This might be the toughest BKFC championship fight in 2024 to pick a winner on. But we tried!
BKFC 65's main event will see the greatest female bare knuckler of all-time Christine Ferea (8-1) put her BKFC Flyweight gold on the line against possibly her toughest challenger to date in the form of number one contender Jade Masson-Wong (3-1). This, like Britain Hart vs. Taylor Starling at BKFC 63, is one of the most highly anticipated fights in the entire sport. And as far as Bare Knuckle Nation is concerned, this is pound for pound Number 1 vs. Number 3.
BK Nation's BKFC Predictions
Cole Whiston - Ferea KO
You just can't bet against the GOAT. I haven't seen her slow down yet so, I'm not going to assume she does now.
Adam Hunt - Masson-Wong KO
Through no fault of her own, Ferea has been out of the ring for more than nine months and in this game, inactivity kills. Also, the defensive prowess of Ferea hasn't been what it once was, just look at the battles that were Ferea vs Rawlings 1 & 2. Jade Masson-Wong is hungry and powerful and if Ferea can’t get out of the way of that big right hand, she could be in for a long night.
Jag Kang - Ferea Decision
Masson-Wong's next up and I believe this won't be the last we see of her in the championship picture, but Ferea is still in amazing shape, with speed and output that trumps Jade's. Masson-Wong has the edge in power but Ferea's experience is enough to keep her out of the fire.
Also in the co-main event, Jeremy Stephens (1-0) might have just had more pressure put on him in trying to secure his second win in BKFC because recently Conor McGregor called him out for a fight. With everyone and anyone wanting a shot at the UFC Superstar, Stephens will still need to impress. He doesn’t have it easy either as he’s taking on the much more experienced Bobby Taylor (6-2).
BK Nation's Predictions
Cole Whiston - Stephens KO
With the added pressure of a McGregor fight, even if it's a longshot, I think Stephens will have extra fuel in the fire for this one.
Adam Hunt - Stephens KO
Jeremy Stephens holds devastating power in both hands and while Taylor has never been stopped in bare knuckle, “Lil heathen” has cracked many chins before and will surely crack some after this too. Stephens hasn’t had a chance to truly spread his wings since losing the gloves, with his lone victory coming by doctor stoppage. He will finally get to show BKFC fans what he’s made of by knocking out Taylor.
Jag Kang - Taylor KO
I think the experience will be the difference for Taylor. With just one fight in bare knuckle, I'm not sure "Lil heathen" can bridge the gap.
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