BKFC 88 Denver: Camozzi vs. Rodriguez is an upcoming bare-knuckle fighting event to be held by Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship on April 18, 2026 at the National Western Center in Denver, Colorado, United States.
Fight Card
Main Card
Cruiserweight 93 kg United States Chris Camozzi vs. United States Esteban Rodriguez Interim Cruiserweight Championship
Lightweight 70 kg United States Ramiro Figueroa vs. Puerto Rico Elvin Brito
Heavyweight 120 kg United States Josh Copeland vs. United States Corey Willis
Cruiserweight 93 kg United States Josh Fremd vs. United States Jared Torgeson
Welterweight 75 kg United States Andrew Yates vs. United States Rodney Hinton
Flyweight 57 kg United States Octavin Turner vs. United States Joby Steffensmeier
Bantamweight 61 kg United States Noah Aldana vs. United States Nick Burgos
Cruiserweight 93 kg United States Deron Winn vs. United States Erick Lozano
Flyweight 57 kg United States Angelo Trujillo vs. United States Anthony Yost
Lightweight 70 kg United States Matt Maestas vs. United States Ruben Arroyo
Lightweight 70 kg United States Sergio Lopez vs. United States Brett Hudson
Background
Mile High Mayhem: Interim Cruiserweight Gold at BKFC 88!
The thin air of Denver is about to get even harder to breathe as Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship returns to Colorado for a night of pure, unadulterated violence. On April 18, 2026, BKFC 88: Camozzi vs. Rodriguez lands in the Mile High City, bringing a roster of heavy hitters and local legends ready to test their mettle in the "Squared Circle." In a region known for its deep combat sports roots, this event represents a definitive crossroads for the cruiserweight division.
The Main Event: A Battle for the Interim Cruiserweight Crown
At the summit of the card, the Interim Cruiserweight Championship is on the line as hometown hero Chris Camozzi faces the dangerous Esteban Rodriguez. Camozzi, a veteran of the global combat sports stage, has reinvented himself as a premier bare-knuckle powerhouse, utilizing his massive frame and clinical striking to dismantle opposition. Fighting in front of his loyal Denver fans, he looks to capture the gold and solidify his legacy as one of the most versatile warriors in the sport.
In Esteban Rodriguez, he meets a fighter who thrives on chaos. Rodriguez brings a relentless, high-pressure style and a "granite chin" that has made him a nightmare for the 93kg elite. This is a quintessential clash of "technical volume vs. raw aggression," where the winner leaves with the belt and a guaranteed shot at unifying the division.
Heavyweight Thunder and Lightweight Fire
The intensity remains at a peak in the co-main attraction as veteran heavyweight Josh "Cuddly Bear" Copeland returns to action against the heavy-handed Corey Willis. Copeland, known for his surprising agility and fight-ending power, looks to maintain his status at the top of the 120kg ranks. He faces a stern test in Willis, a man whose durability and "slugger" mentality ensure that the judges are rarely needed.
The card is further bolstered by a high-stakes lightweight encounter as former champion Elvin Brito welcomes the surging Ramiro Figueroa to the deep end of the division. Additionally, UFC veteran Josh Fremd makes his highly anticipated transition to the world of bare knuckle, testing his grit against the battle-hardened Jared Torgeson in a cruiserweight war.
The Denver Proving Ground
BKFC 88 showcases the incredible depth of the American regional scene, featuring a cruiserweight duel between the high-level wrestler Deron Winn and the heavy-hitting Erick Lozano. The flyweight ranks also see a double-dose of speed and aggression, with Octavin Turner taking on Joby Steffensmeier, and Angelo Trujillo facing Anthony Yost.
From the bantamweight technicality of Noah Aldana and Nick Burgos to the lightweight grit of Matt Maestas and Ruben Arroyo, every athlete on this card understands the mission. In Denver, a win is more than just a victory, it is a declaration of intent. Every exchange in the ring is a step toward global recognition, and every finish is a reminder that the heartbeat of bare-knuckle combat is being forged in the BKFC ring.
