BKFC News
Just Scrap Radio Ep. 135 with John Dodson and Andre Petroski
Cole Shelton - August 15, 2023
In the 135th episode of Just Scrap Radio on BJPENN.com, host Cole Shelton is live ahead of UFC 292 and recapping BKFC 48. We’re first joined by the new BKFC flyweight champion John Dodson (1:17). Closing out the show is UFC middleweight Andre Petroski (14:31). Sorry for only two guests, we did have interviews with Rob Font and Mario Bautista that went out after their opponents pulled out, as well as an interview scheduled with Geoff Neal before he withdrew.
Bryce Hall lays out three-fight plan to return to influencer boxing that ends with KSI bout
Cole Shelton - August 10, 2023
Bryce Hall isn’t done fighting in influencer boxing. Hall made his influencer boxing debut back in June of 2021 when he took on YouTuber Austin McBroom. In the lead-up to the fight, Hall was oozing with confidence, but it was McBroom who wound up winning by third-round TKO.
Mike Perry inks new multi-fight deal with BKFC
Harry Kettle - August 10, 2023
Bare-knuckle boxer Mike Perry has signed a new multi-fight deal with BKFC as his hot run with the company continues. Across the last few years, you could argue that very few fighters in combat sports have been as entertaining as Mike Perry. From his antics outside of the ring to what he’s done in it, this is the kind of guy you can rely on to put on fun bouts.
John Dodson vows to KO JR Ridge in the first round to win inaugural flyweight title at BFKC 48, takes aim at Reggie Barnett Jr.
Cole Shelton - August 9, 2023
John Dodson is honored to be fighting for the inaugural BKFC flyweight title. Dodson is set to headline BKFC 48 on Friday in Albuquerque, New Mexico for the inaugural flyweight title. It’s a massive fight for Dodson in just his third bare-knuckle fight.
Just Scrap Radio Ep. 134 with Bryce Hall, Vicente Luque, John Dodson, Chris Daukaus, Isaac Dulgarian, Francis Marshall
Cole Shelton - August 8, 2023
The 134th episode of Just Scrap Radio on BJPENN.com with host Cole Shelton is live ahead of UFC Vegas 78 and BKFC 48 this weekend. We’re first joined by YouTuber and influencer Bryce Hall (2:35). Next, 10th-ranked UFC welterweight Vicente Luque (17:25) stops by. BKFC flyweight John Dodson (39:16) then joins the show. UFC light heavyweight Chris Daukaus (51:28) then comes on. Closing out the program is UFC featherweights Isaac Dulgarian (1:15:17) and Francis Marshall (1:25:45)
Luke Rockhold teases next signing after BKFC loss to Mike Perry: "We're talking"
Josh Evanoff - June 27, 2023
BKFC light-heavyweight contender Luke Rockhold is looking elsewhere for his next contest. The former UFC middleweight champion left the promotion following a loss to Paulo Costa last August. While Luke Rockhold initially retired from fighting after that loss, he’s since changed his mind. He was later released from the company and signed with BKFC earlier this year.
Joe Rogan believes Conor McGregor fighting Mike Perry in BKFC would do at least a million PPV buys: “That would be f**king bananas”
Harry Kettle - June 23, 2023
Joe Rogan thinks Conor McGregor vs Mike Perry in bare-knuckle boxing has the potential to sell over a million pay-per-views. It’s safe to say that the future is uncertain for Conor McGregor. While he’s expected to take on Michael Chandler in his return to the Octagon, he has yet to enroll back into the USADA testing pool. In addition, he’s also facing sexual assault charges stemming from an alleged incident at an NBA Finals game.
Former UFC title challenger John Dodson booked to fight for inaugural BKFC flyweight championship
Harry Kettle - June 16, 2023
John Dodson is set to compete for the inaugural BKFC flyweight championship, the promotion has announced. Throughout the course of his career, John Dodson has always been entertaining to watch. From The Ultimate Fighter to challenging for a UFC title and beyond, he’s made it a mission of his to put on great fights. Now, he’s juggling both mixed martial arts and bare-knuckle boxing.
Houston Alexander doubts BKFC 43 main event fight against Jeremy Smith goes past two rounds
Cole Shelton - May 17, 2023
Houston Alexander is ecstatic to be fighting back at home in Omaha, Nebraska. Alexander is set to headline BKFC 43 against Jeremy Smith. The 51-year-old is 3-0 in BKFC and many thought he would get a title shot after he knocked out Joey Beltran his last time out. Yet, he isn’t worried about getting a title shot and just wanted to fight and when he got matched up against Smith, he admits he wasn’t too familiar with him.
