Undefeated Francesco Ricchi defends his crown at BKFC 34

Undefeated Francesco Ricchi defends his crown at BKFC 34

Thursday, Dec 01 2022 by BKFC Staff

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Francesco Ricchi is undefeated in his five trips to the BKFC Squared Circle, and he says the reason for that is simple

“I’ve faced death so many times and have gone through so much (expletive). It’s cliche and I know everybody says this, but I’d rather die swinging than lying down in the fetal position,” says the Italian-born Florida product. 

“I’d rather fight to the best of my abilities and win. If I go out and my opponent wins, (expletive) it, I know I did my best to win.”

Ricchi’s next battle is set. He defends his BKFC World Middleweight Championship for the first time against David Mundell in the Co-Main Event of BKFC 34 on Saturday in Hollywood, FL, LIVE on the BKFC app. Mundell is 5-1 on the strength of three straight wins in the BKFC Squared Circle, and has a 10-5 record as a pro MMA fighter. 

“I think Mundell is a very tough guy. He’s fought some really tough people, and he’s hard to put down. I respect his skill set a lot, and I think he’s one of the toughest guys out there.”

That being said, Ricchi sees his winning streak continuing in Florida as he takes aim at his fifth stoppage victory under the BKFC banner.

Ricchi isn’t sure if he’s done enough to cement his status as one of the Top 5 Pound-for-Pound fighters on the BKFC roster. For that, he says, it’s just a matter of time.

“If I’m not in those discussions yet, I’m sure I will be after my next couple fights.”

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