In terms of overt brutality, few combat sport brands pack as much of a punch as Big Knockout Boxing (BKB). Owned by DirecTV, BKB is designed to force fighters into an all-out brawl; instead of a ring or a cage, they’re placed in the center of a 17-foot pit. For a series of two-minute rounds, the fighters stand toe-to-toe as they swing, fighting for BKB’s ultimate goal: a total knockout.
It’s a sport for heavy hitters, and it’s an event for fans who like to see relentless, unending punches. But unexpectedly, BKB carries one of the most promising advancements in combat sports technology.