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Frankie Edgar Withdraws from BKFC 82 Amid Safety Concerns

10/2/2025

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Frankie Edgar has withdrawn from Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC) 82 against Jimmie Rivera in Newark, N.J. Rivera will face Timmy Mason on October 4, 2025.
Edgar underwent extensive medical clearance tests but has not publicly explained his removal.
Safety concerns stem from his UFC knockout history.
Family and friends advised against a return. He cited BKFC's striking-only format.

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Frankie Edgar has withdrawn from Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC) 82 against Jimmie Rivera in Newark, N.J. Rivera will face Timmy Mason on October 4, 2025.
Edgar underwent extensive medical clearance tests but has not publicly explained his removal.
Safety concerns stem from his UFC knockout history.
Family and friends advised against a return. He cited BKFC's striking-only format.