Andrew Strode has been waiting his whole life for this moment.

At BKFC 78 on July 12, the undefeated Denver fighter challenges Gee Perez (5-1) for the Interim BKFC World Flyweight Championship at the legendary Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, FL.

Strode has quickly shot up the rankings in BKFC’s talent-rich, 125-pound weight class, amassing a 3-0 record since signing with the promotion in 2023. All of Strode’s wins have come by stoppage, including finishes over perennial contenders Tyler Randall and Chancy Wilson in his two most recent trips to the Squared Circle.

“This is the biggest test of my career,” the unbeaten Strode says ahead of his summertime clash in Florida.

“I’ve been boxing for 20 years, but this is bigger than all of my previous fights put together. This is the first time that I’ve ever fought for a belt on the professional stage.”

Despite the high stakes, Strode is approaching this fight the same way he has approached his previous matchups in the Squared Circle.

“It’s business as usual, and I’m keeping everything in perspective — it’s just another day at the office for me,” Strode says. 

“I’ve been fighting every day my whole life, preparing for this moment, and I’m just ready.”

Strode is proud to represent Denver in the world’s fastest growing combat sports promotion. He’s driven to follow BKFC World Cruiserweight Champion Chris Camozzi and become the second BKFC World Titlist from The Mile High City.

“I’m taking the win and I’m taking the belt home to Denver. I know my opponent is a great fighter and he’s going to come to fight, but this belt is coming home with me,” he says.

“This is everything that I’ve dreamed and worked for since I was a kid.”