BKB Bare Knuckle Boxing have announced the signing of former WBC welterweight world champion and opponent of Floyd Mayweather
Victor Ortiz (33-7-3, 25ko’s) hung up the gloves in 2022.
In a 43 fight career, Ortiz had his crowning moment in 2011, becoming WBC welterweight world champion.
Nicknamed as ‘vicious’, he shared the ring with all time greats like Marcos Maidana and Floyd Mayweather.
His fight with the latter ended in immense controversy.
Ortiz seemed to stop mid round and Mayweather capitalised with a brutal two punch combination ending the fight.
At 38 years old, Ortiz is switching combats, and aims to become a two sport world champion.
“BKB Bare Knuckle Boxing today announced the landmark signing of boxing lefend Victor Ortiz in a multi-fight, multi-year agreement”.
Adding to a growing stable of former boxers that includes Pauli Malignalli, Lee Selby and Yuriorkis Gamboa.
Talking about this new chapter, the former world champion stated:
“I’ve accomplished so much in gloved boxing- from winning a world title to battling the best in the world”.
“Now, bare knuckle is the next challenge. It’s the purest, most intense version of the sport, and I’m pumped to bring my power, heart and experience to BKB”.
Additionally, the founder of BKB Mike Vasquez has shared his thoughts:
“Victor Ortiz is a true legend with a world-class resume and star power that transcends boxing”.
“We’re thrilled to welcome him to our roster”.
“Victor’s signing proves BKB is the destination for icons chasing new greatness”.
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