Mike Perry News
Mike Perry and Darren Till trade verbal jabs over previous sparring session: “I'd knock you clean out with a jab”
Harry Kettle - October 3, 2023
Mike Perry and Darren Till have gone back and forth with one another over a previous sparring battle and a future boxing match. For years, Mike Perry and Darren Till have had an interesting relationship. They haven’t actually competed against one another in a professional bout, but they’ve had a sparring session together – and they’ve bounced back and forth between being enemies and friends.
Mike Perry receives BKFC callout from longtime UFC contender: “I can’t want to beat up this a**hole”
Harry Kettle - October 2, 2023
BKFC star Mike Perry has been called out by former UFC sensation Francisco Trinaldo for a bare-knuckle boxing match. It’s no secret at this stage to say that Mike Perry belongs in bare-knuckle boxing. He’s become an even bigger star than from his time in the UFC, with a parade of fighters and celebrities wanting to take him on in the ring. Of course, he can’t face them all, despite how much he’d probably want to do so.
Mike Perry teases a former UFC champion as his next opponent for BKFC: “Cut the check and cut his neck”
Harry Kettle - September 25, 2023
BKFC star Mike Perry has teased a showdown with a former UFC champion for his next fight in the promotion. Over the course of the last few years, Mike Perry has carved out a fantastic niche for himself in the world of combat sports. Following his run with the Ultimate Fighting Championship, he decided to test the waters in bare-knuckle boxing. Ever since then, it’s safe to say that he has become the face of BKFC.
Mike Perry taunts Darren Till in hopes of securing bare knuckle boxing match: “Wouldn’t it be something if I rawdogged those cheeks”
Harry Kettle - September 18, 2023
Mike Perry has taunted Darren Till with his hope being that he can secure a bare-knuckle boxing match against him in the future. Right now, it’s pretty clear to see that Mike Perry is the king of bare-knuckle boxing. His transition over from mixed martial arts has been incredible, with many noting that he’s quickly become the face of BKFC. He’s willing to take on all challengers, and he’s made a real name for himself as a result of it.
Mike Perry says he never considered going back to the UFC in free agency because "the pay cut would have been too massive"
Cole Shelton - September 6, 2023
Mike Perry says he never thought about going back to the UFC during his free agency. After Perry scored a TKO win over Luke Rockhold at BKFC 41 in April of this year, he had fought out his deal with Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship. Immediately, many fans were curious to see if he would go back to the UFC or if he would stay with BKFC.
Mike Perry issues violent warning to Logan Paul: "I change people"
Josh Evanoff - August 31, 2023
Mike Perry believes Logan Paul made a mistake in picking him as the backup for his boxing match. ‘The Maverick’ is set to return to the ring in October, in the co-main event of KSI vs. Tommy Fury. There, Logan Paul is expected to face Dillon Danis. ‘El Jefe’, was previously slated to make his boxing debut in January against the aforementioned KSI. But, he withdrew for unknown reasons.
UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones dubs Mike Perry as ‘the best African fighter’ over Israel Adesanya and Dricus Du Plessis
Susan Cox - August 30, 2023
UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones has dubbed Mike Perry as ‘the best African fighter’ over Israel Adesanya and Dricus Du Plessis. It should be noted that Mike Perry (14-8 MMA) has previously told the MMA community that he’s legally allowed to use the N-word because a DNA kit revealed he’s two percent African.
Dillon Danis explains why Mike Perry being the backup fighter and having faceoff with Logan Paul "bothers” him
Cole Shelton - August 28, 2023
Dillon Danis isn’t a fan of Logan Paul hyping up Mike Perry as the backup fighter for their boxing match. Danis and Paul are set to box on Oct. 14 in Manchester, England in a fight that has gotten personal. However, after the fight was announced, Paul admitted he was nervous that Danis would even show up and if he pulled out for a fake injury, he would have to pay $100,000.
Mike Perry revealed as backup fighter for Logan Paul vs. Dillon Danis
Josh Evanoff - August 22, 2023
BKFC contender Mike Perry has been revealed as the backup boxer for Logan Paul vs. Dillon Danis. Earlier today, ‘The Maverick’ and ‘El Jefe’ attended the first press conference for their boxing match. In the co-main event of KSI vs. Tommy Fury, things quickly got heated between the two fighters. Today, Logan Paul and Dillon Danis again got personal, and the presser was called off early.
Mike Perry challenges former UFC champion Robbie Lawler to fight in BKFC
Fernando Quiles - August 16, 2023
Former UFC fighter and current BKFC bare-knuckle boxer Mike Perry has called out Robbie Lawler. Lawler retired from pro MMA competition following his vintage knockout victory over Niko Price at UFC 290. Many fans and experts believe that the win was a great way for “Ruthless” to leave the sport. Now, “Platinum” is trying to lure Lawler back in the competitive fight game.
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.
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.
Mike Perry wants to be the backup fighter for Jake Paul vs. Nate Diaz
Fernando Quiles - May 24, 2023
Chael Sonnen alleges Mike Perry was supposed to face off with Donald Cerrone and not Conor McGregor at BKFC 41: "He overlooked Cowboy"
Josh Evanoff - May 10, 2023
According to Chael Sonnen, the ending of BKFC 41 almost looked very different. The card went down late last month from Colorado and was the promotion’s biggest card to date. The main event featured former UFC stars Mike Perry and Luke Rockhold going head-to-head. Meanwhile, Chad Mendes and Eddie Alvarez clashed in the co-feature, in a fight for the ages.
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.
WATCH | Replay shows the punch that knocked Luke Rockhold's tooth out in BKFC 41 fight against Mike Perry
Cole Shelton - May 1, 2023
Slow motion video has been released of the Mike Perry punch that broke the tooth of Luke Rockhold. Rockhold entered the bout with a ton of confidence and in the first round, he landed a solid shot that stunned Perry. From then on, however, Perry brought it to Rockhold and in the second round, ‘Platinum’ landed a punch that sent Rockhold’s tooth flying.
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.
Mike Perry reveals he’s a free agent, says he want to “throw hands” with Conor McGregor
Fernando Quiles - April 30, 2023
Mike Perry claims he’s a free agent and is open to trading hands with Conor McGregor. The former UFC fighter headlined BKFC 41 inside the 1stBank Center in Denver, Colorado. He shared the ring with Luke Rockhold, a former UFC Middleweight Champion. In the second stanza, Rockhold looked at referee Dan Miragliotta and pointed to his jaw. After taking a brief look, Miragliotta stopped the fight.
Mike Perry reacts after cracking Luke Rockhold’s teeth in TKO win at BKFC 41
Christopher Taylor - April 30, 2023
Mike Perry earned another big win in the bare knuckle boxing ring this evening stopping former UFC middleweight champion Luke Rockhold. Perry (14-8 MMA, 3-0 BKFC) was returning to action this evening in Denver for the first time since defeating Michael Page last August at BKFC London. ‘Platinum’ had gone a perfect 2-0 to start his Bare Knuckle Boxing career and was confident that the former UFC title holder would become his next victim in the sport.