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Jamie Bates (born 14 September 1989)[2] is an English Glory kickboxer fighting out of Annfield Plain, County Durham, England. He was ranked #5 in the world from 2020 to 2023 by Combat Press,[3] and was ranked #2 in Glory in 2020.[4] He is currently ranked #8 in the world.[5]

Key Information

Kickboxing career

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Early career

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Jamie Bates grew up on the mats in his father's gym in region of Durham. Starting with karate at age 4, with his father as instructor, Bates eventually progressed to kickboxing.[6] He won a professional world title when he was 22.[7]

Superkombat Fighting Championship

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Selected from the Superkombat World Tryouts from Middlesbrough, England, Bates had signed a multi-fight deal with the SUPERKOMBAT in 2014. On 24 May 2014, he was a participant in the Superkombat World Grand Prix series. Bates faced Flavius Boiciuc of Romania in the opening semifinals at Superkombat World Grand Prix II 2014 held in Mamaia, Romania and won via unanimous decision. Coming as outsider, he later faced Miles Simson in the finals, pulling off upset with another unanimous decision over the Surinamese.[8]

In October, he lost a title eliminator to Yoann Kongolo at Superkombat World Grand Prix 2014 Final Elimination in Geneva, Switzerland. After dominating the fight, Bates eventually lost via a third round KO.[9] After losing to Kongolo, Bates would go on a run, defeating notable fighters Pavel Turuk and Kev Ward, but losing to Ciprian Șchiopu and Alim Nabiev.[10][11]

Glory

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Bates[12] signed with a two-fight contract with Glory in 2017. He made his promotional debut at Glory 40: Copenhagen against Richard Abraham. Bates won the fight by unanimous decision.[13] Bates was next scheduled to fight Eyevan Danenberg at Glory 49: Rotterdam.[14] Danenberg won the fight by unanimous decision.[15]

Bates bounced back from this loss with decision wins over Tommy King at Glory 54[16] and Vedat Hödük at Glory 70.[17] On 29 February 2020, he made his fifth appearance inside the Glory ring when he took on the #2 ranked welterweight and former champion, Harut Grigorian, at Glory 75: Utrecht.[18] Jamies Bates defeated Grigorian via unanimous decision.[19] In 2023 he lost to Jay Overmeer.

Achievements

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  • 2014 Superkombat World Grand Prix II Light Heavyweight Tournament Championship
  • 2011 WKF Full Contact Light Cruiserweight Champion

Kickboxing record(incomplete)

