Chris 'Iron Fist' Rooney is a Vermont-born mixed martial artist set to make his BKFC debut against fellow New England veteran James Murrin at BKFC 92. He checks of a massive bucket list item that many fighters didn't even know they had in fighting at Fenway Park in his first BKFC appearance.

Rooney has experience across multiple weight classes, including lightweight, welterweight, and featherweight, but has most recently competed at 145 pounds. His “Iron Fist” nickname fits a history that includes several listed stoppage wins by punches or TKO. That finishing mentality, combined with a long background in local MMA, makes him a dangerous fighter in BKFC’s close-range, striking-only environment.

Beyond his pro ledger, Rooney has a much deeper amateur and regional combat-sports history. His listed results include time competing for Xtreme Cage Combat, Battle in Barre, Burlington Brawl, and other Vermont-area shows; the record includes multiple TKO victories, a guillotine-choke win, and championship bouts at lightweight and featherweight. He also has a small history in Muay Thai, adding striking experience that could carry over well to bare knuckle.