Tai Emery, the outspoken Australian brawler known for her flashing antics in BKFC, recently made waves with a stunning victory at Rizin in Japan. However, before stepping into the ring, Emery had to make a peculiar promise to some high-profile names in combat sports.
In a recent interview, Emery revealed that she was explicitly instructed not to flash the Japanese crowd during her Rizin appearance. The request came from none other than BKFC president David Feldman and UFC superstar Conor McGregor.
“That was a thing,” Emery chuckled. “I was told in every single email, every single phone call from David Feldman, ‘Please don’t.'”
Taking the request in stride, Emery went the extra mile by learning a Japanese phrase to assure interviewers of her commitment: “I promised David Feldman and Conor McGregor that I wouldn’t flash.” Her efforts to learn and use the phrase impressed local media.
Despite the restrictions on her trademark celebration, Emery’s performance in the ring spoke volumes. Fighting in front of 50,000 fans, she described the Rizin experience as “the best promotion I’ve ever fought on” and a “once-in-a-lifetime experience.”
The victory was particularly sweet for Emery, who revealed she had managed her entire fight camp solo, handling everything from nutrition to scheduling. “I wasn’t just dealing with people trying to interrupt my ability to perform,” she explained. “I was able to execute exactly how I know I can.”
Looking ahead, Emery has her sights set on gold. “I want the BKFC belt,” she declared emphatically. “I want what’s mine.”
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A broken nose in our first Bare Knuckle match tonight!
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With this latest knockout win, Emery has solidified her reputation as a formidable force in the bare-knuckle boxing world. Her combination of power, skill, and showmanship has captured the attention of fans and pundits alike, and it will be exciting to see what the future holds for this dynamic Australian star.
As Emery continues to make waves in the combat sports world, fans can expect more impressive performances – just don’t expect any flashing at Rizin events. After all, she made a promise to some pretty big names in the game.
