First Name: Nico

Last Name: Carrillo

Short Name: Nico Carrillo

Name in Home Country: Nico Carrillo

Nickname: "King of the North"

Fighting Style Breakdown: Muay Thai

Current Gym: Deachkalek Muay Thai Academy

Background & Career Overview:

Nico Carrillo, known as the "King of the North," is a Scottish Muay Thai fighter born on October 7, 1998, in Glasgow, Scotland. Standing at 5'10" (179 cm) with a reach of 72 inches (183 cm), he competes in the lightweight division at 145 lbs. Carrillo began his martial arts journey in boxing before transitioning to Muay Thai at the age of 15. Training under J.P. Gallacher at the Glasgow Thai Boxing Academy, he quickly made a name for himself in the sport.

Titles and Achievements:

• International Combat Organisation (ICO):
• 2019 European -65kg Champion
• International Sport Kickboxing Association (ISKA):
• 2021 Muay Thai Intercontinental -65kg Champion
• 2022 Muay Thai World 65kg Champion
• World Boxing Council (WBC) Muay Thai:
• 2021 European Welterweight Champion
• World Muaythai Organization (WMO):
• 2022 World Super Welterweight (154 lbs) Champion
• 2023 World Welterweight (147 lbs) Champion
• 2023 Male Fighter of the Year

Fight Record:

• Wins: 27
• Losses: 4
• Draws: 1

Notable Fights:

• Win against Furkan Karabag via TKO in Round 3 at ONE Friday Fights 13 on April 21, 2023.
• Win against Muangthai P.K. Saenchaimuaythaigym via TKO in Round 2 at ONE Friday Fights 22 on June 23, 2023.
• Win against Nong-O Hama via KO in Round 2 at ONE Friday Fights 46 on December 22, 2023.
• Win against Saemapetch Fairtex via TKO in Round 3 at ONE Fight Night 23 on July 5, 2024.
• Loss to Nabil Anane via TKO in Round 1 at ONE 170 on January 24, 2025.

Nico Carrillo continues to be a formidable presence in the Muay Thai world, showcasing exceptional skill and determination in each bout.