Mike Perry Predicts Knockout Over Nate Diaz in MMA Comeback

The 'King of Violence' titleholder returns to the octagon after a five-year hiatus.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 5:57am

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Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship's 'King of Violence' titleholder Mike Perry is set to make his return to mixed martial arts on May 16, taking on former UFC 'BMF' title challenger Nate Diaz. Despite the long layoff, the 34-year-old Perry is confident he can knock out the durable Diaz in their highly anticipated matchup on the Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano fight card at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California.

Why it matters

This fight marks a significant comeback for both fighters, as Perry has been away from MMA for five years while Diaz has been out of action for over three years. The bout is expected to garner massive attention as part of the Most Valuable Promotions and Netflix-promoted event, giving Perry a high-profile platform to make a statement in his return to the octagon.

The details

Perry, who currently holds the 'King of Violence' title in Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship, believes his training and skills will allow him to defeat the tough and experienced Diaz. 'Platinum' plans to bring a violent and intense style to the fight, promising to 'spread some blood' and give the fans the 'bloody people's fight' they are expecting.

  • The fight is scheduled for May 16, 2026.
  • Perry has not competed in an MMA bout in five years.
  • Diaz has been out of action for over three years.

The players

Mike Perry

A 34-year-old fighter who currently holds the 'King of Violence' title in Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship. He is making his return to mixed martial arts after a five-year hiatus.

Nate Diaz

A former UFC 'BMF' title challenger who is also returning to the octagon after more than three years away from the sport.

Ronda Rousey

A former UFC women's bantamweight champion who is set to headline the May 16 event against Gina Carano.

Gina Carano

A former MMA fighter and actress who is making a comeback to face Ronda Rousey on the May 16 card.

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What they’re saying

“Yeah, I think so. I think after everything, years in our careers. Don't get me wrong. Nate is very durable, very tough. I think I can have the skills and abilities, the way training is going, I think I'll be very sharp, very dangerous, very on point, and targeted.”

— Mike Perry

“I'm looking to go in and give the people the bloody people's fight, people's main event show that they're looking for, the real BMF-style altercation. Meet Nate in the middle and, you know, spread some blood.”

— Mike Perry

What’s next

The fight between Mike Perry and Nate Diaz is scheduled to take place on May 16, 2026 at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California as part of the Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano event promoted by Most Valuable Promotions and Netflix.

The takeaway

This highly anticipated matchup between two veteran fighters looking to make a comeback will likely deliver the type of intense, bloody, and violent spectacle that fans have come to expect from a 'BMF'-style fight. Perry's confidence in his abilities and promise to 'spread some blood' suggests this bout could be a true slugfest that steals the show on the stacked Rousey-Carano card.