UFC veteran and current BKFC star Mike Perry has spoken out following his recent run-in with law enforcement in Clermont, Florida. The incident, which occurred last week, resulted in Perry’s arrest after he was stopped for allegedly exceeding the speed limit.
In a candid interview on the Overdogs podcast with Michael Bisping, Perry addressed the situation, expressing remorse for his behavior during the encounter with police officers. “I want to say I’m sorry for talking to those guys like that. I was a little pissed off at the moment,” Perry admitted. “I guess I was just driving a little too fast.”
The brawler, known for his aggressive style in the ring, explained his decision to decline field sobriety tests requested by the officers. Perry claimed that he has poor balance even when completely sober, stating, “I can’t stand on one leg even when I’m [clear-headed], so I wasn’t going to play any ‘games’ with the police.”
Interestingly, former UFC middleweight champion Michael Bisping, who co-hosted the podcast, supported Perry’s choice to refuse the tests. Bisping, hailing from the United Kingdom, questioned the validity of such tests, suggesting that breathalyzers, which are more commonly used in his home country, might be a more reliable method.
Despite the legal troubles, Perry seems determined to move forward and focus on his career. He revealed plans for his next bout in the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC), where he has found considerable success. Perry boasts an impressive five-fight winning streak in the organization and has become one of its biggest stars.
Discussing his future in BKFC, Perry shared that his next fight will likely take place in the 185-pound weight class. He also addressed speculation about a potential title shot, explaining, “They won’t offer me the title fight, considering their champion has no draw.” Perry suggested that his status as a more prominent attraction than the current champion might be a factor in the organization’s decision-making process.
