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Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC) star Mike Perry has ignited the pre-fight banter with his upcoming opponent Thiago Alves as their clash at BKFC: KnuckleMania 4 on April 27 draws near. Perry, known as 'Platinum,' has transitioned from a successful UFC career to become a prominent figure in bare-knuckle boxing, remaining unbeaten in BKFC thus far.
In a recent interview with TMZ Sports, Perry didn't hold back in his assessment of Alves, stating,
"Thiago is definitely one of the best, fought some of the best, but the best thing he ever did was lose to Georges St-Pierre. The next one is always the best one. This is a big opportunity for both of us."
Perry's remarks suggest that he sees the fight as a significant moment in both his and Alves' careers. He also hinted at a perceived lack of motivation from Alves, stating,
"I think maybe [Thiago is] here for the wrong reasons — or he’s been sitting out waiting for this fight. I’m gonna bring it to him."
Embracing his role as the 'King of Violence,' Perry expressed his passion for his craft, saying,
"I love what I do. I love being the 'King of Violence.' I finally been crowned and I wear that on my chest. I carry it with me wherever I go."
With tensions rising between the two fighters, fans can expect an intense showdown when Perry and Alves step into the ring at KnuckleMania 4.