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Nolan King

Kevin Ferguson Jr. thinks father Kimbo Slice would’ve thrived in Bare Knuckle FC

UNCASVILLE, Conn. – Kevin Ferguson Jr. spoke to MMA Junkie on Tuesday ahead of his fight at Bellator 253.

Ferguson (3-2 MMA 3-2 BMMA), who meets Kaheem Murray (3-3 MMA, 0-0 BMMA) in a lightweight matchup, discusses his return from injury, sharing a card with teammates A.J. McKee and Joey Davis, as well as thoughts on how his father, Kimbo Slice, who died in 2016, would’ve performed in Bare Knuckle FC, and more.

Watch the full pre-fight interview with Ferguson above.

Bellator 253 takes place Thursday at Mohegan Sun Arena. The main card airs on CBS Sports Network following prelims streamed on MMA Junkie.

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