Conor McGregor to add star power to Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship in Dubai

A historic event will take place in Dubai as the emirate welcomes a thrilling two-day brutal combat event, BKFC (Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship), powered by World League of Fighters in association with Dubai Sports council.

The event, to be held on April 4-5 at the Dubai Duty Free Stadium, promises to be a spectacular showcase of combat action entertainment as 44 top world fighters would participate in an intense battle while vying for the title.

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Professional Mixed Martial legend Conor McGregor is also scheduled to make an appearance adding star power to an already spectacular lineup, although his role is kept in wraps.

VIP Ticket holders would also have exclusive access to meet and greet sessions with fighters and legends of the sport during the tenure of the event

David Feldman, founder of Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship, shares how he finds the event to be the biggest boost for the fastest growing sport in the world.

“We’re bringing raw intensity and pure athleticism of bare knuckle fighting to one of world’s most dynamic sporting destinations which is Dubai. The response from the fighting community and fans has been overwhelming, and we’re proud to showcase our sport at this level,” Feldman said.

The BKFC Dubai edition presents an electrifying lineup of international fighters on Day 1, featuring intense matchups across multiple weight categories.

In the Bantamweight division (135 lbs), Ruel Panales from Philippines will face Ali Elkhatib from Egypt, while Lucas Sontgen of Germany takes on Elnur Suleymanov of Azerbaijan in the 170 lbs category.

The Lightweights will see Islam Sizbulatov of Austria battling Cheng Leang of Cambodia at 155 lbs, and Murat Kazgan of Turkey challenging Leandro Martins of Brazil.

Cruiserweights and Middleweights will showcase global talent with Jaskaran Singh of India facing Mohamed Ali of Egypt in the 265 lbs category, and Marcus Pond of the UK taking on Mladen Iliev of Bulgaria in the 175 lbs Middleweights.

The headline bout features Austin Trout against Carlos Trinidad in the 165 lb Welterweights Category, while Sabah Homasi of the US will square off against Jonny Tello of Canada in the 175 Middleweights.

Day 2 also promises equally thrilling contests across diverse weight classes.

The Dubai Sports Council also expressed their support for this ground breaking event.

“Hosting Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship aligns perfectly with Dubai’s vision of Dubai becoming the world’s premier destination for combat sports. This event is precedented to provide local sports combat enthusiasts with an advanced opportunity to witness this unique discipline at the highest level,” the Dubai Sports Council said in a statement.

Tickets for this event will start at Dh 399, with premium VIP packages available.