Uncrowned provided live updates and results from the highly anticipated BKFC KnuckleMania 6 event held at the Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, featuring the heavyweight championship bout between Ben Rothwell and Andrei Arlovski. The fight marked Rothwell’s first title defense as he faced Arlovski, a longtime rival, in the main event.
Ben Rothwell, boasting an impressive record of 4-0 in BKFC and 39-14 in MMA, sought to outshine his opponent, who has bested him in their previous two MMA encounters. Rothwell, 44, has thrived in the bare-knuckle boxing scene, recently capturing the heavyweight title with a quick 36-second knockout victory over Mick Terrill in January 2025.
At 47 years old, Andrei Arlovski entered this match with a record of 1-0 in BKFC and 34-24 in MMA. The former champion has also enjoyed success in other combat sports, notably knocking out Josh Copeland in his BKFC debut. Arlovski’s previous victories over Rothwell in MMA continue to fuel the rivalry as they stepped into the ring once again.
The KnuckleMania 6 event kicked off with preliminary bouts beginning at 7 p.m. ET, followed by the main card at 8 p.m. ET, which was broadcast on DAZN. The results from the main card featured several exciting matchups:
– Heavyweight Championship: Andrei Arlovski defeated Ben Rothwell via third-round KO.
– Cruiserweight: Lorenzo Hunt claimed victory against David Mundell via fourth-round KO.
– Middleweight: John Garbarino triumphed over Kaine Tomlinson Jr. with a fifth-round KO.
– In close decision wins, competitors such as Ben Bonner, Patrick Brady, and Jade Masson-Wong also stood out.
All eyes were on the action as both veterans showcased their skills in an exhilarating night of bare-knuckle boxing. Fans witnessed not only rivalries and comebacks but also the continued evolution of the sport, highlighting the resilience and competitive spirit of its participants. With memorable moments captured throughout the night, BKFC KnuckleMania 6 delivered a thrilling experience for both fighters and fans alike.