Colby Covington slams "UFC washouts" for competing under BKFC: "They couldn’t make it in the UFC"
Lewis Simpson - May 15, 2023
The sport of mixed martial arts has grown rapidly over the last decade, and bare-knuckle boxing is quickly following the same footprint. However, the next welterweight title challenger, Colby Covington, isn’t a fan of the sport. The past face, the violent and bloody sport, has made it extremely popular among hardcore combat sports fanatics who crave the chaos of what bare-knuckle boxing brings. Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC) are the leading organization in the sport and has a reputation for handsomely paying its athletes. This has resulted in former UFC fighters eager to test their skills between the ropes for a lucrative payday.
Cris Cyborg says she would be willing to fight in BKFC, would want to train with Mike Perry before debut
Harry Kettle - May 3, 2023
Cris Cyborg has revealed that she would be interested in competing in bare-knuckle boxing before she walks away from combat sports. Within the mixed martial arts realm, Cris Cyborg is easily one of the best female fighters of all time. She’s won belts in a handful of major organizations, and in recent times, she’s only lost to Amanda Nunes – a woman that many consider to be in the GOAT conversation.
BKFC's David Feldman reveals mainstream television deal expected by July: "Two years ago it was a dream"
Josh Evanoff - May 2, 2023
BKFC President David Feldman has revealed that the company is working on a television deal. Over the weekend, the promotion held its biggest card to date. BKFC 41 went down in Colorado, with the event being broadcast on pay-per-view. In the main event, UFC veterans Mike Perry and Luke Rockhold went toe-to-toe, with Eddie Alvarez and Chad Mendes clashing in the co-main.
Darren Till congratulates Mike Perry following his win over Luke Rockhold at BKFC 41: “Congrats to my best friend”
Harry Kettle - May 1, 2023
Former UFC fighter Darren Till has praised Mike Perry following his latest bare-knuckle boxing victory over the weekend. It’s no secret that Mike Perry is very good at bare-knuckle boxing. During his time with BKFC, he has been able to accumulate a 3-0 record with the promotion.
Chad Mendes explains decision to retire following loss to Eddie Alvarez at BKFC 41: "I had no desire"
Jeffrey Walter - April 30, 2023
Chad Mendes decided to end his combat sports career after suffering a split decision loss to Eddie Alvarez at BKFC 41. Mendes (1-1 BKFC, 18-5 MMA) and Alvarez (30-8 and two No Contests MMA, 1-0 BKFC) collided in the co-headliner of Saturday’s Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship event in Denver, Colorado.
BKFC president David Feldman on Conor McGregor's appearance at BKFC 41: "Definitely a gigantic moment for us"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - April 30, 2023
BKFC president David Feldman was all smiles following BKFC 41 thanks to Conor McGregor’s appearance. McGregor was in attendance and shouted advice to both Eddie Alvarez and Chad Mendes during their five-round slugfest. To top it off, McGregor got inside the ring at the end of the night and had a staredown with Mike Perry. The two exchanged pleasantries and McGregor teased a possible fight under bare knuckle rules.
Chael Sonnen says Chad Mendes “out-brawled” Eddie Alvarez in BKFC 41 co-main event: “That has never happened”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - April 30, 2023
Chael Sonnen believes that Chad Mendes “out-brawled” Eddie Alvarez despite suffering a split decision loss at BKFC 41. Mendes and Alvarez had a five-round barn burner inside the 1stBank Center in Denver, Colorado. As mentioned, Alvarez ultimately had his hand raised.
Luke Rockhold suffered multiple cracked teeth in loss to Mike Perry at BKFC 41 (Photo)
Christopher Taylor - April 29, 2023
Former UFC champion Luke Rockhold suffered multiple cracked teeth in tonight’s loss to Mike Perry at BKFC 41. Perry (14-8 MMA, 3-0 BKFC) and Rockhold (16-6 MMA, 0-1 BKFC) squared off in tonight’s event headliner from Denver, Colorado.
Conor McGregor squares off with Mike Perry after BKFC 41 main event (Video)
Christopher Taylor - April 29, 2023
Former UFC champ-champ Conor McGregor squared off with Mike Perry following the conclusion of tonight’s BKFC 41 main event. Perry (14-8 MMA, 3-0 BKFC) took on former UFC middleweight champion Luke Rockhold (16-6 MMA, 0-1 BKFC) in tonight’s highly anticipated event headliner.