More Violent Than the UFC: Gamebred MMA Makes Splashes in the Combat Sports World

For nearly 3 decades, the UFC has been renowned for being "as real as it gets."

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But, there's a new fight league in town, presenting an even more brutal showcase of combat sports. Gamebred Bareknuckle Fighting League (BKFL) is making waves as the first bare-knuckle mixed-martial arts promotion.

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Gamebred Bareknuckle Fighting League gained significant attention recently with its "Gamebred Bareknuckle 5" event, streamed on YouTube, for free. This event showcased two ex-UFC world champions, Fabricio Werdum and Junior dos Santos, throwing down in the bare-knuckle bout.

Founded by UFC star, Jorge Masvidal, who first went viral in the mid-2010s for his no-holds-barred backyard brawls, what sets Gamebred BKFL apart from the UFC is the absence of gloves. This leads to more direct and often bloodier matches. This level of raw intensity can be both thrilling and unsettling for spectators.

Jorge (left) fighting in Kimbo Slice's backyard.Photo byJack Figg via thesun.com

Jorge Masvidal, a prominent figure in the MMA world, plays a significant role in promoting and "orchestrating the violence," as noted by Bloody Elbow. Masvidal's involvement brings a unique allure to Gamebred BKFL, as he advocates for fighters' rights and their ability to "defend themselves" in the ring, as reported by MMA Mania.

Jorge Masvidal himself explained why bare-knuckle MMA has garnered a loyal following, stating, "Bare-knuckle is the purest form of fighting. It's the essence of combat sports. Speaking to muscleandfitness.com, he shared:

There's no hiding, no padding. It's just you and your opponent."

The recent "Gamebred Bareknuckle 5" event, featuring Fabricio Werdum and Junior dos Santos, was a testament to this philosophy. The fighters engaged in a brutal exchange of blows that left fans astonished and, at times, wincing. The absence of gloves not only intensifies the striking but also contributes to the graphic nature of the sport.

As the promotion continues to gain traction, it's clear that there is a segment of fight fans who crave the sheer brutality and intensity that Gamebred BKFL offers in the ring.

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