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Former UFC star Paige VanZant to headline BKFC’s first European event in London

Paige VanZant will return to action this summer.

Bare Knuckle FC president David Felman announced on Thursday that VanZant, a former UFC star, is set to headline a BKFC event July 9 in London. The event will take place at the Alexandra Palace, marking the promotion’s first time in Europe. VanZant’s opponent hasn’t been determined.

Additionally, BKFC also announced a second European event for Rotterdam, Netherlands on August 6.

VanZant most recently fought in July 2021 at BKFC 19 where she lost a unanimous decision to fellow former UFC fighter Rachael Ostovich.