Few in the world of MMA can rival Conor McGregor when it comes to business. The former two-division champion secured a minority stake in David Feldman’s BKFC in April 2024 and has since become a driving force within the promotion. With relentless dedication, McGregor has been actively promoting events and amplifying the brand’s intensity. In the fast-paced world of combat sports, he has even outpaced Dana White, as the upcoming showdown in Italy promises to take things to the next level.
Taking to his Instagram handle, Conor McGregor uploaded a story where he posted a video of BKFC promotion and emphasized the tickets for the marquee event are available for sale. Headlined by Chris Camozzi and Lorenzo Hunt, BKFC Florence will be live from Palazzo Wanny in Florence, Italy, on April 26. Unlike White, who prefers London, BKFC is quite dynamic as they are not shy about their location.
Interestingly, Dana White planned to visit Europe after Ilia Topuria claimed the featherweight title from Alexander Volkanovski at UFC 298. Following his victory, ‘El Matador’ called on the UFC CEO to host an event at the Santiago Bernabéu.
While White considered the idea, it never materialized. With BKFC making inroads in becoming a household name in the world of combat sports, Conor McGregor has come forward to assert that he will be returning to combat with BKFC.
“If you think I am up here, giving these speeches and leading these men into battle, and I won’t step in there myself, think again. For sure, Conor McGregor will fight in Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship, mark my words,” said ‘Mystic Mac’ in a conversation with the media at BKFC Italy presser.
If Conor McGregor returned by fighting in BKFC, it would be major news, and the stocks for the $411 million organization would soar off the charts. Well, as problems mount for the UFC CEO, a veteran has come forward to call out Dana White for injustice as he plans to partner up with BKFC.
Mark Hunt wants to join Conor McGregor’s BKFC soon
Former UFC heavyweight, Mark Hunt and Dana White have a very sour relationship. Time and time again, the former UFC fighter has called out the UFC CEO for stringent contracts. Interestingly, the fighter has explained that there’s a high chance that David Feldman-led BKFC will take him under their banner, “I haven’t been in talks, I’ve just been speaking with Gabriel who’s a good friend of mine. And, you know, I did say to him I wanted to be a silent partner in this whole scenario,” said Hunt in a conversation with ‘From The Studio’
He further added, “But, you know, we’ll see where talks go from there. I just finished my lawsuit, I’m just waiting for it to be mandated into law and then, you know, be part of this. But like I said for me to walk out… in that stadium. I’ll be 51, it would be something amazing for me. And, you know, to end on that note in the career, you know. Not only being a part owner of the BKFC, but you know, being one of the wealthiest… fighter in history ever.”
Fairly recently, the former UFC fighter called out to the newly crowned BKFC heavyweight champ in January, Ben Rothwell, and the champ is totally on board! “Yeah, let’s do it. You think I’m going to say no? Let’s f—— go motherf—–. Let’s knuckle up,” Rothwell said in a press conference. With all the cards in his favor, will the BKFC sign the Australian fighter under their banner? Only time will tell. What are your thoughts on Conor McGregor’s work as a promoter? State your opinion in the comments below.
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