Ace Samples

Ace Samples, a mixed martial artist and boxing grappling connoisseur, is set to take on Derek Perez in an undercard bout at BKFC 52. In this interview, Samples opens up about his journey in the MMA world, battling depression, and finding his passion in mix martial arts. He shares his experience of traveling around, taking fights wherever he could and honing his skills. After a five-year retirement, Samples returned to the ring and is determined to make his mark. He talks about his mental and physical preparation for the upcoming fight, his dedication to his gym and coaching young fighters, and his plans for the future. Samples also discusses the unique aspects of BKFC, including the fast-paced nature and close proximity of the fights. He aims to leave a lasting impression and climb the ladder to success in the world of bare knuckle boxing.