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?

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

The UFC’s success is attributed to conformists, while Luke Rockhold claims genuine fighters like him and Francis Ngannou are essential

Luke Rockhold, the 38-year-old former UFC and Strikeforce champion, has revealed that having his fighting career effectively controlled by the UFC was a reason for his temporary retirement last year. He felt like he was offered limited options and that there was little autonomy, with the UFC controlling how much he could earn, on what terms and who he would face in the ring. Rockhold also … Continue reading The UFC’s success is attributed to conformists, while Luke Rockhold claims genuine fighters like him and Francis Ngannou are essential

BKFC 41 face-to-face encounter between Luke Rockhold and Mike Perry turns intense as they exchange heated words, including “you’re the booger man now!”

In the upcoming BKFC 41, the atmosphere between Luke Rockhold and Mike Perry is tense. The match will be held at the 1stBank Center in Broomfield, Colo., where Rockhold will make his debut as a bare-knuckle boxer after a decade in the UFC. Perry transitioned to the pugilistic side of the game and already has a 2-0 BKFC record. Rockhold and Perry swore to test … Continue reading BKFC 41 face-to-face encounter between Luke Rockhold and Mike Perry turns intense as they exchange heated words, including “you’re the booger man now!”

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.

UFC veteran Michael Bisping advises Francis Ngannou to return to UFC for his best chance at success

According to BKFC President David Feldman, Francis Ngannou’s asking price was deemed ‘unrealistic’ by the company in a pre-fight press conference for BKFC 41. This has left many in the combat sports community worrying that Ngannou has priced himself out of other options after failing to reach a deal with the UFC. Although the PFL might seem like a viable alternative, former UFC heavyweight champion … Continue reading UFC veteran Michael Bisping advises Francis Ngannou to return to UFC for his best chance at success

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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