Mike “Bolo” Santos is a powerhouse bare knuckle fighter known for his brawling style, knockout power, and aggressive presence in the ring. Born in Manila, Philippines and now fighting out of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Mike earned the nickname “Bolo” after the iconic Filipino machete—a symbol of his cutting aggression and fighting tenacity. At 5’7” with an orthodox stance, Santos embodies intensity. With a combat career shaped by Muay Thai, MMA, and now bare knuckle boxing, he’s bringing years of experience and fire into every fight.

Mike’s combat sports resume includes a 9-4 amateur Muay Thai record, a 4-2 amateur MMA record, and 3-3 as a professional in MMA. He is also a two-time Colorado Muay Thai State Champion and former Mile High Muay Thai Champion at 150 lbs. In his bare knuckle debut, he scored a knockout win over Art Parker, proving that his power and durability translate perfectly to the BKB stage. He trains with top-tier teams like 10th Planet Colorado Springs and Muay Thai of Colorado, under the guidance of coaches Sam Peralta, Jin Kim, and Justin Moss, who also serve in his corner.

Outside of fighting, Mike is a devoted husband to his wife Kayla and enjoys powerlifting, shooting, and video games. Motivated by the warrior ethos of legends like Mike Tyson, he sees fighting as a pursuit of blood and glory—something he wants to continue while his body allows it. His goal isn’t to chase titles, but to leave everything in the ring before retirement. Mike “Bolo” Santos brings raw intensity, a granite chin, and overwhelming pressure, ready to turn every fight into a war.

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