Jamie Driver Eyes Ladd-Daimoni While Rehabbing for Kamyron

Jamie Driver is rehabbing an arm injury while lining up a BKB super lightweight title fight against Khortni Kamyron, and the current champion made the trip to BKB 58 in Miami specifically to scout Aspen Ladd against Bianca Daimoni.

Driver, BKB's Poice Gazette diamond belt holder, attended the card as a spectator rather than a competitor. Asked which fight on the card had her attention, she did not hesitate. "I am very much looking forward to the Aspen Ladd vs. Bianca Daimoni fight. That's the one I have my eyes on," Driver said.

What's Next for Jamie Driver

Jamie Driver's next fight is set to be Khortni Kamyron for the BKB super lightweight title, a bout that has not yet been scheduled while Driver finishes recovering from an arm injury. "So my next fight will be against Khortni Kamyron," Driver said, adding that she is hopeful the Ladd-Daimoni winner sets up her following title defense. "I'm hoping that this will be the title eliminator for after the fact. After I become crowned super lightweight champion."

On timing, Driver said the injury is close to fully healed. "I'm still healing the injury with my arm. But I'm seeing the light at the end of the tunnel. So, if it's not by the end of this year, it'll definitely be early next year," she said.

Why Driver Is Watching Ladd vs. Daimoni So Closely

Jamie Driver previously beat Bianca Daimoni over six rounds for BKB gold, and she was seen cheering for Daimoni at the BKB 58 weigh-ins despite that history. "Bianca and I already danced for six rounds together. So, she has all my respect in the world," Driver said. "It's a great welcome fight for Aspen... just aside from wanting to fight Aspen, it's just a great fight for the women's division entirely."

Driver broke down the stylistic matchup between Ladd and Daimoni in detail, predicting a close, largely stand-up affair. "I really just kind of see it most likely going all five rounds. But both girls just, they both are heavy hitters. They have the skill and the technique," she said, noting Daimoni's Muay Thai background gives her a strong inside game against Ladd's grappling-heavy pedigree from MMA. "It's very 50-50, a well-matched even fight."

Driver also made clear she views Ladd, who has fought across the UFC, PFL and BKFC, as a future opponent of her own if Ladd climbs the BKB rankings. "I look forward to, if she makes it, I look forward to meeting her there and beating her ass," Driver said.

Betting Angle

Jamie Driver's title fight with Khortni Kamyron remains unbooked, so no market line exists yet, but expect Driver to open as a betting favorite whenever the bout is finalized given her standing as champion. For Ladd-Daimoni, Driver's own read, a pick'em style five-round fight between a grappling-heavy former UFC and PFL competitor and a Muay Thai striker, lines up with how bettors should approach it if odds open close. Fighters coming off long grappling exchanges against clinch-savvy strikers with a Muay Thai base tend to produce live underdog value, and that dynamic is worth watching once BKB or sportsbooks price the fight.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Jamie Driver fighting next in BKB?

Jamie Driver's next fight is scheduled to be against Khortni Kamyron for the BKB super lightweight title, though the bout has not yet been officially booked as Driver recovers from an arm injury.

Has Jamie Driver fought Bianca Daimoni before?

Yes, Jamie Driver previously beat Bianca Daimoni over six rounds to win BKB gold, and Driver was seen supporting Daimoni at the BKB 58 weigh-ins.

What did Jamie Driver say about Aspen Ladd vs. Bianca Daimoni?

Jamie Driver predicted the Aspen Ladd vs. Bianca Daimoni fight at BKB 58 would be a close, evenly matched five-round battle between Ladd's grappling background and Daimoni's Muay Thai striking.