Former UFC title challenger Jessica Eye is back in the spotlight, not just for her upcoming fight at BKFC 76, but also for an unexpected incident during the weigh-ins that has stirred up controversy. This Saturday, BKFC is set to host a major event in Fort Worth, Texas, featuring an interim lightweight title bout between Tony Soto and Ben Bonner. The card also includes UFC veteran Andrei Arlovski making his BKFC debut against Josh Copeland.
Eye, who is returning to combat sports after a three-year hiatus, will face Mariya Agapova in her inaugural appearance for BKFC. The former UFC fighter has made significant changes to her life, including relocating to Florida and assembling a new coaching team. Eye has expressed that the journey to return to fighting involves a complete overhaul of her mental and physical health.
During the weigh-ins, tensions escalated when Agapova unexpectedly kissed Eye on the lips during their face-off. Eye was visibly uncomfortable, expressing her disapproval of the moment, which she described as “f—— weird.” Agapova defended her actions, stating the kiss occurred due to Eye coming too close during the confrontation.
Following the weigh-in mishap, Eye took to social media to convey her feelings, humorously stating she would need to “bleach” her lips and emphasizing that the incident will only fuel her determination in the ring. She remarked, “That ain’t gonna take me off my game, it’s just gonna make me beat your ass more.”
As Eye looks to solidify her place in BKFC, the promotion has been notably attractive to former UFC fighters, providing them with a new platform to continue their careers. With Eye and Agapova both carrying histories from the UFC, this fight is set to be a thrilling matchup for fans.
The unexpected weigh-in incident adds an intriguing layer to their matchup, exemplifying the unpredictable nature of combat sports. Fans are eagerly awaiting how both fighters will channel their emotions into the ring this Saturday.