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LUIS 'BABOON' PALOMINO

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9

Wins

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1

losses

0
0

draws

last fight

VS

PALOMINO vs TROUT

February 2, 2024 8:00 PM

February 2, 2024 8:00 PM

upcoming fight

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March 27, 2025 7:00 PM
PALOMINO vs DAVIS

PALOMINO vs DAVIS

March 27, 2025 7:00 PM

SEMINOLE HARD ROCK ARENA HOLLYWOOD

LUIS 'BABOON' PALOMINO
  • Wins-loses-Draws

    9

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    1

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    0

  • Division

    Lightweight

  • Reach

    67in / 170cm

  • height

    1.7272

    1.7272

  • nickname

    BABOON

  • age

    10/1980

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  • Nationality

    Peru

  • social media

Luis 'Baboon' Palomino made BKFC history when he became the organization's first ever double champ, holding belts in both the lightweight and welterweight divisions. The Peruvian striker began his combat sports career as an MMA fighter earning 15 wins by knockout and held a 26-17 professional record from 2006-2019.

Since deciding to take off the gloves at BKFC 10, Palomino has looked superhuman as he sits at the top of the men's pound for pound rankings while holding a 9-0 record. He hasn't taken easy fights on his way up by any means either. We have seen dominant wins over Elvin Brito twice along with Dat Nguyen, James Lilley, Tom Shoaff and a slew of other BKFC headliners. It's safe to say that we are witnessing something truly special in the world of bare-knuckle fighting any time 'Baboon' steps into the Squared Circle.

Growing up rough on the streets of Peru, he gives all his credit to hard work. Ironically what has likely separated Palomino from the rest of the lightweight pack, is his ability to work so smartly. In nearly all of his fights, Palomino throws less than his opponent, while often times landing at a higher percentage and doing the far more damage. Often times, he is putting on a striking clinic with excellent head movement, confusing footwork and lightning speed hands.

Palomino has not only set himself apart in bare-knuckle fighting, but he's also earned some high praise in the past with his fights against UFC legend and future hall of famer Justin Gaethje, along with some impressive showings in promotions like Bellator, World Series of Fighting and Absolute Championship.

On top of having impeccable striking and toughness, Luis Palomino is also a BJJ black belt awarded by Daniel Valverde. 

In Palomino's personal life, you will see him spending free time with family and friends while touring the world alongside his wife and showing off his massive belt collection he's acquired throughout the years. He's also an avid dog lover as seen on his Instagram and despite being a killer in any ring he steps into, he's got a soft spot in his heart for his loved ones.

Look forward to some beautiful violence anytime 'Baboon' sets foot in the Squared Circle!

fighter record

result
Event
method
round
time

PALOMINO vs DAVIS

March 27, 2025

March 27, 2025 7:00 PM

SEMINOLE HARD ROCK ARENA HOLLYWOOD

FL

method/referee

TBC
TBC

round

TBC

time

TBC

PALOMINO vs TROUT

February 2, 2024

February 2, 2024 8:00 PM

Hollywood, FL

method/referee

TBC
TBC

round

TBC

time

TBC

PALOMINO vs LILLEY

June 23, 2023

June 23, 2023 8:00 PM

Hollywood, FL

method/referee

TBC
TBC

round

TBC

time

TBC

Palomino vs Shoaff

December 3, 2022

December 3, 2022 7:00 PM

Hollywood, Florida

method/referee

TBC
TBC

round

TBC

time

TBC

Brito vs Palomino 2

June 24, 2022

June 24, 2022 7:30 PM

Hollywood, FL

method/referee

TBC
TBC

round

TBC

time

TBC

Palomino vs Brown

February 19, 2022

February 19, 2022 6:30 PM

Hollywood, FL

method/referee

TBC
TBC

round

TBC

time

TBC

Palomino vs Nguyen

November 12, 2021

November 12, 2021 8:00 PM

Miami, FL

method/referee

TBC
TBC

round

TBC

time

TBC

Palomino vs Goodjohn

June 26, 2021

June 26, 2021 9:00 PM

Hollywood, FL

method/referee

TBC
TBC

round

TBC

time

TBC

Palomino vs Alers

November 13, 2020

November 13, 2020 8:00 PM

Miami, FL

method/referee

TBC
TBC

round

TBC

time

TBC

Vallie-Flagg vs Palomino

July 24, 2020

July 24, 2020 9:00 PM

Oxford, MS

method/referee

TBC
TBC

round

TBC

time

TBC

Palmino vs Brito

February 15, 2020

February 15, 2020 7:00 PM

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

method/referee

TBC
TBC

round

TBC

time

TBC

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