three years through TKO’s landmark partnership with the Arizona Sports & Events Alliance.

Known for always delivering non-stop action and embodying an indomitable fighting spirit, Mexican and Latin American athletes have consistently been favorites of their passionate fan bases around the world – rising to achieve the highest goals and accomplishments in the UFC. These athletes include former UFC women’s flyweight champion and current No. 3 ranked contender Alexa Grasso, who is set to compete on her third NOCHE UFC event as she faces No. 2 ranked Manon Fiorot. Joining her on the card will be former UFC flyweight champion Brandon Moreno, who makes his first NOCHE UFC appearance as he faces The Ultimate Fighter season 33 winner Joseph Morales.

Additional bouts on the card include:

• No. 5 ranked UFC heavyweight contender Waldo Cortes-Acosta (17-3, fighting out of Phoenix, Ariz. by way of Fundacion, Barahona, Dominican Republic) takes on No. 7 ranked Curtis Blaydes (19-6 1NC, fighting out of Chicago, Ill.)
• No. 12 ranked UFC flyweight contender Tim Elliott (22-14-1, fighting out of Kansas City, Mo.) meets the always-exciting No. 15 ranked Edgar Chairez (14-6 1NC, fighting out of Baja California, Mexico)
• UFC Hall of Famer Kelvin Gastelum (22-11 1NC, fighting out of Yuma, Ariz.) goes toe-to-toe with Yousri Belgaroui (10-3, fighting out of Amsterdam, The Netherlands) in a middleweight bout
• No. 14 ranked women’s flyweight contender JJ Aldrich(15-7, fighting out of Westminster, Colo.) faces the highly touted Regina Tarin (8-0, fighting out of Mexico City, Mexico)

For the latest information on additional bouts for this event, please visit www.ufc.com. All bouts are live and 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 (MMA) organization, with more than 700 million fans and approximately 363 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 an estimated 1 billion broadcast and digital households across 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.

About Desert Diamond Arena

Desert Diamond Arena, a Legends Global-managed venue, is a state-of-the-art, multipurpose events and entertainment facility situated on 13.5 acres in the city of Glendale, Arizona. The arena entertains over one million visitors annually through concerts, family shows and sporting events. The arena anchors the Westgate Entertainment District, Arizona’s Entertainment Destination, located on 223 acres for shopping, dining, entertainment and commercial offices.

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. 

About the Arizona Sports & Events Alliance (the Alliance)

The Arizona Sports & Events Alliance is the state’s lead organization dedicated to attracting, planning and hosting major events for Arizona. As Arizona’s front door for world-class sports, entertainment and commercial events, the Alliance unites civic, business, tourism, Native American and sports leaders with governing bodies to deliver exceptional experiences, fuel economic growth and elevate Arizona’s global profile. For more information, visit AZSportsAlliance.com, or follow @AZSportsAlliance on Instagram, TikTok and LinkedIn.

Naples,Italy (July 18, 2026) Lorenzo “The Juggernaut” Hunt made history Saturday night by becoming the first three-division Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC) World Champion defeating Walter “The Kraken” Pugliesi in their BKFC-91 main event matchup for the inaugural BKFC Ironweight World Title at the sold-out Arena Flegrea in Naples, Italy.

Hunt, who entered fight night as #1 on the BKFC Pound-for-Pound Rankings, picked himself up off the canvas in the opening round and rallied for the fourth-round stoppage over the previously unbeaten Pugliesi. Time of the finish was 1:09.

Representing Jacksonville, FL, with the win, upped his record to 14-2. Pugliesi, a product of Milan, Italy, is now 2-1 under the BKFC banner.

Hunt called out BKFC superstar “Platinum” Mike Perry,who was seated ringside, in his post-fight interview before the two squared off in the Squared Circle: “In order to be the best in the world — to be the face of the organization that I’ve worked so hard for — me and ‘Platinum’ Mike Perry need to get in this ring and sort out who is the King of BKFC.”

