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BKFC Explains Pulling Frankie Edgar, Citing Brain-Injury Risk

The promotion says it paid him despite the cancellation, leaving his future with BKFC uncertain.

Overview

  • BKFC removed Edgar from BKFC 82 in Newark days before his scheduled bout with Jimmie Rivera after a final medical review.
  • President David Feldman said the medical team raised concerns about long-term brain damage and potential CTE-related legal exposure.
  • Feldman declined to disclose specific medical findings behind the decision.
  • Edgar received what Feldman called a very respectable check for extensive promotional work despite not competing.
  • Feldman said Edgar is upset and may not return, and he noted fan response to the cancellation was largely supportive.