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Ex-UFC champion Eddie Alvarez endured a brutal defeat in a bare-knuckle boxing match against Mike Perry, leaving him with shocking facial injuries. The two former MMA stars headlined a Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship event in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Alvarez Forced to Withdraw Due to Severe Facial Swelling
The intense showdown between Alvarez and Perry lasted for two rounds, with both fighters putting on an impressive display. However, Alvarez's corner made the decision to pull him out of the bout due to the severe swelling in his left eye, rendering him unable to continue.
Battle Scars on Full Display
Following the fight, Alvarez, 39, showcased the extent of his battle scars during the post-fight press conference. His face was severely swollen and bruised, serving as a testament to the intensity of the match. Perry, 32, also displayed visible marks of the vicious encounter as he celebrated his victory.
'Platinum' Mike Perry Calls Out McGregor and Till
Perry, who left the UFC in 2021 after a series of losses, remains undefeated in his four BKFC bouts. After his latest win, Perry called out Conor McGregor and Darren Till, expressing his desire to face off against them with exposed fists. He emphasized that few fighters are willing to take on the challenge of fighting him without gloves.
Perry stated, "Conor McGregor would be a great matchup. I just beat somebody he fought for a world title. Who's bigger than that? There's no one bigger than Conor McGregor except me."
He continued, "These boxers don't want to take the gloves off. Darren Till said he doesn't want to do it with no gloves. Who wants to fight Platinum Mike Perry with no gloves?"
With his impressive record and fearless approach to the sport, Perry has established himself as a force to be reckoned with in the bare-knuckle boxing realm.
