BKFC signs Nate Maness after UFC split

It didn’t take long for Nate Maness to find a new home.

Weeks after the seven-fight UFC veteran Maness revealed he was not re-signed by the promotion, he’s inked a new multifight deal with BKFC.

Maness’ manager Pat Wilson, of Rise Sports Management, and BKFC officials recently informed MMA Junkie of the news, and Maness made a formal announcement Tuesday on social media.

News is out. We're @bareknucklefc bound #Mayhem pic.twitter.com/K65YeKPCjF

— Nate Maness (@MayhemManess1) September 3, 2024

Maness’ departure from the UFC was a bit of an unusual one, as he won back-to-back fights prior to the expiration of his contract. He went 5-2 with the promotion, including three Performance of the Night bonus-earning performances.

Despite his success, the promotion was interested in bringing him back. Maness told MMA Junkie in late July that UFC officials had not given him a reason as to why they did not want to keep him. However, Maness later said on X he was informed members of the UFC brass were not pleased with his excitement level.

With his UFC exit behind him, Maness, 33, looks to continue his success in a different combat sport. He currently does not have a date or opponent booked for his first BKFC appearance, though is expected to debut in the coming months.