The newest chapter of the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship, dubbed as BKFC Fight Night Pechanga, recently wrapped up at the Pechanga Resort Casino in Temecula, California, showcasing an electrifying array of bouts and jaw-dropping knockouts. Here's a detailed summary of the fights, including the full event outcomes.
In the main event, Robbie Peralta faced off against Ruben Warr in a lightweight showdown. Despite being a relative newcomer to bare-knuckle boxing, 'BadBoy' needed only six seconds and a thunderous right hook to send Peralta into the shadow realm, securing the third-fastest knockout in BKFC history.
In the co-main event of BKFC Fight Night Pechanga, Fernando Gonzalez secured a dominant unanimous decision victory over bare-knuckle debutant Rodney Thomas in a light-heavyweight clash. Throughout the bout, Gonzalez's superior footwork and precise strikes, including devastating uppercuts, consistently outclassed Thomas.
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Despite Thomas's attempts to control the fight with clinches and pressure, 'The Menifee Maniac's' lateral movement and accurate counterattacks left him struggling. Thomas did land a few notable punches, including a powerful left hand in the final round, but it wasn't enough to turn the tide. Judges scored the fight 49-46, 49-46, and 48-47 in favor of Gonzalez.
In the co-feature bout at BKFC Fight Night Pechanga, Victor Rosas narrowly defeated Luis Iniguez in a thrilling bantamweight showdown, earning a split-decision victory. 'The Art of Violence' showcased his efficiency, landing over 55% of his significant strikes. Meanwhile, 'El Leon Mexicano' concentrated on punishing body shots.
After an intense five-round battle, the judges delivered their verdicts: two scored it 49-46 and 48-47 in favor of Rosas, while one judge saw it 48-47 for Iniguez.
BKFC Fight Night Pechanga: Robbie Peralta vs. Ruben Warr - Jordan Christensen, Alexander Gutierrez, and others emerge victorious
Main Card
Ruben Warr def. Robbie Peralta by KO at 0:06 in round one
Fernando Gonzalez def. Rodney Thomas by unanimous decision (49-46, 49-46, 48-47)
Victor Rosas def. Luis Iniguez by split decision (47-48, 49-46, 48-47)
Jordan Christensen def. Riley Pellegrino by TKO at 2:00 in round two
Luis Villasenor def. Brett Fields by KO at 1:11 in round one
Preliminary Card
Alexander Gutierrez def. Zay Garcia by unanimous decision (49-46, 49-46, 50-45)
Squire Redfern def. Richard Brooks by TKO at 0:53 in round five
Van Vo def. Dan Pettit by KO at 0:57 in round one
Joe White def. Caleb Avila by KO at 1:04 in round three
Mike Hansen def. Anthony Yost by TKO at 1:46