Bare-knuckle Fighting Championship is set to take center stage in Italy, and fan interest is at an all-time high. The BKFC is all geared up to make its long-awaited Italian debut on April 26 and is already creating waves ahead of the historic event. The official press conference will be held this Sunday, February 16, at Florence’s Palagio di Parte Guelfa and will be attended by some of the most prominent figures in combat sports. The most electrifying news? Conor McGregor will be leading the press conference.

The former UFC double champion, now an official partner of BKFC, has expressed his enthusiasm for the sport, calling it “the true essence of fighting.” Conor McGregor just shared an Instagram story featuring a post from DAZNSport confirming that he would be at the event, increasing excitement for what’s to come. The Irishman’s involvement signifies a new era for BKFC, as it extends into the European market with its first-ever event in Italy. But not just that, as even BKFC President David Feldman has a bombshell to drop. Feldman is cranking up the hype, calling the upcoming event a must-see for fight fans.

With former UFC fighter Chris Camozzi defending his cruiserweight title against Lorenzo Hunt and Jimmy Sweeney attempting to reclaim his throne in a trilogy fight versus Rico Franco, the event promises to be one of the greatest fight nights in BKFC history. He said, “Italy has a wealth of BKFC fans, and we are thrilled to make our promotional debut on April 26. The rematch between Chris Camozzi and Lorenzo Hunt will be an absolute war, and the third fight between Rico Franco and Jimmy Sweeney is a must-watch battle between two of Europe’s best.”

With Conor McGregor leading the charge at the press conference and Feldman promising an all-out war, BKFC’s arrival in Italy is set to be nothing short of chaotic. Fans in Florence and around the world are preparing for a spectacle that will take the raw intensity of bare-knuckle combat to a whole new level. And who knows, maybe we will get a major update on the Conor McGregor-Jeremy Stephens feud that might even lead to a matchup!

Conor McGregor calls for Jeremy Stephens fight after BKFC KnuckleMania stunner

Jeremy Stephens put on a career-defining performance at BKFC’s KnuckleMania, defeating Eddie Alvarez in a nasty third-round finish. The former UFC fighter demonstrated his striking prowess, overwhelming Alvarez before his corner had no alternative but to call it quits. Fighting in front of his home fans, Alvarez failed to match Stephens’ unrelenting pace and technique. The win cemented ‘Lil Heathen’ as one of BKFC’s top contenders, but what transpired after the fight drew even more attention.

Just moments after the stoppage, Conor McGregor entered the ring to confront his longtime foe. The former UFC double champion, who was in attendance as a BKFC co-owner, wasted no time in reigniting their nearly decade-long rivalry. Looking directly at Stephens, the Irishman reiterated his infamous comment from their 2015 UFC media conference—“Who the f—- is that guy?”—and demanded a fight. He turned to BKFC President David Feldman and made his intentions clear, “Here, let’s make a date. Who’s going to stop me? Man to man? No one is going to stop me. David, make a date; let’s do it. I’m down for it, bro.”

For fight fans, the moment was electrifying. Nearly ten years after their first confrontation, the two warriors were finally face to face inside a ring, this time with the option of settling their disputes using bare-knuckle rules. If Feldman and BKFC can pull it together, McGregor vs. Stephens might be one of the most significant fights in the promotion’s history. What do you think? Will we get a major update on the fight at BKFC Italy? Let us know in the comments.

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