Highlights
- Thiago Alves returns from retirement for BKFC KnuckleMania 4, lured back by a lucrative offer to face Mike Perry in a highly-anticipated clash.
- Alves, once resigned to coaching, stays in top shape at American Top Team to prove effectiveness, jumps back into competition unexpectedly.
- BKFC KnuckleMania 4 lineup promises electrifying matchups, with fighters like Mick Terrell, Ben Rothwell, and Todd Duffee taking the stage.
Tonight, the highly anticipated BKFC KnuckleMania 4 event is set to captivate fight fans worldwide, broadcasting live from the prestigious Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, California. Leading the charge is the dynamic clash between UFC veterans Mike Perry and Thiago Alves, promising a main event brimming with intensity and raw skill.
In addition to the headline bout, BKFC has curated a lineup of electrifying matchups, including a co-main event featuring BKFC heavyweight champion Mick Terrell facing off against the formidable Lorenzo Hunt. Not to be outdone, former UFC heavyweight contenders Ben Rothwell and Todd Duffee are slated to showcase their talents in what promises to be a thrilling encounter.
While UFC Vegas 91 may be underway, all eyes are firmly fixed on BKFC KnuckleMania 4, as anticipation mounts for a night of unparalleled bare-knuckle action. The card is stacked from start to finish, with each bout primed to deliver fireworks to the eager audience.
BKFC KnuckleMania 4 Start Time
Stream The Prelims Free On Youtube
For those tuning in from home, the action kicks off with the YouTube prelims undercard at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT, followed by the main card at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT, available exclusively via YouTube PPV. Fight enthusiasts can catch all the hard-hitting action for $29.99, with the prelims undercard airing live and free on YouTube.
BKFC KnuckleMania 4 Undercard
The Promotion Is Offering A Stacked Card
PPV Main Card
- Mike Perry vs. Thiago Alves
- Mick Terrill vs. Lorenzo Hunt
- Ben Rothwell vs. Todd Duffee
- Alfredo Angulo vs. Jeremiah Riggs
- Crystal Pittman vs. Sydney Smith
- Evgeny Kurdanov vs. Julian Lane
- David Diaz vs. Shane Jordan
- Andrew Angelcor vs. Ruben Warr
- Daniel Alvarez vs. Victor Rosas
‘Prelims’ Undercard
- Vinny Familari vs. Fernando Gonzalez
- Tommy Aaron vs. Richard Brooks
- Keith Richardson vs. Cody Vidal
Thaigo Alves Was Tempted Out Of Retirement For Mike Perry Clash
The MMA Veteran Couldn’t Turn Down The Huge Pay Day
Thiago Alves, once resigned to the idea that his fighting days were behind him, found himself unexpectedly drawn back into the ring. Following his victory over Uly Diaz to claim the BKFC middleweight championship in 2021, the 40-year-old Brazilian fighter found himself without enticing offers to continue his career. Despite his focus shifting towards coaching, with a prominent role at American Top Team in Florida, Alves never officially retired but didn’t anticipate stepping into competition again.
However, fate took a turn when BKFC extended a lucrative offer and the opportunity to square off against Mike Perry at KnuckleMania 4 this Saturday. As one of the primary instructors at American Top Team, Alves spends six days a week working alongside top-tier athletes. For him, maintaining peak physical condition isn’t just about personal fitness but also about demonstrating the effectiveness of his coaching methods.
In Alves’ own words to MMA Fighting, “I’m always active… It’s important to stay in shape so you can show what you’re trying to tell them really works.” Alves’ commitment to his craft has kept him ready for the unexpected call to action, allowing him to seize the opportunity to showcase his skills once again in the BKFC ring.