Jindrich Byrtus, the 21-year-old sensation from Opava, Czech Republic, won the inaugural BKFC European Cruiserweight Title in Saturday’s Co-Main Event by beating Ernesto “Big 20” Papa. Byrtus picked himself up off the canvas twice in the opening round and responded with a second-round knockdown of his own. Papa’s corner threw in the towel at the conclusion of the second stanza. Byrtus is now 11-2; Papa, who hails from Monsummano Terme, Italy, moves to 2-1.

Byrtus took aim at BKFC Cruiserweight World Champion Esteban “Mohawk” Rodriguez in his post-fight interview: “I only want to fight the best of the best at BKFC.”

In Saturday’s Feature Fight, the unbeaten Tomas Melis defeated Toni “Young Wolf” Estorer to win the inaugural BKFC European Light-Heavyweight Title. The stoppage came 25 seconds into the second round and followed a pair of knockdowns by the hands of Melis. Melis, who represents Žilina, Slovakia, now boasts a 6-0 record, while the Aachen, Germany fighter Estorer is now 5-3.

“It was God’s plan for me,” Melis said in his post-fight interview. “Thank you, Jesus,I’m coming for it all.”

BKFC 91 aired LIVE worldwide on The BKFC App.

BKFC Founder and President David Feldman joined the BKFC Broadcast Booth before Saturday’s Feature Fight.

On BKFC’s return to Italy: “I am so, so excited to be here. The fans came out and the guys fought their (expletive) off. The one language that everybody knows here is violence … I had a great speech for the fighters in the locker room, asking if they wanted to make extra money with the bonuses we give out like we always do, and they were the rowdiest we’ve ever had. This has been an unbelievable night.”

On BKFC’s World’s Baddest Man Tournament on Fox Nation: “Here it is, finally. Fox Nation are unbelievable partners — they’ve been so great to work with — and this is going to be a six-part documentary series with the final fight at the end of it.”

On BKFC 92 at Fenway Park in Boston on Aug. 29: “One of the most iconic baseball stadiums in the world and it’s going to be an amazing night. I’m so thrilled to be able to take this project that we’ve been working on for 10 years to Fenway Park in Boston.”

The middleweight fight between Carlisle, England’s Danny “The Bastard” Christie and Enzo “Osso Duro” Tobbia of Chioggia, Italy was declared a No Contest due to an illegal headlock and throw by Christie. The fight was stopped 27 seconds into the second round. Christie, who previously held BKFC United Kingdom Titles in the cruiserweight and light-heavyweight divisions, is now 5-3, 1 NC. Tobbia is now 1-1, 1 NC.

Sligo, Ireland lightweight Jimmy “The King” Sweeney upped his historic overall bare knuckle fighting record to 30-6 with a second-round technical knockout at the expense of Nicholas “The Underdog” Vescio. The stoppage came 22 seconds into the second stanza. The Milan, Italy product Vescio was making his BKFC debut.

Brescia, Italy light-heavyweight Leonardo “Ram” Damiani was spectacular in his BKFC premiere, picking himself up off the canvas four times before stopping former BKFC Cruiserweight World Title challenger Andrea “Italian Thunder” Bicchi. The Florence, Italy product Bicchi failed to answer the bell heading into the fourth round; he is now 4-4.

Dan “Indian Spice” Chapman of Maesteg, Wales picked himself up off the canvas and rallied for the stoppage over Marco “Barracuda” Giustarini eight seconds into the second round of their featherweight matchup. Chapman is now 7-1, while the Latina, Italy fighter Giustarini moves to 1-2.

Vienna, Austria cruiserweight Arbi “Borz” Chakaev smashed his way to 2-1 with a 44-second stoppage at the expense of Dominik “Rider” Herold. The Prague, Czech Republic fighter Herold is now 7-2.

Bari, Italy’s Gianni “The Punisher” Melillo turned heads in his BKFC premiere by stopping Dawid “Macho” Chylinski 47 seconds into the second round of their light-heavyweight battle. Chylinski, who hails from Black Country, England, is now 5-4, 1 NC.

Pawel “The Gorilla” Werszynin of Zgierz, Poland needed just 64 seconds to knock out Ramy Elsayes in light-heavyweight action. Werszynin is now 5-2. Elsayes, who represents Rome, Italy, was making his BKFC debut.

