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Smith Fights Amidst Domestic Violence Charges
2 Sep
Summary
- Anthony Smith will fight in a bare-knuckle MMA tournament semifinal.
- The fight is scheduled for October 2, 2026, in the Dominican Republic.
- Smith faces charges of domestic violence, to which he pleaded not guilty.
Former UFC title challenger Anthony Smith is scheduled to fight in the semifinal round of the Gamebred Bare Knuckle MMA heavyweight tournament. The bout is set for October 2, 2026, in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, and will be broadcast on DAZN.
This booking occurs less than six weeks after Smith's high-profile arrest in July 2026, where he faced three felony charges of domestic violence. Smith has publicly maintained his innocence, having pleaded not guilty to the charges.
Gamebred FC president Lex McMahon issued a statement addressing the controversial nature of booking Smith. He highlighted Smith's not guilty plea and his subsequent reunion with his family, indicating the promotion's awareness of the situation.
