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Stuve and Santiago Clash at BKFC Edmonton After Tense Weigh-In Showdown

Santiago steps in on short notice to headline Saturday’s card at River Cree Resort and Casino against the undefeated Canadian.

Overview

  • Drew Stuve will seek to extend his unbeaten 2–0 bare-knuckle record when he headlines BKFC Fight Night Edmonton on August 9 at River Cree Resort and Casino.
  • Will Santiago stepped in on short notice after Michael Manno’s withdrawal and brings a 9–7 pro MMA record, including a 2018 Contender Series loss to Kevin Holland.
  • Stuve moves up to 175-pound middleweight for the first time after competing at welterweight in his first two BKFC bouts.
  • Edmonton marks BKFC’s third event in Canada and its first full-scale card beyond the Prospects series.
  • Tempers flared at Friday’s ceremonial weigh-ins when officials intervened to separate the headliners after a heated face-off.