After a four-year hiatus, a former champion who faced off against the likes of Terence Crawford, Devin Haney, and Gervonta Davis is set to make a surprising comeback. Yuriorkis Gamboa, once tipped for greatness, fell short in his battles with these formidable opponents, last competing in April 2022. Despite holding the WBA featherweight and interim lightweight titles, Gamboa couldn't secure a full belt at 135lbs, losing to Crawford and facing setbacks against Haney and Davis. Now, the 44-year-old Cuban fighter is making a bold move, switching to BKB Bare Knuckle Boxing, a decision that has left many intrigued. Gamboa expressed his excitement, stating, 'Bare knuckle boxing is the oldest form of boxing. After my Olympic gold medal and world championships, I'm thrilled to become a BKB Bare Knuckle World Champion. I'll showcase my skills and prove my place at the top of this sport.' BKB Bare Knuckle founder Mike Vasquez also praised the signing, saying, 'It's an honor to welcome Yuriorkis to bare knuckle. I'm eager to see his skills and reputation in action. We have an impressive roster of Cuban fighters, including our heavyweight champion. This year, we'll see more elite fighters joining our global community of over 200 athletes from 30 countries.' Gamboa's debut in this new discipline is expected to be announced soon, leaving fans eager to witness his next chapter in the ring.
