Brandon Jenkins explains wild journey to Mike Perry upset knockout: ‘I heard Nick Diaz got the call’

Brandon Jenkins pulled off a shocking upset at Duel Arena, defeating veteran Mike Perry with a technical knockout stoppage just two days after receiving a last-minute call to replace Dillon Danis on the card in Orlando, Florida. Jenkins, who had earned a split decision over Chris Avila at MVP MMA's inaugural event in May, didn't anticipate another major opportunity coming so soon. After his victory, Jenkins revealed the high-profile names originally approached for the Perry fight before he got the call. "I'm happy he brought me in here and he picked me, because I heard Nick Diaz got the call," Jenkins said. "I also heard Tyron Woodley, and also heard Anthony Pettis, so I got picked, so I'm happy about that." Perry, a BKFC standout and former UFC fighter, was unable to continue due to injury, allowing Jenkins to capitalize on the opportunity. Jenkins has expressed interest in facing Nate Diaz next, setting up a potential matchup with the older Diaz brother and friend of Avila. The rapid turnaround and high-profile replacement showcase the unpredictable nature of combat sports matchmaking.