George “Buzzsaw” Martinez is a gritty southpaw fighter making his bare knuckle debut with the heart and drive of a seasoned veteran. Born in Chihuahua, Mexico and now fighting out ofDenver, Colorado, George earned his nickname at the gym thanks to his relentless fighting style. Standing 5’7” tall, he brings tenacity, experience, and sharp technique into the ring. His MMA background (5-4 record) has shaped his identity as a fighter who thrives on toughness and pressure, even in the faceof challenging odds. For George, stepping into BKB marks a bold new chapter in an already hard-fought journey.
Trained by Steven Paprocki and Conor Heun, George enters each bout with grit as his greatest weapon. His most recent MMA appearance in November 2024 saw him headline an MCF event, where he fought up a weight class and lost by split decision—an outcome that speaks to his willingness to take on any challenge. With no formal team around him,George relies heavily on his own mental toughness and the close guidance of his corner. His fight style is less about flash and more about substance—getting in, grinding forward, and earning every inch.
Outside the ring, George is a proud family man. He shares his life with girlfriend Vanessa Combest and their children—Olivia (10), Emberly (5), and a son due in December. Passionate about anime, video games, music, and martial arts, he lives a balanced life rooted in love and perseverance. Influenced by legends like GSP and Brandon Royval, as well as fictional hero Goku and his own mother, George draws inspiration from resilience and growth. George “Buzzsaw” Martinez is stepping into the world of bare knuckle boxing with purpose, grit, and something to prove.