In a surprising turn of events at the BKFC 56 press conference, Todd Duffee, who was set to make his BKFC debut, received the news that his opponent, Ben Rothwell, had to withdraw just two hours before the fight. The disappointment was evident on Duffee’s face as he shared his thoughts with Matthew Kohler from Knuckletown Official.
Having put in seven weeks of hard work for this debut, Duffee expressed his heartbreak at the last-minute cancellation. While Rothwell cited illness as the reason, Duffee remains respectful of his opponent, acknowledging Rothwell’s reputation for not pulling out of fights.
In the interview, Duffee touches on the potential rescheduling of the fight for February and hints at a middleweight calling him out, dispelling rumors that he turned down a fight, emphasizing that no offer was even extended.
Duffee, known for his MMA career, shared his focus on the BKFC heavyweight roster and the anticipation of the title eliminator fight. He also shared his excitement for the stacked card and expressed disappointment over missing his own fight but promised a great show when he steps into the squared circle.
Stay tuned for updates on Todd Duffee’s BKFC journey and the possible rescheduled bout against Ben Rothwell in February.
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