Darren Till, the former UFC title challenger, has officially signed with Conor McGregor's bare-knuckle boxing promotion, BKFC, following his departure from Misfits Boxing. The Liverpudlian fighter announced the move, which marks a significant shift in his combat sports career after vowing to explore new avenues.
Multi-Fight Deal and Debut Date Confirmed
Till has inked a multi-fight contract with BKFC, with his first bout scheduled for May 30 in Birmingham, England, as the promotion returns to the UK. His opponent for this debut fight remains undisclosed at this time. In a press release, Till expressed his enthusiasm, stating, "I am very pleased to be signing with the BKFC. It's an amazing promotion! F*** everyone on this roster, I'm coming to be the face of violence. No one can beat me."
Potential Future Matchups and Rivalries
The signing could pave the way for a highly anticipated clash with long-time rival Mike Perry, who has risen to prominence in BKFC since leaving the UFC. However, a fight between Till and Perry is unlikely for Till's debut, as Perry is already booked to face Nate Diaz on May 16 on a card headlined by Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano.
From UFC Stardom to Boxing Success
Darren Till, now 33 years old, first gained recognition in the UFC, where he compiled an impressive 5-0-1 record between 2015 and 2018, earning a welterweight title shot. His first MMA defeat came against then-champion Tyron Woodley via submission, sparking a challenging period where he went 1-5, with losses to fighters like Jorge Masvidal, Robert Whittaker, Derek Brunson, and Dricus Du Plessis.
Despite these setbacks, Till found renewed form in boxing. He knocked out Mohammad Mutie in a 2024 exhibition before joining Misfits Boxing. Under the Misfits banner, he debuted in January 2025 and fought three times, including a knockout of Anthony Taylor, a decision win over Darren Stewart, and a stoppage of former UFC champion Luke Rockhold.
Controversy and Transition
Till's move to BKFC comes after a dramatic exit from Misfits, where his initial match against Tommy Fury was cancelled due to a joke about kicking Fury, leading to Fury's withdrawal. This transition highlights Till's adaptability and determination to succeed in different combat sports arenas.
As Darren Till embarks on this new chapter with Conor McGregor's BKFC, fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see if he can establish himself as a dominant force in the bare-knuckle boxing world, potentially setting up future blockbuster fights.
