Anthony Pettis’ initial reaction to Mike Perry’s callout for a BKFC clash is to accept, but he admits an additional layer of consideration is needed.
Pettis, a former UFC and WEC lightweight champion, has expanded his combat sports horizons since completing his UFC contract in December 2020. He’s competed five times under the PFL banner, defeated Roy Jones Jr. in a boxing match, and is currently scheduled to face Benson Henderson under the Karate Combat banner on Dec. 15 in Las Vegas.
Could a bareknuckle boxing match be next for Pettis? “Showtime” admits he was intrigued when Perry dropped his name after defeaing Eddie Alvarez to win the “King of Violence” title last Saturda at BKFC 56. His natural instinct is to agree to the challenge, but given the brutal nature of BKFC, Pettis said it’s something he would have to discuss more thoroughly with his team if and when an official offer comes through.
