# Joe Lauzon bare-knuckle boxing debut

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/joe-lauzon-bare-knuckle-boxing-debut
> Updated: 2026-08-31T22:47:50.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

Former UFC lightweight Joe Lauzon prepared for his bare-knuckle boxing debut at BKFC 92 at Fenway Park in Boston. Prior to the event, Lauzon indicated he would use the fight as a test to determine his future in combat sports, noting he had not competed since 2019.

Following the event, Lauzon secured a second-round knockout victory against Braeden Kuykendall. Lauzon later revealed that UFC matchmaker Hunter Campbell had attempted to dissuade him from the bout, describing the decision as ‘the stupidest thing ever’ and offering alternative opportunities such as grappling cards. Despite these concerns, the UFC did not block the fight.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-31: Joe Lauzon claims UFC tried to dissuade him from BKFC debut

Joe Lauzon revealed that UFC matchmaker Hunter Campbell tried to talk him out of his BKFC bare-knuckle debut, citing concerns for his safety and offering alternative grappling opportunities instead.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/joe-lauzon-claims-ufc-tried-to-prevent-his-bkfc-comeback

### 2026-08-27: Joe Lauzon to make bare-knuckle debut at Fenway Park

Former UFC fighter Joe Lauzon makes his bare-knuckle boxing debut against Braeden Kuykendall at BKFC 92 in Boston's Fenway Park, leaving his future in the sport undecided.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/joe-lauzon-to-make-bare-knuckle-debut-at-fenway-park

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