Ex-world champion Lee Selby signs bare-knuckle boxing deal
Lee Selby wants to win a bare-knuckle boxing world title after signing up with BKB Bare Knuckle Boxing
Selby, who reigned as world featherweight champion for three years until 2018, has signed a multi-fight deal with the promotion four years after retiring from the ring. The Welshman is the latest boxer to make the transition after former super-middleweight world champion James DeGale made his debut last year.
And Selby, 38, said: “I’ve achieved everything in gloved boxing - from regional titles to defending my world title five times. Now, bare knuckle is calling. It’s the original, no-filter version of boxing, and I’m excited to bring my speed, skill, and experience to BKB. I’m here to win another world title and show why I’m still one of the best.”
FOLLOW OUR FIGHTING FB PAGE!
• Oleksandr Usyk vows to discover new boxing stars with relaunch of promotional company
• Tyson Fury sends direct message to Deontay Wilder after cheat accusations
Mike Vazquez, Founder of BKB Bare Knuckle Boxing, said: "Lee Selby is a true champion with an incredible resume, and we’re honoured to have him join our roster. His technical mastery and championship mentality will light up the trigon. With fighters like Gamboa and Malignaggi already proving the path for elite boxers, Lee’s signing shows BKB is where legends come to chase greatness."
David Tetreault, CEO of BKB Bare Knuckle, added: "Lee Selby is another game-changer for our organisation. His world title pedigree, defensive brilliance, and proven ability at the highest levels make this a massive addition. We're excited to watch him chase bare knuckle glory alongside our growing stable of world-class talent."
Selby's signing follows that of another former world champion in Yuriorkis Gamboa who said: “"Bare knuckle boxing is the oldest form of boxing. After winning an Olympic gold medal, world championships in boxing, now I’m focused and excited to become BKB Bare Knuckle World Champion. I’m going to showcase my skills and show why I belong at the very top of this sport."