UFC star Paige VanZant is set to wow London fans this summer as she headlines Bare Knuckle FC's first ever European event at Alexandra Palace after discussing whether she could ever return to her former employers.
VanZant, who has more than three million Instagram followers and a private fans only website, is looking to bounce back from unanimous decision defeats in her first two BKFC outings.
The 27-year-old has now been chosen by promotional president David Felman to headline a July 9 event in the UK, against an opponent that has not yet been named, almost two years to the day after her final UFC outing.The update comes after VanZant, signed a pro wrestling contract with All Elite Wrestling having appeared on several of their broadcasts over the last few months.Earlier in the week, VanZant was asked about a potential UFC return in the future - and she said in no uncertain terms that it is not a possibility.
She told MMAFighting : "Of course, I love the UFC. Will you be watching Paige VanZant in July? Tell us in the comments section "I love the organisation.
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