Mike Perry News
Robbie Lawler provides retirement update amid rumors of BKFC fight against Mike Perry: "Never say never"
Josh Evanoff - March 14, 2025
Former UFC welterweight champion Robbie Lawler isn’t saying never on a BKFC fight against Mike Perry. ‘Ruthless’ famously retired following a stunning first-round knockout win over Niko Price in July 2023. The former champion got the storybook ending many fighters crave, but he could wind up fighting again. Earlier this year, Mike Perry called out Robbie Lawler to a fight in the BKFC ring. For his part, ‘Platinum’ hasn’t been in action since his knockout loss to Jake Paul in the boxing ring last July.
Mike Perry agrees to face longtime rival Darren Till in boxing match: “Let’s go!”
Harry Kettle - January 31, 2025
Mike Perry has seemingly agreed to settle his long-running feud with Darren Till in a future boxing match between the two. For many years now, there’s been talk of a fight between Mike Perry and Darren Till. This feud runs all the way back to 2017 and perhaps even beyond, when both men were initially on the rise in the Ultimate Fighting Championship. Since then, of course, they’ve both gone in very different directions. In the present day, Till is coming off the back of a Misfits Boxing win, whereas Perry is one of the faces of bare-knuckle boxing with BKFC.
BKFC's David Feldman confirms Robbie Lawler vs. Mike Perry fight talks are ongoing: "We're working on it with the UFC"
Josh Evanoff - January 8, 2025
Robbie Lawler vs. Mike Perry might go down in the BKFC ring later this year. ‘Platinum’ remains arguably the biggest star in the bare-knuckle fighting league. He was last seen in BKFC in April, scoring an impressive first-round knockout win over Thiago Alves. That victory earned him an opportunity to face Jake Paul in the boxing ring in July, where Mike Perry was handed a sixth-round stoppage loss.
Mike Perry fires yet another shot at Darren Till, wants to knock his 'fake teeth' out
Fernando Quiles Jr. - January 7, 2025
Mike Perry remains hopeful that he can get his hands on Darren Till one day. Perry and Till have traded barbs throughout the years, but the two former UFC stars have yet to collide. “Platinum” has been busy putting in work under the BKFC banner and he’s looking to make a splash for Dirty Boxing Championship. As for Till, he’s set to meet Anthony Taylor on the Misfits Boxing 20 card, which is scheduled to take place on January 18th.
Mike Perry calls for BKFC showdown with former UFC champion Robbie Lawler
Harry Kettle - December 23, 2024
BKFC icon Mike Perry has called for a potential showdown with Robbie Lawler for his proposed return to the ring. Over the course of the last few years, Mike Perry has carved out quite the career for himself. Following on from his run with the Ultimate Fighting Championship, he decided to make his way over to the world of bare-knuckle boxing. In doing so, he became a superstar.
Mike Perry still hoping for BKFC return after beef with Conor McGregor: "I have three fights left on my contract"
Josh Evanoff - November 26, 2024
Mike Perry is still angling for a return to BKFC amid his feud with Conor McGregor. ‘Platinum’ has long been viewed as the face of the world’s biggest bare-knuckle boxing promotion. After parting ways with the UFC in 2021, Mike Perry signed with BKFC a few months afterward. For the next three years, he dominated several high-profile former UFC stars. Perry quickly racked up a 5-0 record, defeating names such as Michael Page, Luke Rockhold, and Eddie Alvarez.
Mike Perry fires shots at BKFC amid issues with Conor McGregor: 'You all ain’t showing me no love'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - November 8, 2024
Mike Perry has gone off on BKFC over his spat with Conor McGregor. McGregor surprised many fight fans when he claimed that Perry was no longer with BKFC. The “Notorious” one, who is a part owner of BKFC, ripped Perry and claimed he was afraid of fighting Dave Mundell. McGregor also bashed Perry over the “King of Violence” championship and said “Platinum” was never a world champion.
Mike Perry issues apology to police officers after drunk driving arrest
Cole Shelton - October 16, 2024
Mike Perry has issued an apology after he was arrested for drunk driving in Florida. Perry was arrested by the Clermont Police Department on Oct. 12 at 1:04 a.m. local time. He was charged with driving under the influence along with an offense of refusing to sign a citation requiring a court appearance. ‘Platinum’ was released on a $1,500 bond later that morning, and is scheduled to appear in court on Oct. 30. The maximum penalty is up to 60 days in jail and a fine up to $500.
Bare Knuckle FC superstar Mike Perry arrested in Florida for DUI
Curtis Calhoun - October 15, 2024
Bare Knuckle FC superstar and former UFC standout Mike Perry was arrested earlier this month in Florida for Driving Under the Influence (DUI) ahead of his fighting return. According to the Lake County Sheriff’s Office, the 33-year-old Perry was arrested and charged on October 12th in Clermont, FL for DUI. He was also handed a secondary charge of refusing to sign a citation requiring a court appearance.
