BKFC 84 places Josh Dyer in the biggest moment of his career. He will defend his light heavyweight title against his fierce rival Lorenzo Hunt. Their long-awaited rematch arrives on November 15. Dyer appeared on Bare Knuckle Bowker and shared why this second meeting carries such heavy meaning.
The weight of their brutal first encounter
Dyer reflected on their first fight and said Hunt had “taken a piece of his soul” that night. He now wants to take it back. The loss scarred him on every level. The beating pushed him mentally and physically to the edge. That painful night forced Dyer to create a unique bare-knuckle style. The new approach guided him to the championship and brought him back to the only opponent who ever beat him without gloves.
Preparing for the most important fight of his life
Dyer said this rematch feels like the most important fight he has ever entered. Hunt remains his only loss in the sport. Dyer described the defeat as brutal and unforgettable. He feels grateful to get another chance to change the story. His team stands behind him. Friends and fans share his excitement. Many want to see him erase the only mark on his record. For Dyer, this opportunity holds immense value.
The low payday he received for the first clash
In a separate interview, Dyer revealed he earned only five thousand dollars for the first fight with Hunt. When asked jokingly if he now earns more, he said his knockout bonus alone tops that figure. He added that he understands Hunt’s skills much better today. The first fight was not worth the money he received. His emergency room bill reached thirteen thousand dollars. He explained that he handled the negotiations for the rematch with far more care.
