A historic KO capped off the return of the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship to California on Friday. The main event of BKFC Fight Night Pechanga at the sold-out Temecula Resort Casino, Temecula, even had the attention of ‘Notorious.’ Conor McGregor later took to X to react to the shocking knockout victory.
During the BKFC “KnuckleMania” 4 headliner broadcast, President David Feldman played a recording of ‘Mystic Mac.’ Conor McGregor and his McGregor Sports & Entertainment announced he is a part-owner of the bare-knuckle fighting promotion. Now, he couldn’t contain the excitement about the KO.
6 Second KO in our @bareknucklefc main event last night! Our combatants do not start in the traditional red and blue corners before the bell rings they stand right in front of each other in the center of the ring! Behind enemy line, accuracy is final! 👊
Conor McGregor via X (@TheNotoriousMMA)
Ruben ‘Bad Boy’ Warr needed just six seconds to finish Robbie ‘Problems’ Peralta with a stunning KO in their lightweight showdown. Warr, a Louisville, KY resident, is now 2-0, 1 NC. Peralta, a UFC vet, is now 3-2 in the circle. Perhaps the action-packed ending reminded McGregor of his shock treatment of Jose Aldo at UFC 194. While they maintain an amicable relation now, it was a KO for the ages.
6 Second KO in our @bareknucklefc main event last night! Our combatants do not start in the traditional red and blue corners before the bell rings they stand right in front of each other in the center of the ring! Behind enemy line, accuracy is final! 👊 https://t.co/iYVpsoG5pj
— Conor McGregor (@TheNotoriousMMA) July 13, 2024
Conor McGregor has been basking in the itchy nostalgia more than usual. He has also reposted his knee to the temple on Donald Cerrone at UFC 246. BKFC President Feldman has already said how he illustrated McGregor’s wish to be a part of the BKFC grind. The Irishman taking pride in quick KOs proves he keeps a close eye on his promotion.
What is Conor McGregor’s role in BKFC?
Other than BKFC Fight Night Pechanga or the BKFC KnuckleMania 4 event, the Irishman has shown a long interest in BKFC culture. Conor McGregor has long admired the raw, visceral nature of bare-knuckle boxing. His interests in BKFC or his limited association with “King of Violence” Mike Perry are just parcels of his characteristic bravado.
Conor McGregor; BKFC (Source: talksport.com/thesun.ie)‘Mystic Mac’ almost returned at UFC 303. McGregor couldn’t break his three-year layoff from fighting since his 2021 leg break. However, when his interest in BKFC took center stage, it turned out his ambitions were more than just competing. Speaking to MMA Junkie’s Danny Segura, Feldman told McGregor would have “significant, needle-moving equity” in the workings of BKFC.
The decision to do so caps off the momentum he still had during his supposed return. McGregor’s return event had made a projected $20 million in live gates in pre-sales. Feldman wants that extra bit of recognition and superstardom that comes with him. Even industry standouts like Kai Stewart are already eager to live up to the potential of their new BKFC boss.
McGregor’s sports company would hold a minority interest, sharing the reins with majority shareholder Triller. Fans love a back-and-forth brawl. No grappling, fewer clinches, and two minutes per round have made the action even more exciting. McGregor doesn’t just buy things; he buys valuable things. One can expect more from the promotion in terms of growth and entertainment in the coming years.