Kevin Lee wants to replicate Mike Perry's success in bare-knuckle MMA
Harry Kettle - September 28, 2024
Former UFC fighter Kevin Lee wants to have a similar level of success in bare-knuckle MMA that Mike Perry has had in bare-knuckle boxing. This week, Kevin Lee is set to return to active competition at Lights Out Championship 17. Beyond that, he’s also booked to compete for Gamebred Bareknuckle MMA later this year. The ex-UFC contender has been on a rough run of form over the course of the last few years, but his hope is that he’ll eventually be able to work his way back to the big time.
Conor McGregor reveals Mike Perry is still banished from BKFC for losing to Jake Paul: "See him since?"
Josh Evanoff - September 3, 2024
Former UFC champion Conor McGregor is continuing his feud with BKFC star Mike Perry. ‘Platinum’ hasn’t been seen since his trip over to the boxing ring earlier this summer. While Jake Paul was initially slated to face Mike Tyson on July 20th, ‘Iron Mike’ was forced out due to health issues. As a result, Mike Perry stepped up on short notice. While the former UFC star was 0-1 in the ring, he had scored several stoppage victories in BKFC.
Mike Perry responds after his “employee” Conor McGregor attempts to fire him: “When people want to watch BKFC again, they’ll be calling!”
Harry Kettle - July 31, 2024
Mike Perry has responded to Conor McGregor attempting to fire him from BKFC over social media. As we know, Mike Perry is the biggest name in bare-knuckle boxing. He has done some incredible things during his time with BKFC, and that looks set to continue. Of course, if he’s able to overcome this ongoing spat with Conor McGregor, that is.
Mike Perry medically suspended for 60 days following TKO loss to Jake Paul
Harry Kettle - July 26, 2024
Mike Perry has been medically suspended for 60 days in the wake of his TKO defeat to Jake Paul last weekend. We all know that Mike Perry is a true warrior. From mixed martial arts to bare-knuckle boxing and beyond, he’s had some great highlight-reel moments throughout the course of his career. Last Saturday, he opted for something different. He stepped into the squared circle to battle it out with Jake Paul, with many believing there was a chance he could pull off the upset.
Coach Larry Wade claims Jake Paul “had to lose 38 pounds in five weeks” for Mike Perry fight
Harry Kettle - July 26, 2024
Coach Larry Wade has claimed that Jake Paul had to lose 38 pounds in five weeks prior to the Mike Perry fight. Last weekend, Jake Paul and Mike Perry went head to head in a fascinating boxing showdown. Perry was considered to be a big underdog in the bout, and unfortunately for him, he couldn’t overcome the size difference. Paul knocked him down in the first two rounds before eventually picking up the win via TKO in the sixth.
Sean O’Malley believes Mike Perry would probably beat Jake Paul in Bare Knuckle Boxing: “He’s the king of that sport”
Harry Kettle - July 24, 2024
Sean O’Malley believes Mike Perry would be able to defeat Jake Paul if they had a rematch in bare-knuckle boxing. Last weekend, Jake Paul and Mike Perry went head to head in a blockbuster boxing showdown. In the end, though, Perry was stopped in the sixth round by Paul. While many felt as if ‘Platinum’ had a real chance to spring the upset, he ultimately wasn’t able to overcome the size difference between the two.
Jake Paul denies massive weight disparity allegations in win over Mike Perry: “So that’s a 10-pound difference”
Harry Kettle - July 23, 2024
Jake Paul has denied the weight disparity allegations regarding his boxing showdown against Mike Perry. As we know, Jake Paul defeated Mike Perry in their boxing showdown last weekend. He knocked ‘Platinum’ down in the first and second rounds, before eventually going on to secure a sixth-round TKO win.
Conor McGregor responds to Mike Perry's BKFC ownership claim: "You are out, bro"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 21, 2024
Conor McGregor has caught wind of Mike Perry claiming to be a part owner of BKFC, and he has responded. McGregor had fight fans turning heads once again at the conclusion of the boxing match between Perry and Jake Paul. While Perry showed grit, he was simply outgunned thanks to Paul’s jabs, power punching, and movement. “Platinum” hung around, but was ultimately stopped in the sixth round via TKO.
Jake Paul heaps praise on Mike Perry following Saturday’s boxing match: “Has a lot more balls than that little leprechaun”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 21, 2024
Jake Paul had some kind words for Mike Perry following their recent showdown. Paul vs. Perry headlined a Most Valuable Promotions boxing card in Tampa, Florida this past Saturday. For Perry, it was an opportunity to derail “The Problem Child’s” plan to fight boxing legend “Iron” Mike Tyson. For Paul, he was looking to put another former UFC fighter on his list of victims inside the boxing ring.