In an electrifying main event at BKFC 82, Mike Perry faced off against Jeremy Stephens on October 4 at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. The fight was a key matchup to determine the title of “King of Violence.” It aired live on DAZN and provided fans with a thrilling showdown.
Fight Overview: Mike Perry vs. Jeremy Stephens
The match featured two fierce competitors: Mike Perry entered the ring with a record of 6-0, while Jeremy Stephens boasted a 3-1 record. Both fighters were determined to secure victory and the coveted title. Referee Gary Copeland officiated the bout, marking an important moment in the careers of both athletes.
Round-by-Round Breakdown
- Round 1: The fight started with Perry immediately establishing offense, landing a solid jab. Stephens countered effectively, delivering a sharp right hand and a good jab. The round was competitive, with MMA Fighting scoring it 10-9 in favor of Stephens.
- Round 2: Perry came out aggressively, pushing Stephens back. Despite not landing every shot, Perry’s volume of strikes increased. The round finished with MMA Fighting scoring it 10-9 for Perry, making the overall score 19-19.
- Round 3: Perry continued to control distance and landed effective shots, including a step-in jab that sent Stephens to the canvas. Blood began to flow from Stephens’s face. The round ended with MVP scoring 10-8 for Perry, bringing the total to 29-27 in his favor.
- Round 4: Perry maintained pressure, executing powerful body shots and combinations. Stephens struggled to keep pace and went down again. MMA Fighting scored the round 10-8 for Perry, pushing the score to 39-35.
- Round 5: Despite fatigue, Stephens opened the round with resilience, landing some rights. However, Perry’s relentless offense overwhelmed him, leading to another knockdown. The fight concluded with a TKO at 1:35 in the fifth round, with Perry declared the winner.
Official Result
Mike Perry secured a fifth-round TKO victory over Jeremy Stephens in a match that showcased both fighters’ heart and endurance. With this victory, Perry not only claimed the title of “King of Violence” but also solidified his status as a rising star in bare-knuckle fighting.
For more updates and fight coverage, visit El-Balad.
