UFC legend Frankie Edgar signs with BKFC, Oct. 4 debut targeted against fellow UFC vet
The UFC Hall of Famer and former UFC lightweight champion has inked a deal with bare-knuckling boxing leader BKFC, Uncrowned's Ariel Helwani confirmed Monday.
Edgar's promotional debut is tentatively scheduled to arrive on Oct. 4 against fellow UFC veteran Jimmie Rivera, per sources, pending approval from the New Jersey State Athletic Control Board.
BKFC's Oct. 4 show is expected to be one of the promotion's biggest of 2025, headlined by a marquee fight for BKFC's King of Violence title between reigning King of Violence champion Mike Perry and longtime UFC knockout artist Jeremy Stephens.
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