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The world of combat sports is abuzz as talks of a potential clash between two legendary fighters, Robbie Lawler and Mike Perry, take center stage. Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC) founder David Feldman recently confirmed ongoing negotiations for this thrilling matchup, which could see the two warriors face off in the bare-knuckle ring later this year.
Mike Perry, also known as ‘Platinum,’ has become one of the biggest stars in BKFC. His April triumph over Thiago Alves via a first-round knockout was nothing short of electrifying, cementing his reputation as a fierce competitor. However, Perry’s journey has had its ups and downs.
Following a loss to Jake Paul in a boxing match in July, rumors swirled about his standing within BKFC, especially after co-owner Conor McGregor’s public discontent. But Perry’s recent appearance at a BKFC event in Florida reignited his fire, as he boldly called out Robbie Lawler.
Robbie Lawler, fondly nicknamed ‘Ruthless,’ retired from MMA in style with a knockout victory over Niko Price at UFC 290 in July 2023. Surprisingly, Lawler was present at the same BKFC event where Perry issued his challenge. While initially downplaying the callout, reports from Feldman suggest Lawler is keen on testing his mettle in the bare-knuckle arena.
In a conversation with Ariel Helwani, Feldman shed light on the ongoing discussions, stating,
“We’re working on it, we’re working on it. Yeah, [Robbie wants to do it]. We’re working out a deal with the UFC. That’s a sick fight, right?”
He also hinted that a resolution might be reached within two weeks. Feldman’s excitement extended beyond this potential matchup, with other fighters like Darren Till expressing interest in taking on Perry.
This fight promises to be a monumental event in combat sports, pitting Lawler’s MMA legacy against Perry’s rising BKFC stardom. Fans can only hope that negotiations between BKFC and UFC culminate in the showdown they’ve been waiting for.
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