Paulie Malignaggi is on the verge of joining an elite group of combat athletes, potentially achieving world championship status in both traditional boxing and bare-knuckle fighting, much like BKFC standout Austin Trout. This ambitious pursuit has garnered significant attention within the combat sports community, including from reigning BKB champions.
One such champion is Javon Wright, who is set to defend his BKB Police Gazette welterweight title against Dan Gittens. Wright’s title defense is slated as the co-main event at BKB 54: Mayhem in Manchester on May 16th, a night headlined by Malignaggi’s quest for a historic two-sport championship.
Malignaggi will face the current BKB Bare Knuckle champion, Rolando Dy. When asked for his thoughts on the upcoming Malignaggi vs. Dy bout, Wright expressed his anticipation for a highly entertaining contest, stating, “It’s definitely gonna be a good fight between both of them. Because I know Rolando and that’s my guy, but I know Paulie is a good fighter, too. So, it’s definitely gonna be fireworks in that fight. So, I’m actually looking forward to that fight after my fight, for sure.”
Javon Wright Acknowledges Malignaggi’s Skill and Will Be Watching
Wright confirmed his inclination to watch fights following his own, even in a fan capacity within the BKB organization. He remarked, “Oh, yeah. Of course. I’m definitely sticking around to watch that fight after my fight.”
Commenting on Malignaggi’s bid to replicate Austin Trout’s dual-sport championship success, Wright acknowledged the former boxing champion’s capabilities. “Right. So, I mean, I can’t take nothing from it, man. Like you said, he was a champ in boxing, and then he got a chance to be a champ here in BKB. So, hey, I mean, we all going to find out Saturday if he up next or if Ronaldo [is] gonna retain his title.”
Paulie Malignaggi’s Two-Sport Title Chase at BKB 54 Promises “Fireworks,” According to BKB Champ
Paulie Malignaggi is aiming to achieve a rare feat in combat sports: securing world championship titles in both traditional boxing and bare-knuckle fighting. This endeavor mirrors that of BKFC standout Austin Trout and has captured the interest of many in the fighting world, including fellow BKB titleholders.
Among those is Javon Wright, the reigning BKB Police Gazette welterweight champion. Wright is preparing to defend his belt against his rival, Dan Gittens, on May 16th at BKB 54: Mayhem in Manchester. This bout is the co-main event, preceding Malignaggi’s significant challenge for a two-sport championship.
Malignaggi is set to face off against the current BKB Bare Knuckle champion, Rolando Dy. When questioned about the impending Malignaggi vs. Dy fight, Wright predicted an explosive encounter: “It’s definitely gonna be a good fight between both of them. Because I know Rolando and that’s my guy, but I know Paulie is a good fighter, too. So, it’s definitely gonna be fireworks in that fight. So, I’m actually looking forward to that fight after my fight, for sure.”
Javon Wright Will Be a Spectator for Malignaggi’s Championship Bid
Wright confirmed that he intends to watch subsequent fights, even taking on a spectator role within the BKB promotion. He stated, “Oh, yeah. Of course. I’m definitely sticking around to watch that fight after my fight.”
Regarding Malignaggi’s pursuit of a dual-sport championship, drawing parallels to Austin Trout’s achievements, Wright expressed respect for Malignaggi’s past accomplishments: “Right. So, I mean, I can’t take nothing from it, man. Like you said, he was a champ in boxing, and then he got a chance to be a champ here in BKB. So, hey, I mean, we all going to find out Saturday if he up next or if Ronaldo [is] gonna retain his title.”
