KnuckleMania IV: Mike Perry vs. Thiago Alves: Live round-by-round updates

The main event at BKFC: KnuckleMania IV features an exhilarating light heavyweight matchup between former UFC fighters Mike Perry and Thiago Alves.

Ever since crossing over to bare-knuckle boxing, Perry has been tearing it up at BKFC, where he holds an undefeated record of 4-0, with wins against bonafide MMA legends including Luke Rockhold and Eddie Alvarez. Many believe 'Platinum' is one of the best bare-knuckle boxers of all time.

Meanwhile, Alves is also highly accomplished in the sport. He was the inaugural BKFC middleweight champion and similar to his opponent, the Brazilian is also undefeated in the organization with a record of 2-0.

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Per a report by NXTbets, 'Platinum' is a -157 favorite over his opponent for the match-up, with Alves a +118 underdog.

Don't miss the live coverage and play-by-play updates on Sportskeeda as the main event at BKFC: KnuckleMania IV unfolds.

KnuckleMania IV: Mike Perry vs. Thiago Alves

Round 1:

Perry employs pressure early going to his opponent's mid-section. A jab followed by a right hand stuns Alves. Wow!!! Perry floors Alves with a left hook at the end of a flurry. The referee stops the fight sensing 'Pitbull' is still on shaky legs.

Official Result: Mike Perry def. Thiago Alves via TKO (1:00 of Round 1)

Watch Mike Perry knock out Thiago Alves below: