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Philadelphia is gearing up for a monumental moment as BKFC debits in the City of Brotherly Love on January 25. The Wells Fargo Center will host BKFC KnuckleMania V, a blockbuster event headlined by hometown hero Eddie Alvarez clashing with fellow MMA veteran Jeremy Stephens.
For BKFC president David Feldman, the event represents more than just another show—it’s a personal milestone.
"That show’s going to be sick,” Feldman shared. “It’s going to be unbelievable. It will be the biggest moment of my professional career, absolutely, and that will be unbelievable.”
Both Feldman and Alvarez hail from Philadelphia, adding emotional weight to the promotion’s first Pennsylvania event, a state that only recently sanctioned bare-knuckle fighting in 2023.
This fight marks Alvarez’s third appearance under the BKFC banner. After a triumphant debut against Chad Mendes, Alvarez hit a roadblock with a TKO loss to Mike Perry. Now, the former UFC lightweight champion is laser-focused on delivering an electrifying performance for his hometown crowd. It’s been over 14 years since Alvarez fought in Philadelphia, and this return promises to be nothing short of spectacular.
While Alvarez has the hometown advantage, Jeremy Stephens is no stranger to upsetting the odds. Riding a 2-0 streak in BKFC, with wins over Jimmie Rivera and Bobby Taylor, Stephens enters the bout determined to derail Alvarez’s Philly homecoming.
BKFC KnuckleMania V is shaping up to be a star-studded affair. Alongside the Alvarez-Stephens clash, rumors swirl around Mike Perry’s inclusion on the card. Feldman’s ambition for this event is clear: to make it an unforgettable spectacle for the fans and the sport.
As the clock ticks down to January 25, Philadelphia prepares for an adrenaline-fueled night that will redefine its combat sports history.
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