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Luis Palomino claims that top fighters like Eddie Alvarez and Chad Mendes are dodging him, as he criticizes them for not facing him

Luis Palomino has been the most successful fighter in the history of the BKFC, having gone 8-0 and become a two-division champion. Despite being touted as the face of the promotion, Palomino is still waiting for the chance to headline against a high-profile opponent signed in free agency. He has consistently called out fighters like Eddie Alvarez, Chad Mendes, and Mike Perry, but his requests … Continue reading Luis Palomino claims that top fighters like Eddie Alvarez and Chad Mendes are dodging him, as he criticizes them for not facing him

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BKFC’s head hints at their next significant event slated for September, vowing not to disappoint their fans again

BKFC, the leading bare-knuckle fighting promotion, has announced it is targeting September for its next major card after a successful event in Denver. Following a card that saw Mike Perry defeat ex-UFC champion Luke Rockhold and a brawl between Eddie Alvarez and Chad Mendes, UFC superstar Conor McGregor also attended the event. BKFC president David Feldman is keen to build on the momentum and has … Continue reading BKFC’s head hints at their next significant event slated for September, vowing not to disappoint their fans again

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Eddie Alvarez defends his wife’s notorious shouting during his fights and dismisses any criticism

Eddie Alvarez is unapologetic about his wife, Jamie Alvarez. She is a devoted and loving wife to the MMA legend, and her presence is always felt in the arena during his fights. Jamie is known for her constant yelling of “EDDIE!” throughout the fight, which has become a meme in the MMA community. Jamie was once again in attendance for her husband’s bare-knuckle fight with … Continue reading Eddie Alvarez defends his wife’s notorious shouting during his fights and dismisses any criticism

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Eddie Alvarez talks about his BKFC 41 experience with Conor McGregor, and believes McGregor will flourish in bare-knuckle fighting

Former UFC champion Eddie Alvarez was pleased to have shared a moment with Conor McGregor this weekend at BKFC 41. Making his bare-knuckle boxing debut at the co-main event, Alvarez won a hard-fought split decision against Chad Mendes in a highly anticipated fight. McGregor was present at the event and enjoyed himself so much that he even shouted some advice to Alvarez during the match. … Continue reading Eddie Alvarez talks about his BKFC 41 experience with Conor McGregor, and believes McGregor will flourish in bare-knuckle fighting

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Eddie Alvarez narrowly wins split decision over Chad Mendes in an intense battle at BKFC 41, as Mendes announces retirement

Eddie Alvarez proved his worth as a combat sports athlete once again by achieving victory in his debut bare-knuckle bout against Chad Mendes. The two ex-UFC fighters engaged in a fierce altercation, with each scoring two knockdowns during the five-round back-and-forth contest. While the judges awarded Bella Vista a split decision, with two scorecards of 47-46 in his favour and one of 47-46 in favour … Continue reading Eddie Alvarez narrowly wins split decision over Chad Mendes in an intense battle at BKFC 41, as Mendes announces retirement

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Industry experts discuss Mike Perry’s bizarre triumph over Luke Rockhold in BKFC 41’s headline bout: “Did he actually dislodge a tooth?”

The bare-knuckle boxing fight between Luke Rockhold and Mike Perry left fight fans unsure of what to expect as these two experienced fighters stepped into the ring. Rockhold, a former UFC and Strikeforce champion, was making his bare-knuckle debut after being released from the UFC. Rockhold’s most recent fight was against Paulo Costa at UFC 278, where he unfortunately lost via a highly-entertaining decision. However, … Continue reading Industry experts discuss Mike Perry’s bizarre triumph over Luke Rockhold in BKFC 41’s headline bout: “Did he actually dislodge a tooth?”

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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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Conor McGregor expresses interest in a potential fight with Mike Perry following their face-off at BKFC 41

Conor McGregor made a surprise appearance at BKFC 41 on Saturday and took a friendly faceoff against Mike Perry in the ring. The Irish superstar was warmly welcomed by the Denver crowd as he made his way ringside to watch Chad Mendes and Eddie Alvarez, both former opponents, clash in the co-main event. In the headlining event, McGregor witnessed Perry defeat ex-UFC champion Luke Rockhold … Continue reading Conor McGregor expresses interest in a potential fight with Mike Perry following their face-off at BKFC 41

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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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Chad Mendes contemplates retirement, but meeting Eddie Alvarez for the largest paycheck seems fitting for his exit

Chad Mendes is taking his career one fight at a time, after being tempted out of retirement by BKFC with an offer he couldn’t refuse. The former UFC featherweight title challenger admits he wasn’t looking to compete again after retiring in 2018, but jumped at the opportunity to pick up an impressive win in his bare-knuckle debut. After which, he stood at the crossroads once … Continue reading Chad Mendes contemplates retirement, but meeting Eddie Alvarez for the largest paycheck seems fitting for his exit

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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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