Jake 'The Gorilla' Pilla is a Massachusetts-based combat-sports veteran preparing to bring a well-rounded MMA background into BKFC. His professional MMA record is listed as 7-3, with all seven victories ending inside the distance—by knockout or submission—showing a fighter who is accustomed to creating decisive finishes rather than relying on the scorecards.

Although Pilla owns a strong grappling résumé, he has shown that he can be dangerous with his hands. His February 2025 win over John Medina came by first-round TKO from punches in only 31 seconds, while his June 2026 victory over Rob Fuller was recorded as a first-round knockout. In a BKFC setting, that finishing instinct and willingness to exchange should be central to his approach.

Fighting out of Billerica, Massachusetts, and training with New England Top Team, the Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt, coach, and part of Gorilla Crew Fitness, truly has a life that revolves around fighting.