Rome, Italy’s Cristian Sabbatini defeated Charli Marta of Sânnicolau Mare, Romania via decision in their battle of debuting lightweights. Two judges agreed on 29-27 and one judge scored the contest 30-27, all for Sabbatini. 

Padua, Italy product Cristian Brinzan won big in his BKFC debut by knocking out Marco Saccaro in the opening round of their middleweight bout. Time of the stoppage was 1:12. The Livorno, Italy fighter Saccaro was also making his BKFC debut.

Santa Maria, Italy featherweight Guglielmo “The Pitbull” Gicco was victorious in his BKFC debut, earning the decision over Antonio “Big Blind Fury” Moscatiello in the opening fight of the night. Two judges scored the fight 29-28 and one scored it 30-27, all for Gicco. Moscatiello, who hails from Milan, Italy, is now 1-1 under the BKFC banner.

BKFC 91 Results

Lorenzo Hunt def. Walter Pugliesi via KO in Round 4 (1:09) 

Wins Inaugural BKFC Ironweight World Title

Jindric Byrtus def. Ernesto Papa via TKO in Round 2 (2:00)

Wins Inaugural BKFC European Cruiserweight Title

Tomas Melis def. Toni Estorer via TKO in Round 2 (0:25) Wins

Inaugural BKFC European Light-Heavyweight Title

Danny Christie vs. Enzo Tobbia declared No Contest in Round 2 (0:27)

Jimmy Sweeney def. Nicholas Vescio via TKO in Round 2 (0:22)

Leonardo Damiani def. Andrea Bicchi via TKO in Round 3 (2:00)

Dan Chapman def. Marco Giustarini via KO in Round 2 (0:08)

Arbi Chakaev def. Dominik Herold via TKO in Round 1 (0:44)

Gianni Melillo def. Dawid Chylinski via TKO in Round 2 (0:47)

Pawel Werszynin def. Ramy Elsayes via KO in Round 1 (1:04)

Cristian Sabbatini def. Charli Marta via Unanimous Decision (29-27×2, 30-27

Cristian Brinzan def. Marco Saccaro via KO in Round 1 (1:12)

Guglielmo Gicco def. Antonio Moscatiello via Unanimous Decision (29-28×2, 30-27)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – Former world champions Victor Ortiz and JoJo Diaz made commanding bare knuckle boxing debuts, delivering highlight-worthy performances as BKB debuted to a sold-out crowd at The NOVO at LA Live on Saturday night.

Ortiz, headlining the event, showed his trademark resilience and power to earn a hard-fought five-round unanimous decision victory over Dominic Salcido. The former WBC Welterweight Champion (who captured the title in 2011 with a dominant win over Andre Berto and challenged Floyd Mayweather Jr.) looked sharp in his first bare knuckle outing, proving his warrior spirit remains intact.

Victor Ortiz said: “Glory be to good, he gave me the victory. It was a hard one but I enjoyed it.” 

In one of the most electric moments of the night, JoJo Diaz needed just one round to make his statement. The former IBF Super Featherweight World Champion (and WBC Interim Lightweight titleholder) dropped Nate Williams with a devastating bodyshot for a first-round knockout. Coming off a gloved-boxing loss just two weeks earlier, Diaz’s explosive finish reversed momentum and signaled a powerful resurgence in bare knuckle.

Jojo Diaz said: “I loved it. I’m the type of fighter that likes to bang on the inside and give the fans an action packed fight. The fighters I’ve been boxing in the boxing ring have been moving around. In the Trigon it’s all close quarters so you have to bang it. I feel like this is my home.”

LT “Smash” Nelson, the pound-for-pound No. 1 fighter in bare knuckle boxing, put on a dominant clinic. Dropping down in weight, Nelson fought through the loss of two teeth to knock out ranked Super Welterweight Serob Minasyan in the fourth round. The performance keeps his quest alive to become a three-division Police Gazette Diamond Belt world champion.

