William Dunkle previews his April 11 Fusion Fight League Montana matchup with Dallas Davison and explains why the fight carries personal stakes.
Regional combat sports in the Mountain West continue gaining momentum, and fighters like William “The 208 Underdog” Dunkle are helping lead that charge. Ahead of his April 11 appearance on the Fusion Fight League Montana card against Dallas “The Dentist” Davison, Dunkle returns to The Gordie Tamayo Show with a clear message: this isn’t just another matchup; it’s a statement fight. With experience across MMA, pro boxing, and bare-knuckle competition, Dunkle is positioning himself as both a competitor and a catalyst for expanding bare-knuckle boxing opportunities in Idaho.
What happens when a veteran multi-discipline fighter steps into the cage with something to prove; not just to his opponent, but to an entire regional fight scene?
On this episode of The Gordie Tamayo Show, we sit down with William “208 Underdog” Dunkle ahead of his April 11 fight against Dallas Davison on the Fusion Fight League Montana card. The conversation covers the origins of their rivalry, Dunkle’s evolving fight strategy as a southpaw pressure fighter, and his long-term vision of helping bring sanctioned bare-knuckle boxing events to Idaho.
Key Highlights:
• Why the matchup with Dallas Davison became personal after their last shared event appearance
• How Dunkle is sharpening his pressure-heavy southpaw style for bare-knuckle competition
• His mission to help make history by bringing sanctioned bare-knuckle boxing to Idaho
Expanded Episode Summary
William “The 208 Underdog” Dunkle returns to the Boise Beat ahead of one of the most meaningful fights of his current run. Scheduled for April 11 in Great Falls, Montana, Dunkle faces Dallas Davison on a Fusion Fight League Montana card that represents both competitive opportunity and personal momentum.
During the conversation, Dunkle explains how the matchup developed after unexpected exchanges between the two fighters at a previous event. Rather than treating the bout as routine matchmaking, he frames it as another step in proving himself against experienced opponents; including fighters with backgrounds in organizations like BKFC.
Dunkle also discusses tactical preparation heading into the bout. As a southpaw known for forward pressure and smothering angles, he’s focused on controlling space and tempo; especially in a bare-knuckle environment where positioning and timing become even more critical.
Beyond the matchup itself, Dunkle shares a broader goal: helping bring sanctioned bare-knuckle boxing to Idaho for the first time. For him, this fight represents both personal progress and a step toward building something larger for fighters across the region.
Guest Bio
William “The 208 Underdog” Dunkle is a professional combat sports athlete competing across MMA, professional boxing, and bare-knuckle boxing. Representing Idaho’s growing regional fight scene, he has built a reputation for pressure-forward striking, resilience, and willingness to face experienced opposition across multiple combat disciplines. He continues working to expand opportunities for bare-knuckle competition in the Northwest while pursuing high-profile matchups across state lines.
