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BETHLEHEM, Pa. \u2014 Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship returns to Pennsylvania on Friday, October 9, as BKFC Fight Night Bethlehem takes over the Wind Creek Event Center with an action-packed lineup featuring established veterans, undefeated prospects, and local fighters looking to make their mark inside the Squared Circle.<\/p>\n
The event will be headlined by an explosive welterweight showdown between Gregoris \u201cThe Venezuelan Viper\u201d Cisneros (5-2) and Ryan \u201cRyu\u201d Petersen (3-2).<\/p>\n
BKFC Fight Night Bethlehem will take place at the Wind Creek Event Center, located approximately 60 miles north of Philadelphia. Doors open at 7 p.m. ET, with the first bell scheduled for 8 p.m. ET.<\/p>\n
Tickets are available now through BKFC.<\/p>\n
Gregoris Cisneros vs. Ryan Petersen Headlines BKFC Fight Night Bethlehem<\/p>\n
The main event features two fighters entering the matchup with momentum.<\/p>\n
Chicago\u2019s Cisneros returns to action following a spectacular first-round knockout victory over Cameron VanCamp on June 26, 2026, in Hammond, Indiana. Known as \u201cThe Venezuelan Viper,\u201d Cisneros has compiled a 5-2 record and will look to continue his climb in the competitive BKFC welterweight division.<\/p>\n
Standing across from him will be Humboldt County, California\u2019s Ryan \u201cRyu\u201d Petersen.<\/p>\n
Petersen earned an impressive unanimous decision victory over Daniel Keepers on May 22, 2026, in Palm Desert, California, improving his BKFC record to 3-2. The clash with Cisneros presents another significant opportunity for Petersen to establish himself as a serious contender.<\/p>\n
With both fighters coming off victories, the October 9 main event could have important implications for the BKFC welterweight division.<\/p>\n
Undefeated Lex Ludlow Meets Brock Walker in Cruiserweight Co-Main Event<\/p>\n
The co-main event will feature one of Pennsylvania\u2019s rising bare-knuckle stars when undefeated Philadelphia fighter Lex \u201cThe Grizzly Bear\u201d Ludlow (4-0) takes on Brock \u201cAlpha Dawg\u201d Walker (2-2) in cruiserweight action.<\/p>\n
Ludlow has quickly become a fighter to watch under the BKFC banner.<\/p>\n
Most recently, the Philadelphia-based fighter delivered a memorable hometown performance at the Liberty Brawl event on July 3, 2026, scoring a stunning first-round knockout over Drew Nolan at Xfinity Mobile Arena.<\/p>\n
Now undefeated at 4-0, Ludlow will attempt to keep his perfect record intact against Walker, a fighter from Big Stone, Virginia, who enters the matchup looking to derail one of the promotion\u2019s emerging prospects.<\/p>\n
Jay Haas and Mike Liberto Set for BKFC Debuts<\/p>\n
BKFC Fight Night Bethlehem will also feature several highly anticipated promotional debuts.<\/p>\n
York, Pennsylvania native Jay Haas will make his first appearance under the BKFC banner when he faces Antonio \u201cThe Mexican Muscle\u201d Castillo Jr. (0-1) in a lightweight matchup.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, Bethlehem\u2019s own Mike \u201cThe Bethlehem Brawler\u201d Liberto will step into the Squared Circle for his BKFC debut against Jojo Schillizzi (0-1) of Williamston, North Carolina, in a light heavyweight contest.<\/p>\n
With hometown support expected for both Pennsylvania fighters, the October 9 event provides a major opportunity for Haas and Liberto to make immediate statements.<\/p>\n
