Conor McGregor and his surprise appearance at the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC) 41 on Saturday April 30 has become the talking point in the world of martial arts. The organization has seen a significant increase in viewership due to the former two-time UFC champion’s participation in the event.
At BKFC 41, Conor McGregor steals the show with an epic look in a viral moment.
BKFC president David Feldman was delighted with McGregor’s performance and the excitement that followed. The arrival of “Mystic Mac” McGregor stole the show, despite the main event draws including Luke Rockhold vs. Mike Perry and Eddie Alvarez vs. Chad Mendes.
McGregor arrived at the Broomfield, Colorado 1STBANK Center and watched the last three fights from the ring. He supported BKFC Flyweight Champion Christine Ferea as she prepared to defend her title against Bec Rawlings.
He also watched as Mendes and Alvarez, two of his previous opponents, delivered an instant classic. Perry called out McGregor in a choke right after he knocked Rockhold out by TKO in the second round.
BKFC boss David Feldman confirms Conor McGregor’s appearance #BKFC41 The fame of his promotion was invaluable – even if he never fought.
Full interview: pic.twitter.com/qAvC2MB3ZA
— MMA Junkie (@MMAJunkie) April 30, 2023
Conor “The Notorious” McGregor took advantage of the situation and confronted Perry in the ring while wearing a BKFC belt. Feldman was grateful for the extra publicity the Perry vs. McGregor Stardown gave the pay-per-view event after it quickly went viral.
“It’s phenomenal to have Conor McGregor here. The #1 martial artist in the world jumps into the ring and challenges one of our fighters, and whether it ever happens or not doesn’t matter,” Feldman explained in a conversation with MMA Junkie.
“The fact is it was a viral moment for us and the fact is when he talks about it, everyone else in the martial arts world is talking about it. So it was a great thing for us,” he added.
BKFC’s infamous performance marks a turning point in the growth and future of the martial arts promotion
McGregor’s performance has definitely given BKFC the attention it needs to attract more mainstream audiences. With McGregor’s support, the promotion, which has grown in popularity in recent years, has reached new heights.
The Irishman’s star power and fan base has definitely increased the promotion’s visibility and it will likely attract more top-level fighters to its roster in the future. McGregor said he would fight Perry and was “in this game” (bare knuckle boxing) during an on-field interview.
Although there is still no confirmation as to whether or not the fight will take place, the prospect of McGregor competing in BKFC has already created massive buzz. Conor McGregor’s debut at BKFC 41 has changed the promotion to put it into perspective.
The presence of the former UFC champion has given BKFC the much-needed exposure it needs to attract new audiences and high-profile fighters. BKFC hopes to become a major force in the martial arts industry and we can expect the organization to see more fights and viral moments in the future.
