Will BKFC become the next UFC? David Feldman reveals what’s next
Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC) president David Feldman discusses the success of the recent event at Fenway Park and plans for future stadium-scale shows. The promotion is currently seeking a major television deal to expand its reach.
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It illustrates the rapid commercial growth and mainstreaming of niche combat sports in the United States.
Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC) president and founder David Feldman says the promotion is already planning its next major baseball stadium event after the huge success of BKFC 92 at Fenway Park. Feldman described the Boston show as an “unbelievable” experience and said the promotion is now receiving interest from venues and sponsors.Feldman has already identified another baseball stadium as his next target. He said BKFC is currently doing business with the venue and hopes to finalise a deal. If successful, he believes the event could become another major moment for the promotion.David Feldman wants BKFC’s next big event at Baseball StadiumDavid Feldman is not looking to slow down after BKFC 92. The promotion’s event at Fenway Park gave bare-knuckle boxing a major platform in one of America’s most famous sporting venues.Speaking with Babcock this week, Feldman reflected on how far BKFC has come.
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