Kris Trezise Beats Paul O’Sullivan at BKFC 77
BP Pulse Arena, Birmingham, UK — June 28, 2025
Kris Trezise (4-1) showcased grit, volume, and ring generalship in a hard-fought unanimous decision win over Paul O’Sullivan (2-2) at BKFC 77. With scores of 47–46 and 48–45 twice, Trezise earned a clean sweep on the judges’ cards and solidified his place as one of the UK’s most durable bare-knuckle contenders.
Trezise’s Pressure Wins the Day
From the opening round, Trezise applied steady pressure, walking O’Sullivan down and forcing exchanges in close quarters. While O’Sullivan landed crisp counters and showed solid footwork early, Trezise’s pace and body work began to wear him down by the midpoint of the fight.
Round 3 saw Trezise take full control, landing combinations and pushing the tempo. O’Sullivan rallied in the final round, but it wasn’t enough to sway the judges.
O’Sullivan’s Skill Tested Under Fire
Paul O’Sullivan entered the bout with momentum and a reputation for technical boxing, but he struggled to keep Trezise off him. While he showed flashes of brilliance, especially in Rounds 1 and 4, the sustained pressure and volume from Trezise proved decisive.
The loss marks a setback, but O’Sullivan remains a dangerous presence in the division with room to rebound.
UK Lightweight Division Tightens
With the win, Trezise inches closer to title contention in BKFC’s UK lightweight division. His relentless style and ability to go the distance make him a compelling matchup for top-tier opponents like James Lilley or Franco Tenaglia.
Conclusion
Kris Trezise’s unanimous decision victory over Paul O’Sullivan wasn’t flashy—it was earned. In a sport built on grit and violence, Trezise proved he can go deep and dominate. BKFC 77 delivered blood and brilliance, and Trezise’s performance was a masterclass in pressure fighting.
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