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BKFC
United States
Athlete
Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) - Janjira Muay Thai
Local
Reach
High
Response Rate

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About David Rickels — BKFC mixed Martial Arts (MMA) athlete

David Rickels is a Wichita-based MMA and BKFC fighter whose profile is built around combat sports, hard training, and community-focused gym ownership at 316 Martial Arts. He brings strong local credibility, an authentic fighter identity, and family-friendly, performance-driven content that fits brands looking to reach engaged sports and fitness audiences.


Why you should sponsor me for your next influencer campaign?

 David 'Caveman' Rickels started his martial arts career when he began wrestling in high school, he took his talents to Butler Community College before deciding to fully focus on becoming a professional Mixed Martial Artist and compete. After compiling a 5-0 record, Rickels was signed by Bellator and has competed in three of their tournaments, making the finals in Bellator's season 8 lightweight division tournament. David Rickels has compiled a record breaking 23 fights with Bellator's promotion and continues to compete in the welterweight and lightweight division. Also while competing he has created his own promotion called 'Evolution Fighting Championship' and continues to raise a family with his wife.

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Overview

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👨Male
📍WichitaKansasUnited States
BKFC

Janjira Muay Thai

Butler Community College

United States

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Awards

  • Most Fights in Bellator History (23)

  • Bellator Season 8 Lightweight Championship

References / press

  • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Rickels

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Social Media Deal

1 post & 1 story with the David Rickels promoting your product.

$4,000
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Brand Ambassador Deal

Long-term deal involving appearances, photoshoots, social media and more.

$36,000
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Appearance Deal

Have David Rickels make a live appearance at your next event

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Frequently asked questions

Brands can sponsor David Rickels on OpenSponsorship by creating a free account, browsing David Rickels's profile, and sending a sponsorship proposal for social posts, appearances, or integrated campaigns. OpenSponsorship handles messaging, deliverables, and deal terms in one platform so you can connect directly with this athlete.

David Rickels is listed on OpenSponsorship and available for brand sponsorships. Brands can review campaign packages, audience details, and pricing on this profile, then submit a proposal to start a partnership with this athlete.

According to OpenSponsorship, estimated pricing to sponsor David Rickels starts at $4,000 for a social media post, $6,000 for a appearance and $36,000 for a brand ambassador campaign. Final rates depend on deliverables, usage rights, and campaign scope. Sign up on OpenSponsorship to view packages and send a proposal.

According to OpenSponsorship, David Rickels's audience includes 15K+ Instagram followers, interests including Home Life, Marriage & Family, Kids, Fitness & Performance, based in Wichita, Kansas, United States. Brands can use this profile to evaluate reach, content niche, and sponsorship fit before sending a proposal.

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