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Kickboxing record
27 Wins (3 (T)KOs), 7 losses, 1 Draw, 1 No Contest
Date Result Opponent Event Location Method Round Time
2024-06-29 Draw Italy Mustapha Haida Oktagon Tsunami Edition Rome, Italy Decision 3 3:00
2023-03-11 Loss Netherlands Jay Overmeer Glory 84 Rotterdam, Netherlands TKO (Three knockdowns) 2 2:42
2022-12-10 Win Sweden Joakim Hagg Victory 10 Newcastle upon Tyne, England Decision (Unanimous) 3 3:00
2022-02-12 NC Romania Anghel Cardoş Fight Fest Champions 16 Newcastle, England No Contest 3 2:00
For the FFC Welterweight International Title.
2020-02-29 Win Armenia Harut Grigorian Glory 75: Utrecht Utrecht, Netherlands Decision (unanimous) 3 3:00
2019-10-26 Win Turkey Vedat Hödük Glory 70: Lyon Lyon, France Decision (unanimous) 3 3:00
2018-06-02 Win England Tommy King Glory 54: Birmingham Birmingham, England Decision (unanimous) 3 3:00
2017-12-09 Loss Netherlands Eyevan Danenberg Glory 49: Rotterdam Rotterdam, Netherlands Decision (unanimous) 3 3:00
2017-04-29 Win United States Richard Abraham Glory 40: Copenhagen Copenhagen, Denmark Decision (unanimous) 3 3:00
2017-03-11 Win England Kev Ward Road to Glory UK Grantham, England Decision (unanimous) 3 2:00
2016-07-02 Loss Romania Ciprian Șchiopu Respect World Series 2 London, England TKO (retirement) 2 3:00
2016-02-27 Loss Azerbaijan Alim Nabiev ACB KB 5 Orel, Russia Decision (unanimous) 3 3:00
2015-10-16 Win Belarus Pavel Turuk ACB KB 3: Grand Prix Final Sibiu, Romania Decision (unanimous) 3 3:00
2015-05-29 Loss Belarus Pavel Turuk Tatneft Cup Kazan, Russia Ext.R Decision (unanimous) 4 3:00
2014-10-25 Loss Switzerland Yoann Kongolo Superkombat World Grand Prix 2014 Final Elimination Geneva, Switzerland KO (spinning back fist + flying knee) 3 2:23
SUPERKOMBAT Light Heavyweight Championship Eliminator
2014-05-24 Win Netherlands Miles Simson Superkombat World Grand Prix II 2014, Final Constanța, Romania Decision (unanimous) 3 3:00
Wins the Superkombat World Grand Prix II 2014 Tournament Championship.
2014-05-24 Win Romania Flavius Boiciuc Superkombat World Grand Prix II 2014, Semi Finals Constanța, Romania Decision (unanimous) 3 3:00
2014-04-13 Win United Kingdom Karl Langley DUEL Fight Sports United Kingdom KO 5
2013-11-02 Win United Kingdom Christian Di Paolo The Main Event 2013 Manchester, England TKO (injury) 3
2011-11-19 Win United Kingdom Marlon Hunt Duel Fight Sports Newcastle, England Decision (unanimous) 12 2:00
Wins the WKF Full Contact Light Cruiserweight Championship.
2010-10-16 Loss United Kingdom Andrew Tate History IN The Making 4 - Undisputed! Newark-on-Trent, United Kingdom KO (Head kick) 8
2009-06-13 Win Greece Eletherios Chachmidis Final Elimination, Tournament Final Stanley, United Kingdom Decision (Split) 5 2:00
Wins the Final Elimination 8-man Tournament.
2009-06-13 Win France Allan Blondeau Final Elimination, Tournament Semi Final Stanley, United Kingdom Decision 5 2:00
2009-06-13 Win Latvia Reinis Porosozs Final Elimination, Tournament Quarter Final Stanley, United Kingdom Decision 5 2:00
2009-03-21 Win United Kingdom Michael Elmsly United Kingdom Decision
Legend:   Win   Loss   Draw/No contest   Notes

Boxing record

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1 fight 1 win 0 losses
By decision 1 0
Key to abbreviations used for results
DQ Disqualification RTD Corner retirement
KO Knockout SD Split decision / split draw
MD Majority decision / majority draw TD Technical decision / technical draw
NC No contest TKO Technical knockout
PTS Points decision UD Unanimous decision / unanimous draw
Boxing record
No. Result Record Opponent Type Round(s), time Date Location Notes
1 Win 1-0 United Kingdom Yailton Neves Points (4) 3:00 2019-07-06 England Light Heavyweight Bout

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from Grokipedia
Jamie Bates is an English professional kickboxer competing primarily in the division. Born on 14 September 1989 in Durham, , Bates grew up training in his father's gym, beginning with at age four before transitioning to . He turned professional and built a career fighting across in promotions such as Superkombat, , and ACB, amassing a record of 27 wins, 8 losses, and 1 draw, including 3 knockouts. His most recent fight was a draw against Mustapha Haida in June 2024. Bates gained international recognition in 2014 by winning the Superkombat World Grand Prix welterweight tournament, defeating Miles Simson in the final to claim the world title. In 2017, he earned a contract with GLORY Kickboxing after winning the Road to GLORY UK tournament, where he went 4-2 in the promotion, highlighted by a notable upset unanimous decision victory over former GLORY welterweight champion Harut Grigorian at GLORY 75 in 2020. This win elevated him to the world No. 5 ranking in the division by Combat Press in March 2020, a position he held through early 2021, and he remained in the top 10 as of October 2025, currently ranked No. 9. Known for his durability and full-contact K-1 style, Bates stands at 6 feet 1 inch (1.85 m) and weighs around 76.4 kg, often headlining events and facing top contenders like Richard Abraham. In 2019, he briefly ventured into , securing a 1-0 record with a win in his debut. Outside the ring, Bates works as a falconer and represents the MASAC in .

