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David Feldman Built BKFC From Almost Bankrupt To $400 Million


Published on 2024-12-24 00:26:21 - Forbes
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  • When David Feldman of Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship held his first bare-knuckle boxing event in 2011, a staggering 700,000 people tried to stream it, crashing

David Feldman, the founder of Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC), has transformed the organization from near bankruptcy to a $400 million enterprise. Initially facing financial struggles and skepticism, Feldman's persistence paid off as BKFC gained popularity by offering a raw, unfiltered form of combat sports that resonated with fans tired of the over-regulated nature of traditional boxing and MMA. The promotion's success is attributed to its unique selling proposition of bare-knuckle fighting, which has attracted a niche but growing audience, along with strategic partnerships, high-profile fights, and effective marketing. Feldman's journey highlights his ability to innovate within the combat sports industry, leveraging the sport's brutal authenticity to build a brand that now stands as a significant player in the fight promotion landscape.

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