Jonny Graham Knocks Out Navid Mansouri at BKFC 81
Graham’s Power Shines in Brutal Championship Finish
BKFC 81 delivered a night of bare-knuckle carnage at the AO Arena in Manchester on September 27, 2025, and Jonny Graham’s thunderous knockout of Navid Mansouri stood out as the defining moment. With the BKFC British Lightweight Title on the line, Graham closed the show in Round 2 with a devastating right hand that sent Mansouri crashing to the canvas at 1:53.
According to BKFC.com, Graham fought with calculated aggression from the opening bell. He pressured Mansouri with feints, body shots, and crisp counters, gradually breaking down the veteran’s defense. Mansouri attempted to rally in Round 2, but Graham’s timing and power proved too much.
Mansouri’s Experience Undone by Graham’s Precision
Navid Mansouri, a seasoned boxer with a reputation for durability, entered the bout with confidence. He used lateral movement and sharp jabs to keep Graham at bay early, but the tide turned quickly. Graham began cutting off the ring and landing clean shots, culminating in the knockout sequence midway through the second round.
The finish was emphatic—Graham slipped a jab, planted his feet, and detonated a right hand that left Mansouri unable to continue. The referee waved it off immediately, and the Manchester crowd erupted.
Graham’s Title Win Signals New Era for BKFC UK
With this victory, Jonny Graham becomes the inaugural BKFC British Lightweight Champion and a breakout star in the promotion’s UK expansion. His blend of raw power, composure, and crowd appeal makes him a must-watch figure in the bare-knuckle scene.
Potential challengers include Aaron Chalmers, who scored a TKO win earlier in the night, or Lewis Garside, who delivered a first-round KO in his featherweight debut. But for now, Graham stands atop the division with gold around his waist and momentum on his side.
BKFC 81 proved that UK bare-knuckle fighting is here to stay—and Jonny Graham is leading the charge.
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