Darren Till vs. Luke Rockhold Stats: Age, Height, Weight, Reach, Net Worth, Record, and More

In just a few hours, Darren Till returns to headline Misfits’ “Ring of Thrones” event in Manchester, where he takes on former UFC champion Luke Rockhold at the AO Arena. The pair will clash for the MFB Bridgerweight title in a heated contest, with tempers already flaring after a press conference brawl. “I’m going to f—ing kill you,” Till shouted while shirtless, only for Rockhold to fire back: “I’m gonna put you down like a f—ing dog. You ain’t got it, Darren.” But can Darren Till really not take down his opponent, who is coming in on a three-fight losing streak in MMA?

As of the press conference and weigh-ins this week, the fight was officially extended from six to eight rounds — Till demanded the change amid chaos on stage, and Rockhold agreed. Security had to intervene multiple times during the heated face-off.

An additional flare-up occurred backstage shortly after: Rockhold was reportedly left with a sizable gash on his back following a confrontation with Dillon Danis. Meanwhile, at the stare-downs, Till went into full theatrics—shoving security and screaming obscenities—as part of the promotional build-up.

The ring walks for Darren Till vs. Luke Rockhold are set for around 11 p.m. BST, with the main event scheduled to begin at 11:20 p.m. BST, though timings could change depending on the undercard. The action-packed undercard, starting at 7 p.m. BST, features big names like Tony Ferguson, Salt Papi, Dillon Danis, and more. Rockhold makes his boxing debut against Till, who is eyeing his third win in the ring, with the bout set for six rounds of three minutes each. So who might hold the upper hand in this matchup? Not too familiar with what Darren Till and Luke Rockhold bring to the ring? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Let’s break down what each fighter is bringing into this showdown.

Darren Till vs. Luke Rockhold: physical attributes

Darren Till, the 32-year-old middleweight from Liverpool, enters this fight with a professional record of 2 wins and 0 losses, including 1 knockout, giving him a 50% KO rate. Standing 6′1″ (185 cm) with a 74½″ (189 cm) reach, Till has the frame and experience to trouble any opponent. Currently weighing 192.0 lbs (87.1 kg) against Luke Rockhold’s 192.8 lbs (87.5 kg), Till comes in slightly lighter. While his last two fights were fought at a similar weight and another with a weight advantage, this time he appears to be at a slight disadvantage. But does that mean he has no other advantages? Not quite.

On the other side, 40-year-old Luke Rockhold from Santa Cruz steps into the boxing ring for the first time after losing his MMA bout against Patrick Downey last year. When it comes to height, he has the edge over Till, standing at 6′3″ (191 cm), and also enjoys a reach advantage at 77″ (196 cm). However, beyond physical attributes, there are other factors that could influence the outcome of this fight. So, let’s take a closer look at those.

The X factor in Darren Till vs. Luke Rockhold

Both men have shifted their focus to striking since leaving the UFC, and now meet under boxing rules at 200 pounds. What makes Rockhold’s entry into pure boxing so intriguing is that his kickboxing was always the strongest part of his striking arsenal, particularly when he could use his exceptional kicks. His win over Joe Schilling last year was a much-needed success after going winless since 2017, though it was largely thanks to his kick setups, which opened the door for his signature check hook.

Luke Rockhold’s durability, however, has long been a concern. In 2023, Mike Perry broke his teeth in the second round of their bout, exposing Rockhold’s defensive issues without his kicks to maintain distance. That could spell trouble against the heavy-handed Till, who has consistently carried solid punching power throughout his career. On the other hand, Darren Till’s recent success outside MMA has only fueled his confidence further, and while underestimating Rockhold could leave him open to counters, the biggest question remains Rockhold’s chin. Although he avoided a knockout against Perry, he was clearly staggered right after gaining momentum in the opening round. And while that fight was in gloveless boxing, Darren Till is expected to press forward aggressively with volume and power for as long as the contest lasts.

Some fans back Till’s aggressive momentum and predict an early knockout, while others lean toward Rockhold’s technical pedigree and mental resilience. One Reddit thread captures the sentiment: “Rockhold’s striking IQ makes this more interesting than people realize,” while many X replies highlight Till’s boxing form and willingness to stir drama as key to his popularity.

This matchup should be more competitive than many anticipate, but Till still enters with the upper hand as nearly every measurable factor leans in his favor. Oddsmakers have him a massive -1200 favorite, and a victory would further boost his net worth of around $1–1.5 million [according to the report of MMA Salaries]. On the other side, Rockhold sits as a +750 underdog, and while an upset win would be significant, it is unlikely to add much to his current $3 million net worth [ according to the report of Celebrity Net Worth]. That said, who do you think will emerge victorious tonight?