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After early reports , Ken Shamrock confirmed that his brand of bare knuckle will be returning to action. On October 27th in Jacksonville, Florida, Valor BK will host its second ever event, VBK 2.

Valor BK Announces VBK 2

“Valor Bare Knuckle is the only, true bare knuckle [boxing] promotion”, MMA legend and UFC Hall of Famer Ken Shamrock proclaimed during the promotion’s announcement.

The event, which will take place at the University of North Florida, will come after more than a four year halt from operations by the bare knuckle brand.

Former UFC/Bellator veteran and winner of the VBK 1 Heavyweight Tournament final, Mark “The Hand of” Godbeer has been announced to be defending his heavyweight title. An opponent has yet to be named.

Fight fans around the world have a chance to win VBK 2 tickets along with a personal meet and greet with Ken Shamrock in a giveaway on the promotion’s website.

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