Mike Perry’s plans to continue his mixed martial arts career could bring him back to the UFC. The fighter known as “Platinum” stated on The Ariel Helwani Show last month that he is moving on from bare-knuckle boxing following a successful run in the sport.
Anti-Doping Program Entry Signals Potential Comeback
Although Perry was a frequently discussed member of the UFC roster during his previous tenure, he grew into an even larger star by becoming the face of the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC). A recent update to the UFC Anti-Doping program indicates that the athlete could soon return to the premier MMA promotion.
The anti-doping database maintained by the UFC allows the public to view how many times roster members have undergone testing during the year. The latest site update shows a new entry for Mike Perry, who has recorded one test so far this year. While the listing could potentially be a clerical error, it strongly suggests that he has re-entered the testing pool in preparation for an Octagon comeback.
Under the promotion’s anti-doping policy, athletes who leave the roster due to inactivity must sign a new promotional agreement and make themselves available for testing for one month before stepping back into competition. The policy also notes that exceptions can be made under certain circumstances, allowing fighters to compete in less than a month.
Previous UFC Run and Recent Fights
During his initial stint with the promotion, Perry compiled a 7-8 record inside the Octagon. His final appearance for the organization was a unanimous decision defeat against Daniel Rodriguez in 2021, after which his contract expired and was not renewed.
Since leaving the promotion, Perry has primarily competed in bare-knuckle boxing alongside two recent MMA bouts. After defeating Nate Diaz earlier this year, he suffered a first-round loss to replacement opponent Brandon Jenkins due to an injury.
