Paige VanZant vs Rachael Ostovich rematch in the works for summer BKFC event
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Former UFC flyweight slugger Rachael Ostovich recently signed with Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC) and is expected to make her in-ring debut this summer in a gloveless rematch against fellow UFC veteran Paige VanZant.
That’s according to MMA Fighting.
Ostovich, 30, parted ways with UFC after losing three straight and getting finished in all three losses. The 4-6 Hawaiian made a name for herself on The Ultimate Fighter (TUF) 26 but was unable to keep her momentum going in the years that followed.
Ex-UFC Flyweight Rachael Ostovich Signs With The BKFC, Rematch With Paige VanZant In The Works
Former UFC flyweight grappler, Rachael Ostovich has signed a deal to join up with the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC) following her December release from the UFC, amid a three-fight losing skid.
Posting on their official Instagram account tonight, BKFC confirmed the signature of Ostovich, as she plans to compete at the flyweight limit. The David Feldman-led promotion also recently penned former UFC feature and one-time vacant Invicta FC flyweight title challenger, Peal Gonzalez to a deal.
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SIGNED!! Welcome to BKFC @rachaelostovich,” the statement posted by Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship read, accompanied by a promotional image of Ostovich.
UFC vet Rachael Ostovich signs with BKFC, could face Paige VanZant in debut
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There’s a growing number of former UFC fighters trying their hand at bare-knuckle boxing. On Tuesday, Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship announced the signing of Rachael Ostovich.
BKFC broke the news via Instagram.
The promotion has yet to make a formal announcement on Ostovich’s debut date and opponent. But close sources told MMA Fighting that a rematch against Paige VanZant is “targeted for June or July.” Negotiations are said to be ongoing.
Ostovich entered the UFC through the women’s flyweight season of the Ultimate Fighter (a.k.a TUF 26) in 2017 and compiled a 1-3 record with the company. Her last Octagon appearance took place in November against Gina Mazany, which she lost via third-round TKO.
Pearl Gonzalez Signs For Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship
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The 34-year-old has put pen to paper on an exclusive multi-fight promotional contract.
BKFC President, Dave Feldman spoke of his delight at signing one of the biggest stars in WMMA.
“Pearl is a tremendous addition to our growing list of female fighters,” Feldman said in a press release. “Her best skillset is striking which makes this the perfect transition for her career. She’s very popular in the combat sports world both for her fighting ability in addition to commentating on different platforms and we can’t wait to start working with her.”
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