Paul Venis - FIRST BKFC Fight - Bare Knuckle Boxing Documentary
Step into the gripping world of Paul Venis, a former K1 champion turned bare-knuckle boxer, as he prepares for his debut with BKFC. This raw and emotional documentary chronicles his journey of redemption, discipline, and transformation as he transitions into one of the most brutal combat sports on the planet.
@BKFC UK Had Another Great Event! An undefeated kickboxer (32-0, 31 KO's), Paul Venis found the fight game after spending three years in prison.
FIGHT CARD.
MAIN EVENT
STANOY THE COBRA TABAKOV
@stanoytabakov5770
VS
PAUL THE MENACE VENIS
@Paul venis K1 kickboxing & boxing
BARTLOMIEJ KROL
VS
PIC THE MAULER JARDINE
@picjardine3480
DANNY THE BASTARD CHRISTIE
@therealdannychristie8255
VS
JIMMY JUSTICE MILLAR
@Justicejimmymillar
JOHN BIG BAD FERGUSON
@johnfergo1987
VS
DANNY THE DESTROYER MOIR
@DannyMoirBKB
JACK THE YORKSHIRE STALLION CULSHAW
@jackculshaw6492
VS
BARTEK THE POLISH PLOUGH KANABEY
@WBKB-uk
CAMERON PARTY HARDY
@Cameron Hardy
VS
BRYAN THE BIG BAD WOLF CREIGHTON
@creighto
STEVIE TAYLOR
@victoriataylor5665
VS
JAKUB KOSA KOSICKI
@j.kosicki
BRADLEY TAYLOR
@bradley.taylor_
VS
DAN MOHAMMED
@danmohammedbkb
GARY THE GRIM REAPER SLATOR
@GarySlatorBKB
VS
ROB CUNNINGHAM
@robcunni
WILL ROCHESTER
VS
LUKE BEAMISH
@beamish.luke
RYAN SANSON
r.san22
VS
JEREMY WALTRON
Key Highlights:
1. Redemption Through Fighting
Paul reflects on his turbulent past, describing himself as a "lunatic, bully, and narcissist" before finding purpose through faith and combat sports.
Fighting saved him from addiction and gave him a path to channel his energy into something meaningful.
2. The Challenge of Bare Knuckle
Venis shares his excitement and apprehension about transitioning to BKFC, where the competition is fierce, and one mistake can end a fight instantly.
With his extensive K1 background, he discusses adapting his style for bare-knuckle boxing, focusing on refining his stance, movement, and boxing skills.
3. Training and Transformation
Training under Mark Lyons, Venis undergoes a rigorous camp to adjust his body and mind for the demands of bare-knuckle boxing.
His journey includes learning to overcome his old habits from K1 and developing a more refined, efficient boxing style.
4. Overcoming Trolls and Critics
Venis opens up about developing thick skin to handle criticism and online trolling, especially when it targets his family.
He shares how his focus on faith and resilience helps him navigate the mental challenges of the sport.
5. The Growing World of BKFC
The documentary highlights the rapid rise of BKFC as a global sport, attracting fighters from various combat disciplines, including MMA and boxing.
Venis praises the platform for providing fighters with opportunities to compete and grow, describing it as "a second chance" for athletes to showcase their skills.
6. Fighting for a Purpose
Paul discusses the deeper motivation behind his journey: fighting not just for glory but to inspire others, especially those battling addiction or adversity.
With faith and family as his cornerstones, Venis is determined to leave a legacy in bare-knuckle boxing.
This documentary is an inspiring look at Paul Venis’ evolution as a fighter and person, showcasing the grit and determination required to succeed in bare-knuckle boxing. Don’t miss this behind-the-scenes journey into the heart of BKFC!
