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Alan Belcher’s BKFC heavyweight title reign has ended, but he’s coming back to the promotion

Alan Belcher, the former BKFC heavyweight champion, has been stripped of his title just four months after winning it. BKFC president David Feldman announced the decision on Tuesday, citing interference with the organization’s plans as the reason for the move. Instead of crowning an interim champion, BKFC opted to strip Belcher’s title and will hold a fight to determine a new heavyweight champion in the … Continue reading Alan Belcher’s BKFC heavyweight title reign has ended, but he’s coming back to the promotion

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Ben Rothwell chastises BKFC heavyweight champion Alan Belcher, stating, “Cease talking and face me already”

Ben Rothwell has improved his bare-knuckle boxing record to 2-0 after his victory over Josh Copeland at BKFC 41. The former UFC heavyweight contender, who had scored a 19-second knockout in his promotional debut, won in the third round after a much harder fight than he had anticipated. Rothwell was hit by two punches from Copeland within the first 10 seconds of the fight, resulting … Continue reading Ben Rothwell chastises BKFC heavyweight champion Alan Belcher, stating, “Cease talking and face me already”

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Ben Rothwell dominates Josh Copeland at BKFC 41, victory secured after corner throws in the towel

Ben Rothwell showcased his prowess and resilience as he clinched his second consecutive win in a bare-knuckle contest, beating Josh Copeland in an action-packed bout at BKFC 41. The erstwhile UFC veteran, this time around, faced tougher opposition in the form of Copeland, who kept Rothwell on his toes from the first whistle, launching a series of powerful punches, especially in the opening round, before … Continue reading Ben Rothwell dominates Josh Copeland at BKFC 41, victory secured after corner throws in the towel

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Don’t miss out on the BKFC 41 Perry vs. Rockhold results, the latest update in the world of bare-knuckle fighting

The Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC) 41 event was held on the night of Saturday, July 24, at the 1stBank Center in Bloomfield, Colorado. BKFC 41 featured a star-studded lineup that featured several top names from the UFC and Bellator. In the main event of BKFC 41, Mike Perry squared off against former UFC champion Luke Rockhold in a light heavyweight title match. Throughout the … Continue reading Don’t miss out on the BKFC 41 Perry vs. Rockhold results, the latest update in the world of bare-knuckle fighting

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Post-fight analysis of BKFC 41 & UFC Vegas 72: Was BKFC’s fight lineup the most impressive of the weekend?

In the aftermath of the electrifying spectacle that was BKFC 41, MMA Fighting’s team José Youngs, Steven Marracco and E. Casey Leydon, offer their expert reactions to the various highlights of the event. Among the riveting moments discussed are Eddie Alvarez’s split decision victory in his BKFC debut, Chad Mendes’ retirement, Mike Perry’s unusual TKO triumph over Luke Rockhold, Conor McGregor’s appearance at BKFC, Ben … Continue reading Post-fight analysis of BKFC 41 & UFC Vegas 72: Was BKFC’s fight lineup the most impressive of the weekend?

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Crafting fight predictions for the BKFC 41 showdown between Perry and Rockhold via an exclusive roundtable discussion

Saturday night at BKFC 41, Mike Perry and Luke Rockhold will fight in a five-round bare-knuckle boxing grudge match at the 1st Bank Center in Broomfield, Colo. Alongside a card littered with familiar UFC names, MMA Fighting’s Shaun Al-Shatti, Steven Marrocco, and Jed Meshew predict the winners of BKFC 41’s four most compelling pay-per-view bouts. Al-Shatti believes Perry is more well-suited than any other fighter … Continue reading Crafting fight predictions for the BKFC 41 showdown between Perry and Rockhold via an exclusive roundtable discussion

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Previewing BKFC 41 and UFC Vegas 72: Is the highly anticipated bout between Mike Perry and Luke Rockhold the weekend’s highlight?

As two of the fighting world’s most captivating and exciting athletes, Mike Perry and Luke Rockhold are drawing attention and admiration from fans and pundits alike. So much so, that some are wondering if the UFC’s offering this weekend will not be the best event in combat sports. This intriguing topic is the main focus of MMA Fighting’s Shaun Al-Shatti, Alexander K. Lee, and Jed … Continue reading Previewing BKFC 41 and UFC Vegas 72: Is the highly anticipated bout between Mike Perry and Luke Rockhold the weekend’s highlight?

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Ben Rothwell defends bare-knuckle fighting against critics, stating that MMA poses greater risks

Ben Rothwell, the 41-year-old heavyweight fighter who recently signed with the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC), is finally enjoying his career after spending 20 years in MMA. He points out the amount of punishment his body no longer has to endure during training, preparation, and competition, which took a great toll on him. While he understands that some people find bare-knuckle fighting too brutal, he … Continue reading Ben Rothwell defends bare-knuckle fighting against critics, stating that MMA poses greater risks

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Chael Sonnen enlisted as part of the BKFC 41 broadcast crew with Austin Trout and Chris Lytle

On Saturday, BKFC 41 will see the debut of former UFC champion Luke Rockhold in a bare-knuckle boxing match against Mike Perry, and joining the broadcast team for the event will be renowned copywriter and journalist, Chael Sonnen. Sonnen is no stranger to BKFC events, as he previously hosted a pre-fight press conference for BKFC 41 and even stood between the fighters during an intense … Continue reading Chael Sonnen enlisted as part of the BKFC 41 broadcast crew with Austin Trout and Chris Lytle

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BKFC 41 features UFC veteran Josh ‘Cuddly Bear’ Copeland replacing the original opponent for Ben Rothwell.

BKFC 41 is set to feature a new pairing for Ben Rothwell’s upcoming bare-knuckle fight. Rothwell will be facing Josh “Cuddly Bear” Copeland, who was a late replacement for Josh Watson. The announcement was made by the BKFC on Monday. Watson was forced to withdraw from the fight with Rothwell due to an injury. Copeland, who has previously competed in UFC, PFL, and World Series … Continue reading BKFC 41 features UFC veteran Josh ‘Cuddly Bear’ Copeland replacing the original opponent for Ben Rothwell.

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BKFC President David Feldman believes Francis Ngannou is demanding excessive compensation

BKFC President David Feldman has disclosed that he and his team have been in contact with former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou, but negotiations are not progressing smoothly. Speaking at a press conference held in Las Vegas on Tuesday ahead of BKFC’s event on April 29, Feldman appeared to be uncertain about the likelihood of a deal being reached anytime soon when asked about heavyweight … Continue reading BKFC President David Feldman believes Francis Ngannou is demanding excessive compensation

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Luke Rockhold believes Mike Perry lacks understanding of their upcoming BKFC bout

Upon learning of the offer from Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC), Luke Rockhold initially had doubts but eventually realized that the proposal was all about freedom. As a free agent, he signed on to fight against Mike Perry in the five-round, 185-pound main event of BKFC 41. He is one of two former UFC champions making their promotional debut on the card, alongside Eddie Alvarez. … Continue reading Luke Rockhold believes Mike Perry lacks understanding of their upcoming BKFC bout

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