Yoel Romero Headlines Mike Perry’s New Fight Promotion, Dirty Boxing Championship, Behind Closed Doors

Former UFC fighter and Olympic silver medalist Yoel Romero is set to headline the inaugural event of Mike Perry‘s new fight promotion, the Dirty Boxing Championship. This unique combat sports event, backed by the creators of Karate Combat, will feature Romero facing off against Power Slap competitor Duane Crespo in a heavyweight bout.

The Dirty Boxing Championship introduces a distinct ruleset that combines traditional boxing with limited ground and pound, as well as the use of elbows. Fighters will compete wearing 5oz gloves, adding another layer of intensity to the matches. The event, however, will take place behind closed doors, with only a limited number of invited fans in attendance. There will be no online stream available for free or purchase, a marketing strategy that Mike Perry believes will generate significant interest by making the event exclusive and highly sought after.

Yoel Romero, known for his explosive fighting style and enduring physical prowess at 47 years old, remains a compelling figure in the world of combat sports. His past interviews, including a memorable one where he discussed the unpredictability of fights using an example from Muhammad Ali‘s career, have garnered significant online attention and underscore his intense and charismatic persona.

The decision to keep the event private has sparked mixed reactions among fans, who are eager to see Romero in action but will have to rely on promotional videos and highlights that may be released online in the coming days).