Veteran Alfredo “El Perro” Angulo rolled back the years with a thrilling comeback. After weathering a tough first round, the former WBO Interim Light Middleweight Champion stopped much younger two-time National Golden Gloves champion Rashad Bowens with a highlight-reel knockout in the second round. The win further proved Angulo’s aggressive, high-pressure style is tailor-made for bare knuckle.

Full Card Results – Main Card:

• Adel Altamimi remained undefeated at 3-0, stopping Eduardo Perez by Doctor’s Stoppage TKO at the end of a war in the fourth round.
• Henry Correles, a former multi-weight MMA champion, thrilled the home crowd in his BKB debut with a Doctor’s Stoppage TKO over Ihor Blazhenko early in the third round.
• Ozzie Alvarez earned his first bare knuckle victory, taking a grueling five-round unanimous decision over Kaine Tomlinson Jr.
• Jesse Sparks stayed perfect at 2-0 with a first-round knockout of Darius Lesane.

TikTok Prelim Card:

• Zion Tomlinson overwhelmed previously undefeated Said Abdulgaziev, forcing a referee stoppage just before the end of the first round.
• Danny Ramirez spoiled JD Burns’ return with a strong BKB debut victory.
• Jorge Martinez scored a first-round knockout over Ryan Venable.
• Jackie Cataline and Alexa Gracias battled to a four-round Split Draw in the opener.

BKB’s sold-out Los Angeles debut delivered non-stop action and proved that boxing’s biggest names are ready to thrive in the raw intensity of bare knuckle boxing.

Main Card

Lorenzo Hunt, 210lbs. vs. Walter Pugliesi, 209.9lbs. 

BKFC Inaugural Ironweight World Championship

Ernesto Papa, 204.5 vs. Jindrich Bytrus, 199.5

BKFC European Cruiserweight Championship

Tomas Melis, 184.3 vs. Toni Estorer, 184.2

BKFC European Light Heavyweight Championship

Enzo Tobbia, 175.3 vs. Danny Christie, 174.2

Jimmy Sweeney, 154.8 vs. Nicholas Vescio, 154.3

Andrea Bicchi, 189.8 vs. Leonardo Damiani, 185.7

Marco Guistarini, 144.5 vs. Dan Chapman, 145.7

Dominik Herold, 205.4 vs. Arbi Chakaev, 206

Gianni Melillo, 180.7 vs. Dawid Chylinski, 180.7 

Pawel Werszynin, 185.6 vs. Ramy Elsayes, 185.6

Prelims

Charli Marta, 155.1 vs. Christian Sabbatini, 152.1

Cristian Brinzan, 175.7 vs. Marco Saccaro, 175.8

Gugliemo  Gicco, 144.5 vs. Antonio Moscatiello, 145.3

Venue

Arena Flegrea

Naples, Italy

Social Media

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Twitter: @BareKnuckleFC

Facebook: @BareKnuckleFC

YouTube: @BareKnuckleFightingChampionship

TikTok: @BareKnuckleFC

Website: www.BKFC.com

Uncasville, CT (July 15, 2026) Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC), The World’s Fastest Growing Combat Sports Promotion, returns to the famed Mohegan Sun Arena with a stellar, action-packed card on Friday, August 21.

Advance tickets for BKFC Fight Night Mohegan Sun are Now On-Sale and can be purchased online at BKFC.com. The Mohegan Sun Arena is located at 1 Mohegan Sun Blvd., Uncasville, CT 06382. 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.

Fighting in an outstanding main event at BKFC Fight Night Mohegan Sun, Undefeated and #2 Ranked Welterweight Contender Bryce ‘Baby Yaga’ Henry, (7-0), of Oakland Park, FL clashes with #1 Ranked and Former World Title Challenger, Carlos Trinidad-Snake, (7-1), of Omaha, NE.

Co-headlining in the light heavyweight division, #3 Ranked Cody Vidal, (4-1-1), of Temecula, CA enters the squared circle against battle-tested veteran, Columbus, GA native Joseph ‘The Dark Knight’ Creer, (6-3), as both look to rise in the world rankings.

Also featured at BKFC Fight Night Mohegan Sun, fast-rising, local star Lardy ‘Sito’ Navarro, 

(4-1), of Worcester, MA faces Robert Fichtner, (0-1), of Liberal, KS in the bantamweight division. 

