Two former boxers are set to engage in a thrilling bare-knuckle fight as Paulie Malignaggi goes up against Tyler Goodjohn.
Malignaggi, 44, was a professional boxer from 2001 to 2017.
Paulie Malignaggi headlines an exciting night in Leeds
Throughout his career, he captured the IBF Junior Welterweight title and the WBA Welterweight championship.
He battled legends in the sport and achieved a boxing record of 36 wins and 8 losses.
In 2019, he announced his bare-knuckle boxing debut, although he lost by unanimous decision.
Known as the "Magic Man," Malignaggi is now making a comeback, aiming to secure the Police Gazette Diamond Belt after signing a three-fight deal with BKB.
His return match will feature him against former BKB World Featherweight Champion Goodjohn .
The 34-year-old retired from boxing in 2017 and has since won five out of eight bare-knuckle fights.
When is Paulie Malignaggi vs Tyler Goodjohn?
The match is scheduled to take place at Planet Ice, Leeds on October 18.
Initially set for September, the fight was postponed due to Malignaggi sustaining a minor injury during training.
How can I watch Paulie Malignaggi vs Tyler Goodjohn?
BKB 47 will be streamed live in the UK and Ireland on talkSPORT’s YouTube channel.
Fans in the US can watch the event on Vice.
What is the full BKB 47 fight card?
The complete fight card is as follows (subject to change):
- Paulie Malignaggi vs Tyler Goodjohn
- Dan Podmore vs Marko Martinjak
- Scott McHugh vs Joe Fitzpatrick
- Aaron McCallum vs Liam Howell
- Jack Dugdale vs Reece Murray
- Alex Wilson vs Steven Evans
- Jordan Ward vs Pat Nash
- Furqan Cheema vs Patryk Fornalski
- Chris Carroll vs Ryan Gibbs
- Marshall Furey vs Liam Cullen
What has been said?
Malignaggi remarked: “At one point, Tyler was the leading name in bare-knuckle boxing. His name resonates, captivates, and sells in this sport.
“This is going to be an incredible fight.”
Goodjohn responded: “This fight is monumental.
“Paulie is an excellent boxer – that’s undeniable. He has a remarkable jab.
“I want to solidify my legacy, and that involves fighting prominent names like Paulie.”
