Former UFC Champion Yoel Romero Knocks Out Theo Doukas in BKFC Debut

Yoel Romero, the 48-year-old former UFC and Bellator title challenger and Olympic silver medalist, made a stunning debut in bare-knuckle boxing at BKFC 80 by knocking out Theo Doukas with a trio of brutal knockdowns in the second round, leading to a TKO victory. Despite a slow start, Romero found his rhythm and landed powerful left hands and uppercuts that floored Doukas three times, prompting the referee to stop the fight. Romero's physical condition continues to amaze fans and commentators alike, with Joe Rogan previously noting his extraordinary durability and strength, attributing it to his unique physiology from his Cuban training background. Since leaving the UFC, Romero has maintained an impressive winning streak across multiple combat sports including PFL, Dirty Boxing, and now BKFC, showcasing his knockout power and relentless aggression. His performance at BKFC 80 solidifies his status as a top competitor in the bare-knuckle scene, and he has expressed openness to challenging for the BKFC cruiserweight title. The event also featured other notable fighters, like Kevin Ferguson Jr., adding to the high-stakes atmosphere of the card.