What happened: Manager Malki Kawa confirmed an agreement for the veteran fighter to return to the promotion. Perry last competed in the Octagon in April 2021 before transitioning to bare-knuckle competition.

Why it matters: Perry developed into the headline attraction for BKFC, scoring high-profile victories over former UFC champions Luke Rockhold and Eddie Alvarez. His return injects immediate drawing power into the UFC welterweight division while removing bare-knuckle fighting's most recognizable star.

What to watch: The promotion has not announced an official date or opponent for his return bout.