Conor McGregor becomes part owner of BKFC
Expansion into Bare Knuckle Boxing
Conor McGregor, the illustrious former UFC champion known for his success in multiple weight classes, has taken a significant step in his combat sports career by becoming a part owner of Bare Knuckle Fighting Championships (BKFC). The announcement was made during the KnuckleMania 4 event in Los Angeles, where it was revealed that McGregor’s company, McGregor Sports and Entertainment, has acquired a stake in BKFC, alongside continued majority ownership by Triller.
Strategic partnership announced
The charismatic fighter broke the news via a video message, saying, “‘The Notorious’ Conor McGregor here. Ladies and gentlemen, the big announcement I have for you today is that Conor McGregor myself and McGregor Sports and Entertainment is now the owner of Bare Knuckle Fighting Championships. Welcome to the big leagues. David Feldman, baby, we did it.” This strategic partnership was celebrated at the event, especially after an electrifying fight in which Mike Perry knocked out former UFC champion Luke Rockhold.
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David Feldman, BKFC President: “Look, you’ve got the biggest guy in all of combat sports right now as a part owner of our company. I think it’s just going to move the needle tremendously. We’re going to do a lot of big things. We’re going to open up a lot of new markets. Look, we’re partners with Conor McGregor. Everybody in the combat sports world, everybody in the world knows who that guy is. So Conor, thank you and let’s blow this shit up.”
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Future Aspirations and Goals
BKFC President David Feldman expressed his excitement about McGregor’s involvement, stating that it would significantly increase the organization’s visibility and growth. “Look, you’ve got the biggest guy in all of combat sports as a part owner of our company right now,” Feldman remarked. He emphasized the potential for opening new markets and expanding further into the international arena. McGregor himself expressed a desire to compete in a bare-knuckle fight at some point, signaling a deep commitment to his new role within BKFC.
Implications for the future of BKFC
The addition of Conor McGregor is expected to greatly increase BKFC’s profile and operational reach, potentially facilitating the promotion’s entry into new international markets, including potentially McGregor’s native Ireland. This collaboration marks a pivotal point in BKFC’s evolution as it seeks to capitalize on McGregor’s combat sports fame and promotional skills.
Conor McGregor: “‘The Notorious’ Conor McGregor here. Ladies and gentlemen, the huge announcement that I have for you today is that Conor McGregor myself and McGregor Sports and Entertainment is now an owner of Bare Knuckle Fighting Championships. Welcome to the big leagues. David Feldman, baby, we did it.”
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