Paige VanZant studio shot - Photo by Phil Lambert for Bare Knuckle FC
Paige VanZant added to BKFC London card on August 20
Paige VanZant has been added to the line-up for the upcoming BKFC London event taking place at the OVO Wembley Arena, London, England on Saturday, August 20.
The news was confirmed by BKFC President and CEO David Feldman during his visit to London this week. On Tuesday he chaired a kick-off press conference to officially launch the London event, BKFC’s first-ever venture to Europe.
“Paige VanZant will be the feature bout of the evening on this card. Paige VanZant will be having her third trip into the squared circle at Wembley Arena,” Feldman revealed.
It will be VanZant’s first time competing in the UK and her addition to the card will delight her large British fanbase. The UFC veteran, model and dancer – is one of the most popular female athletes in the world and a regular presence in British media.
VanZant’s return to the ring has been eagerly anticipated by her huge global following, with her last bout being a close decision loss to her long-time rival Rachel Ostovich in July last year.
News of her opponent for the August 20 London bout will be announced in the near future. VanZant is also expected to visit London in the coming weeks to host a press lunch with UK media.
BKFC London marks the first Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship visit to Europe. Tickets are on sale now for a card headlined by Michael ‘Venom’ Page and ‘Platinum’ Mike Perry in a clash of proven fight-finishers with very different styles.
