‘I Don’t Need to Jinx it Now’

Mike Perry is reflecting on his evolving fight sports activities profession as he prepares for a significant crossover bout towards Nate Diaz, whereas additionally addressing tensions surrounding his present relationship with Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC).

According to the 5-foot-10 fighter, it is “unfair” that David Feldman is doing enormous strikes to different fighters, however could not launch a significant combat for him.

Mike Perry vs Nate Diaz Set for Netflix-Streamed Event

Mike Perry is scheduled to face Nate Diaz on May 16 in Los Angeles in a high-profile MMA bout anticipated to attract international consideration. The occasion will stream completely on Netflix and is a part of a significant combat card that includes different marquee matchups.

According to MMA Fighting, the combat marks a big return to MMA competitors for Perry, who has lately constructed momentum in bare-knuckle boxing.

BKFC Reaction to Perry’s Decision

David Feldman, president of Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship, acknowledged blended feelings about Perry’s resolution to take the Diaz combat exterior the promotion.

While expressing help for Perry’s alternative, Feldman famous that BKFC had been planning a significant bout for him internally that in the end didn’t come collectively attributable to scheduling problems.

Perry’s feedback are nonetheless ringing with disappointment:

“That’s not fair, bro, because there’s lots of talk – shit moves, like shit changes. Like, DBX changed.”

Perry Reflects on BKFC Success and Career Direction

Mike Perry credited BKFC with revitalizing his profession following his departure from the UFC, describing the promotion as a key a part of his latest resurgence.

At the identical time, he emphasised that he stays centered on maximizing alternatives as a prizefighter, prioritizing visibility, timing, and monetary worth when selecting fights.

Scheduling Frustrations Shape Career Decisions

Despite robust performances in BKFC, together with wins over a number of former UFC fighters, Perry expressed frustration over inconsistent combat scheduling. He acknowledged that repeated delays and modifications diminished his exercise and influenced his resolution to pursue extra reliably scheduled alternatives just like the Diaz matchup.

No Bad Blood, But Future Uncertain

Even with present tensions, Mike Perry careworn that there’s no private battle with Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship. He indicated openness to future collaboration, relying on timing, contractual phrases, and out there opponents.

“So, whoever comes to the table, man, I’m here for the shit, but [with] time to prepare, knowing what’s not going to change. That’s one thing about this fight with me and Nate is like, me and Nate signed a fight. We announced it. It f*cking happens. These fighters that get fights announced and then the shit changes, the fight falls out, something happens, doesn’t happen, like we show up to fight. I don’t want to jinx it now, but we’re pretty solid on we’re going to fight.”