Former UFC Fighter Joaquin Buckley Signs wiht Dirty Boxing After UFC Release
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Former Ultimate fighting championship (UFC) fighter Joaquin Buckley has signed with Dirty Boxing (DBX), the promotion announced Friday. This move comes after Buckley’s release from the UFC earlier this week due to missing weight for a scheduled bout at UFC 319.He is slated to make his promotional debut at DBX 3 next Friday.
Weight Misses and UFC Departure
Buckley, nicknamed “Malice,” was initially scheduled to fight Nursulton Ruziboev at UFC 319 in a middleweight contest. However, he missed weight by four pounds, leading to the fight’s cancellation.This was the second consecutive time Buckley failed to make weight, having previously missed weight at welterweight before his split decision victory over Randy Brown at UFC 309 in November.
During his time in the UFC, Buckley amassed a record of 7-1 with one no-contest. Despite the weight issues, he earned two “Performance of the Night” bonuses for his stoppages of Takashi Sato and Kevin Jousset.
DBX 3 Details
Buckley’s first fight under the Dirty Boxing banner will take place at DBX 3, held at The hangar in Miami, and will be streamed live on YouTube.The event is undergoing changes to its main event. Former UFC heavyweight Jairzinho Rozenstruik is now expected to headline against an opponent to be announced, after Rob Perez was forced to withdraw from the inaugural heavyweight title fight.
What is Dirty Boxing (DBX)?
Dirty Boxing is a relatively new combat sports promotion focusing on bare-knuckle boxing with a unique rule set. It aims to bridge the gap between traditional boxing and mixed martial arts, attracting fighters from both disciplines. The promotion’s website provides further details on its rules and upcoming events.
Key Takeaways:
Joaquin Buckley has signed with Dirty Boxing (DBX) following his release from the UFC.
Buckley’s UFC release stemmed from repeated issues making weight.
He will debut at DBX 3 in Miami, streamed on YouTube.
DBX 3’s main event has been altered due to a fighter withdrawal.
This signing represents a new chapter for Buckley,offering him an opportunity to continue his professional fighting career in a different environment. It will be captivating to see how he adapts to the bare-knuckle format and whether he can overcome the weight management issues that plagued his time in the UFC.