Watch: Jessica Borga Knocks Out Hannah Rankin in Historic BKFC Title Fight
Jessica Borga made history by defeating Hannah Rankin via knockout in the first round to claim the inaugural BKFC Women’s Featherweight Championship. The highly anticipated bout took place at the Dubai Tennis Stadium as part of BKFC 72.
Jessica Borga Knockout Win Hannah Rankin
Jessica Borga is known for her powerful striking and lived up to her reputation by ending the fight swiftly. Her performance was consistent with her previous outings in the BKFC, where she has demonstrated a knack for early finishes. Borga’s victory solidifies her position in the women’s featherweight division and shows her potential as a dominant force in bare-knuckle boxing.
Hannah Rankin is a former boxing world champion who entered the bout with a strong background in traditional boxing. Despite her experience, she was unable to withstand Borga’s aggressive style, which proved too much for her in the opening round. Rankin’s BKFC debut had been successful, winning via split decision against Deborah Melhorn, but she faced a different challenge in Borga’s power.
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The inaugural women’s featherweight title fight between Borga and Rankin was a highlight of the evening, drawing significant attention due to the fighters’ backgrounds and the historical significance of the championship. Borga’s win is expected to attract more talent to the division.
