Mike Perry (fighter)

High school (ages 12+)
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1. When was Mike Perry (fighter) born?September 15, 1991
2. What was Mike Perry (fighter)'s job?15 fights in the UFC (MMA), current BKFC 'King of Violence' champion
3. How heavy is Mike Perry (fighter)?Middleweight
4. What is Mike Perry (fighter) known for?Successfully transitioned from MMA to become a dominant bare-knuckle boxing champion
5. What is the current BKFC ranking?#4 pound-for-pound (as of October 4, 2025)
6. Who is Mike Perry and why is he called the 'King of Violence'?Mike Perry is a fighter who used to compete in the UFC and now fights bare‑knuckle boxing. He earned the nickname 'King of Violence' because he puts on exciting, high‑energy fights that wow the crowd.

Mixed Martial Arts (MMA): A comprehensive combat sport integrating diverse fighting disciplines, including striking, grappling, and wrestling.
Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC): A prominent professional organization dedicated to the sport of bare-knuckle boxing, emphasizing raw striking.
Pound-for-Pound Ranking: A theoretical ranking system that assesses a fighter's skill and effectiveness irrespective of their weight class.
Middleweight Division: A standard weight class in combat sports, typically for athletes weighing between 170 and 185 pounds.