Fastest-growing sport in the world set for Newcastle show

The fastest-growing combat sport on the planet will take centre stage in the North East, fresh off the back of its historic Marbella event.

The main event of the evening will see Agi Faulkner vs Dawid Oscar for the BKFC European Heavyweight Title. The co-main event will also see a Champion crowned, with Matty Hodgson vs Connor Cooke for the UK Light Heavyweight Title.

Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship is the fastest growing sport in the world, with combat sports icon Conor McGregor as a part owner of the promotion. The growth of BKFC UK has been rapid, and continues in Newcastle, with promoters teasing one additional UK show in 2024.

Marc Ramsden, Chief Operating Officer at BKFC UK, commented:

“It has been an unforgettable year for BKFC, with fans now realising that the talent and entertainment on show is unrivaled in sports.

“Fans in Newcastle can expect what BKFC always delivers - incredible action, and a night of non-stop, high-level bare knuckle fighting. We’re giving the platform to some of the UK’s most talented fighters, and we’re dedicated to growing our roster at home and on a world wide scale.

"With mega-stars like Conor McGregor flying the BKFC flag, young fighters know that here they will have a home where they can build their profile, and be well looked after along the way.

“We are always working to deliver amazing shows to our current fans, and to fans new to the sport. We have some exciting news in the pipeline, with a string of UK shows to come, topping off 2024 and moving into 2025.”

Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC) is the first promotion allowed to hold a legal, sanctioned, and regulated bare knuckle event in the United States since 1889. Based in Philadelphia, and headed by President and former professional boxer David Feldman, BKFC is dedicated to preserving the historical legacy of bare knuckle fighting, while utilizing a specifically created rule set that emphasizes fighter safety.