BKFC Veterans and Newcomers Fill Out Bethlehem Fight Card<\/p>\n
The remainder of the BKFC Fight Night Bethlehem card features a diverse collection of experienced bare-knuckle fighters and newcomers.<\/p>\n
In welterweight action, Christian \u201cThe Terminator\u201d Torres (2-6) of Johnson, New York, will face Altoona, Pennsylvania native Brett \u201cShowtime\u201d Shoenfelt (0-1).<\/p>\n
The women\u2019s flyweight division will also be represented as \u201cRuthless\u201d Taylor Dagner (0-0-1) of Senatobia, Mississippi, battles Marisol Ruelas (0-2) of Woodridge, Illinois.<\/p>\n
Veteran bantamweight Travis \u201cThe Animal\u201d Thompson (6-8) of Pottstown, Pennsylvania, returns to action against Salt Lake City native Nick \u201cNicky No Holds Barz\u201d Burgos (0-2).<\/p>\n
The heavyweight division will feature New Jersey\u2019s Brian Newman making his BKFC debut against Mark Culp (0-1).<\/p>\n
In the ironweight division, Williamsport, Pennsylvania\u2019s Lewis \u201cThe Beast\u201d Rumsey (2-5) takes on BKFC newcomer Maurice \u201cMayhem\u201d Morris of Charlotte, North Carolina.<\/p>\n
The card will also include a heavyweight battle between newcomers Nathaniel James and Marc Worthington.<\/p>\n
BKFC Fight Night Bethlehem Continues Promotion\u2019s Pennsylvania Expansion<\/p>\n
BKFC continues to showcase regional talent and emerging prospects across the United States, and the October 9 event in Bethlehem gives several Pennsylvania-area fighters an opportunity to compete in front of a hometown crowd.<\/p>\n
From the welterweight main event between Gregoris Cisneros and Ryan Petersen to the undefeated Lex Ludlow\u2019s cruiserweight showdown with Brock Walker, BKFC Fight Night Bethlehem features a blend of proven fighters and new talent looking to establish themselves in bare-knuckle fighting.<\/p>\n
With multiple local fighters competing on the card and the Wind Creek Event Center serving as the backdrop, October 9 is shaping up to be another significant night for BKFC and combat sports fans in Pennsylvania.<\/p>\n
BKFC Fight Night Bethlehem: Event Details<\/p>\n
Event: BKFC Fight Night Bethlehem
Date: Friday, October 9, 2026
Venue: Wind Creek Event Center
Location: Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
Address: 77 Wind Creek Blvd., Bethlehem, PA 18015
Doors Open: 7 p.m. ET
First Bell: 8 p.m. ET<\/p>\n
BKFC Fight Night Bethlehem Fight Card
\nMain Event \u2014 Welterweight<\/p>\n
Gregoris \u201cThe Venezuelan Viper\u201d Cisneros (5-2) vs. Ryan \u201cRyu\u201d Petersen (3-2)<\/p>\n
Co-Main Event \u2014 Cruiserweight<\/p>\n
Lex \u201cThe Grizzly Bear\u201d Ludlow (4-0) vs. Brock \u201cAlpha Dawg\u201d Walker (2-2)<\/p>\n
Feature Fight \u2014 Lightweight<\/p>\n
Jay Haas vs. Antonio \u201cThe Mexican Muscle\u201d Castillo Jr. (0-1)<\/p>\n
Light Heavyweight<\/p>\n
Mike \u201cThe Bethlehem Brawler\u201d Liberto vs. Jojo Schillizzi (0-1)<\/p>\n
Welterweight<\/p>\n
Christian \u201cThe Terminator\u201d Torres (2-6) vs. Brett \u201cShowtime\u201d Shoenfelt (0-1)<\/p>\n
Women\u2019s Flyweight<\/p>\n
\u201cRuthless\u201d Taylor Dagner (0-0-1) vs. Marisol Ruelas (0-2)<\/p>\n
Bantamweight<\/p>\n
Travis \u201cThe Animal\u201d Thompson (6-8) vs. Nick \u201cNicky No Holds Barz\u201d Burgos (0-2)<\/p>\n
Heavyweight<\/p>\n
Brian Newman vs. Mark Culp (0-1)<\/p>\n
Ironweight<\/p>\n
Lewis \u201cThe Beast\u201d Rumsey (2-5) vs. Maurice \u201cMayhem\u201d Morris<\/p>\n
Heavyweight<\/p>\n
Nathaniel James vs. Marc Worthington<\/p>\n
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