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Karl Thompson

"THE WASP"
5-1United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Pro bare-knuckle 5-1BKFC record 4-1-0
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LAST FIGHT
WINvs Andy ThorntonUD · R5 02:00
BKFCBKFC 94 Manchester: Till vs Romero·September 26, 2026

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CAREER SUMMARY

Karl Thompson holds a professional bare-knuckle boxing record of 5-1. Thompson also has 6 recorded Bare-Knuckle Boxing bouts. Most recent fight: September 26, 2026. Tracked organizations: BKFC.

Profile

Height
6'0"183 cm
Weight
204 lbs93 kg
Reach
73"185 cm
DOB
Nov 27, 1988
Age
37
Nationality
United Kingdom
Birthplace
Sedgefield, United Kingdom

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Career history

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

BaseBoxing
  • 2025BKFC Cruiserweight United Kingdom Title · Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship
  • Champion · British National Championships
  • Boxing ~80 bouts · Record
  • AGE 9Started in Boxing

Camp

  • South Durham Boxing Club · Boxing · Fishburn, County Durham, England Instructor

Career stats

Pro bare-knuckleRecord: 5-1 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed14.38per min
63% accuracy
Strikes absorbed10.28per min
45% avoided
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Where they rank

All-time boards where Karl Thompson sits in the top 25.

Official BKFC Ranking

Karl Thompson's standing in the official BKFC rankings.

Current
Unranked
Peak
#3 Cruiserweight
First ranked
Sep 27, 2026
Times ranked
1

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Frequently asked questions

When does Karl Thompson fight next?

Karl Thompson has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Karl Thompson's record?

Karl Thompson's professional bare-knuckle boxing record is 5-1.

Who is Karl Thompson fighting next?

Karl Thompson's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Karl Thompson fight last?

Karl Thompson most recently fought Andy Thornton at BKFC 94 Manchester: Till vs Romero on Saturday, September 26, 2026, WIN (Unanimous Decision).

What weight class does Karl Thompson fight in?

Karl Thompson fights at Cruiserweight.

How tall is Karl Thompson?

Karl Thompson is 6'0" (183 cm) tall.

How much does Karl Thompson weigh?

Karl Thompson weighs 204 lbs (93 kg).

What is Karl Thompson's reach?

Karl Thompson has a reach of 73" (185 cm).

How old is Karl Thompson?

Karl Thompson is 37 years old (born Nov 27, 1988).

Where is Karl Thompson from?

Karl Thompson is from the United Kingdom.

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