The Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC) is set to make its inaugural appearance in Dubai with a thrilling two-day event on April 4 and 5, 2025, at the Dubai Duty Free Stadium. This historic occasion promises an electrifying showcase of raw combat sports, featuring top-tier fighters from around the globe. (More Sports News)
The Dubai doubleheader marks a significant milestone for BKFC, underscoring the sport's rapid international expansion. Fans can anticipate a series of intense bouts across various weight classes, culminating in championship title fights on both days.
Day 1: BKFC 71 Dubai – April 4, 2025
The highlight of the first day is the Welterweight Championship bout between reigning champion Austin Trout and the undefeated Carlos Trinidad-Snake. Additionally, the co-main event features Britain Hart defending her Women's Strawweight Championship against Tai Emery.
The Welterweights division will pit Vladislav Tuinov (Russia) against Adel Al Tamimi (USA/Iraq), while Matin Safari (Iran) will face Mark Angel Sadang (Philippines) in the Lightweights category.
Day 2: BKFC 72 Dubai – April 5, 2025
The second day features the Featherweight Championship clash between current champion Kai Stewart and challenger Tommy Strydom. The co-main event will see Hannah Rankin and Jessica Borga competing for the inaugural Women's Featherweight Championship.
Bantamweight competitors include Mohd Azahar (India) versus Muhammad Bilal (Pakistan), while the Featherweights (145 lbs) will see exciting matches with Shamil Dzhakhbarov (Russia) facing Dilshat Nurym (Kazakhstan), and multiple international fighters like Dan Chapman (UK), Brandon Allen (USA), Hannah Rankin (UK), Jessica Borga (USA), Kai Stewart (USA), and Tommy Strydom (South Africa).
Live Streaming Details
For fans unable to attend in person, BKFC offers multiple live streaming options:
- BKFC Official Website: Stream the events live at the official platform for BKFC live events and exclusive content.
- Amazon Prime Video: BKFC 72 Dubai will be available for live streaming on Prime Video. The event is scheduled to air on April 5, 2025, at 11:55 AM EDT.
- TrillerTV: BKFC events, including the Dubai doubleheader, can be streamed live via TrillerTV.
Tickets for this landmark event start at AED 399, with premium VIP packages available for those seeking an enhanced experience. The Dubai Duty Free Stadium provides an intimate viewing environment, ensuring fans are close to the action while maintaining the highest standards of safety and comfort.
BKFC's Dubai debut is poised to be a landmark event in combat sports, offering fans an unparalleled experience of bare-knuckle boxing at its finest.