‘This is our sixth event at Mohegan Sun and we’re very excited to promote another outstanding bare-knuckle fighting event in one of our favorite arenas,” said David Feldman, Founder and President of BKFC. 

“The crowds have been huge for our previous shows, and I strongly encourage fans to purchase tickets in advance of the event.”

The 25-year-old Bryce Henry has continued to impress BKFC fans since his promotional debut in February 2023. Most recently the 6’3” standout defeated former world champion Julian Lane on June 4, 2026, in the main event at Hard Rock Live – Hollywood, FL. The heavy-handed Florida native also holds knockout victories over Roderick Stewart (KO-2), Derrick Findley (KO-2), Robbie Peralta (Tom Shoaff (KO-1), Billy Wagner (KO-3) and Brandon Shavers (KO-4).

Carlos Trinidad-Snake hits the squared circle against Bryce Henry following a third-round stoppage of Jimmy Sweeney on October 25, 2025, in Rome, Italy. The hard-hitting veteran additionally has victories over current world champion Dustin Pague and former world champion Elvin Brito, his only loss coming in a world title clash via split decision against then world champion Austin Trout on April 4, 2025. 

Cody Vidal returns to action following a career best victory; stopping Jomi Escoboza in the first round on May 22, 2026. Joseph Creer heads into the challenge after stopping Keali’l Kanekoa in the third round on April 11, 2026, in Honolulu, HI.

Fighting for the fourth straight time at Mohegan Sun Arena, Lardy Navarro has added three straight wins to his record over Anthony Sanchez, Anthony Foye and Jack Grady. Robert Fichtner fights for the second time under the BKFC banner after competing in a hotly contested battle against Joby Steffensmeier on June 19, 2026. 

Fighting in the featherweight division, highly touted Joey ‘The ‘Raging Warrior’ Gambino, (1-0), of Saugerties, NY looks to stay perfect against former world title challenger Tommy Strydom, (4-2), of South Africa. 

Light heavyweight newcomers will face off as Chris Perreault of St. Johnsbury, VT faces Groton, CT native Joe Powers. Lightweight ‘Nasty’ Nate Ghareeb, (0-1), of Southampton, MA battles Nash ‘The Ghost’ Diederichs, (1-2), of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada. Fighting in a women’s bantamweight clash, Alexandra ‘The Great’ Ballou, (0-0-1), of Bethlehem, CT looks for her first win against upset minded Sophia Hayes, (0-1), of Vermont. Bantamweight will see action as Jared Lennon, (1-1), of Lowell, MA toes the line against Dominick Carey, (1-1), of Troy, NY. 

Social Media

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Website: www.BKFC.com

Las Vegas – Dana White’s Contender Series, the iconic talent-discovery show, is set to debut on Paramount+ with its historic 10th season featuring the newest crop of UFC hopefuls looking to impress Dana White and the UFC matchmakers for the chance to secure a contract with the UFC. 

Season 10 is scheduled for 10 Tuesday night episodes, with the first taking place on Tuesday, August 11 at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT, with all five bouts streaming exclusively on Paramount+.

First debuting in 2017, the brainchild of UFC President and CEO Dana White has resulted in over 300 total contracts froms its first nine seasons and Dana White’s Contender Series: Brazil – including four UFC champions in Sean O’Malley, Jamahal Hill, Jack Della Maddalena and Carlos Ulberg. Other notable alumni include top-ranked UFC contenders and stars such as Lone’er Kavanagh, Kevin Vallejos, Jacobe Smith, David Martinez, Ateba Gautier, Quillan Salkilld, Payton Talbott, Jean Silva, Carlos Prates, Josh Hokit, Mauricio Ruffy, Kevin Holland, Caio Borralho, Brendan Allen and Joe Pyfer.

Visit the UFC.com for information and additional content to support your UFC coverage.

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About UFC®

About UFC®

UFC® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts (MMA) organization, with more than 700 million fans and approximately 363 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 an estimated 1 billion broadcast and digital households across 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.

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