Darren Till Eyes BKFC Options After UFC Exit
BKFC president David Feldman says Till has several paths for his next fights, with an announcement expected within two weeks.
Updated on Nov. 5, 2026 in Mixed Martial Arts
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Darren Till cut ties with the UFC and has fought outside the organization since, most recently competing under the BKFC banner in September 2025 when he won a unanimous decision over Yoel Romero. BKFC president David Feldman stated that Till has options for his next few fights.
Why it matters
Till's departure from the UFC and continued movement across promotions reflects the growing competition for established mixed martial arts fighters outside the sport's largest organization. Feldman's comments indicate BKFC is seeking a longer-term relationship with the fighter.
Till's BKFC debut in March 2025 ended with a knockout of Aaron Chalmers, followed by a unanimous decision win over Yoel Romero in September 2025. Feldman has indicated that a fight or two outside BKFC would represent a larger payday for the fighter.
The players
Darren Till
A British mixed martial artist who previously competed in the UFC and has since fought under the BKFC banner.
David Feldman
President of Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship, the promotion overseeing Till's recent bouts.
Jake Paul
A social media personality and professional boxer who has accepted a match with Cedric Doumbe and is linked to a possible bout with Till.
The details
Feldman said that if BKFC cannot book a fight for Till, the fighter may face Jake Paul instead. Till has also accepted a boxing match with Cedric Doumbe, as has Jake Paul, and Mike Perry has said he is done with BKFC.
Timeline
March 2025: Till made his BKFC debut and knocked out Aaron Chalmers.
September 2025: Till defeated Yoel Romero by unanimous decision.
Within two weeks: BKFC expects to announce Till's next fight.
End of 2026: Deadline cited for a possible Till versus Jake Paul bout.
Season Trajectory
Till's move away from the UFC follows a pattern of fighters exploring opportunities with rival promotions like BKFC. The outcome of his next bookings will indicate whether such departures translate into sustained careers outside the sport's largest organization.
If BKFC books a fight for Till within two weeks, it will set his next competitive window and affect how fans follow his bouts. A booking against Jake Paul would be a high-profile crossover in combat sports.
The takeaway
Fighters leaving the UFC face a open market for their next bouts, and promotional announcements like BKFC's will show how that market plays out for Till.
What happens next
BKFC expects to announce Till's next fight within two weeks.
Further reading
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