By Josh Clare – BkN UK

Big Brad Donovan is back — and this time, there’s more than pride on the line. On 12th July, all roads lead to Hull as Brad steps into the Bad to the Bone ring with one mission: to bring home the vacant BTTB English Cruiserweight Title.

This isn’t just another scrap. This is the fight that cements Brad Donovan as one of the most dangerous men in British bare-knuckle boxing. He’s done the work, he’s paid his dues, and now it’s time to cash in.

A TRUE POWERHOUSE

If you haven’t watched Brad Donovan yet, trust us — there’s levels to this. The man doesn’t box to tap and dance — he’s in there to take your head off. His fists don’t throw fancy combinations for the scorecards; they find chins and end nights early.

He’s blasted his way through his first opponents with brutal stoppages that left no doubt who’s boss. His last , Karl McDonagh, barely made it out of round two before Brad’s bombs folded him up for good. And that’s the thing with Brad — when he steps in there, everyone knows what’s coming. It’s just a matter of how long you can stay on your feet.

IRON SHARPENS IRON IN WIGAN

Some fighters switch it on for fight week — Brad Donovan lives it, every single day. When he’s not cracking jaws, he’s building them at the Strength & Fitness Lab in Wigan, a gym he owns and runs himself.

This isn’t your average commercial sweatbox — this is where real graft happens. Fighters, lifters, everyday grafters — they all come through Brad’s door because they know the culture is solid. No shortcuts. No excuses. If Brad tells you he’s ready, you better believe it — because he’s the first one in and the last one out every single day.

All that heavy lifting and disciplined graft mean one thing: Brad Donovan is stepping into Hull in the best condition of his life. Stronger. Fitter. Meaner. And he’s not just doing it for himself — he’s doing it for every lad and lass who walks through those doors at Strength & Fitness Lab. He sets the standard.

HULL SHOWDOWN: BTTB ENGLISH CRUISERWEIGHT TITLE

This Hull card is already buzzing but there’s no doubt which fight has the town talking. Brad takes on Grant Malloy for the vacant BTTB English Cruiserweight Title — a belt that opens doors, shuts doubters up, and puts real respect on your name.

Malloy’s no mug — tough, durable and game for a war. But let’s be honest, once that first heavy shot lands, everything changes. Brad’s not looking to outpoint anyone — he’s there to remind people what bare-knuckle’s all about: power, grit and finality.

BKN UK SPONSORED FIGHTER

At BkN UK, we’re proud as hell to back Brad Donovan. He’s exactly what this sport needs: honest fighter, proper grafter, doesn’t duck a scrap, doesn’t sugar-coat anything. He fights for every fan who loves the sport raw, real and unfiltered.

We’re not just slapping a logo on his shorts — we’re in his corner because he represents what we stand for. No half measures. No hype jobs. Just knockouts, respect and real bare-knuckle boxing.

THE FUTURE

12th July could change everything for Brad. Get that belt around his waist and watch the floodgates open — big domestic showdowns, big names, and big nights. And you can bet your last quid he won’t be hard to find — Brad’s the type that’ll fight anyone, anywhere, so long as there’s a crowd and two fists to swing.

Brad — your time is now. Bring that English Cruiserweight strap back to Wigan. We’re behind you every single step.