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MMA·PREVIEW·July 1, 2026 05:08 PM ET

Cannoli-Throwing Confrontation Escalates Liberty Brawl Presser

Tensions boil over before Friday's fight.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 11 min read
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Video: Johnny Garbarino slams Mike Richman with cannoli during chaotic BKFC Liberty Brawl presser https://t.co/5VmFEKEHB

What happened: A Liberty Brawl press conference turned chaotic when one fighter struck his opponent with cannoli. The two are scheduled to fight Friday in Philadelphia.

Why it matters: The confrontation intensified an already heated buildup to the bare-knuckle event. Their bout is positioned among the card's featured attractions.

What to watch: Watch for weigh-in tensions before the fighters meet at Xfinity Mobile Arena on July 3.

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