Early life and background

Family and upbringing

Jamie Bates was born on September 14, 1989, in Annfield Plain, County Durham, England. His family played a pivotal role in immersing him in the world of martial arts from an early age, as his father, Goff Bates, owned and operated the MASAC Gym in Annfield Plain, a facility dedicated to combat sports training. Growing up in this environment, Bates was constantly surrounded by professional and amateur fighters, which normalized the rigors of training and competition in his daily life. These early exposures, combined with watching martial arts bouts on television, profoundly shaped Bates' aspirations toward a career in combat sports. The gym's atmosphere fostered a deep-seated passion for fighting, as Bates later reflected that being around such influences made pursuing feel like an inevitable path. At the age of four, he began formal training in under his father's instruction at the MASAC Gym.

Introduction to martial arts

Jamie Bates began his training at the age of four in his father's gym in , , where his father served as his initial instructor in . Bates progressed through various disciplines, including jiu-jitsu, before transitioning to at age eight, when he entered his first fight. He continued training in multiple and sports throughout his youth, fully committing to after completing school in his late teens. Bates amassed over 100 unofficial fights during his early years.

Kickboxing career

Amateur and early professional development

Bates began his training with at the age of four under the guidance of his father, who served as his instructor, before transitioning to at age eight. His initial foray into competitive fighting occurred shortly after starting , motivated by his father's role as coach at the family gym in . Bates enjoyed a promising career, highlighted by an amateur world title win in 2008 that propelled him toward professional competition. Turning professional in 2009, Bates competed in regional promotions, establishing himself through bouts that emphasized his technical striking approach, influenced by his foundations and focused on precise combinations of punches, kicks, and knees under full-contact rules. He primarily fought in the and divisions during this period, adapting his style to the demands of K-1 rulesets prevalent in British events. Early professional fights included matchups against notable domestic talents, such as his debut against at History in the Making 2 on October 17, 2009, in Newark, . A rematch with Tate followed at History in the Making 4 on October 16, 2010, also in Newark. Bates' breakthrough came in 2011 when he captured the vacant WKF Full Contact Cruiserweight World Championship with a victory over nine-time world champion Marlon Hunt in the main event at a Duel Kickboxing promotion in on November 19. This win marked his first major title and provided initial international exposure, as the belt carried global recognition within the community. By 2013, Bates had honed his professional foundation through these regional contests, setting the stage for higher-profile opportunities.

Superkombat Fighting Championship

Jamie Bates made his debut in the Superkombat Fighting Championship at the World Grand Prix II event on May 24, 2014, in , , competing in the (81 kg) tournament after being selected from regional tryouts. In the semifinals, Bates faced Romanian fighter Flavius Boiciuc and secured a victory after three rounds of intense exchanges, advancing to the final. He then defeated Surinamese kickboxer Miles Simson in the final by , earning the Superkombat Tournament and marking his first major international title at age 24. This tournament triumph significantly elevated Bates' profile in the kickboxing world, serving as a pivotal breakthrough that led to opportunities in larger promotions such as Glory Kickboxing.

Glory Kickboxing tenure

Jamie Bates earned his entry into Glory Kickboxing through his prior success in the Superkombat Fighting Championship, where he captured a world title, leading to a two-fight contract after winning the Road to Glory UK welterweight tournament final against Kev Ward on March 11, 2017. He made his promotional debut at Glory 40 Superfight Series on April 29, 2017, in Copenhagen, Denmark, defeating Richard Abraham by unanimous decision over three rounds. Bates controlled the distance with his reach advantage, landing precise counters and avoiding Abraham's pressure to secure the victory and establish himself in the welterweight division. Following his debut, Bates faced a setback in his second Glory bout at Glory 49: Rotterdam on December 9, 2017, losing to Eyevan Danenberg by unanimous decision in a lopsided affair scored 30-24 across all three judges. Danenberg's aggressive volume striking overwhelmed Bates early, though the Englishman showed resilience by surviving to the final bell. Bates rebounded strongly at Glory 54: Birmingham on June 2, 2018, earning a unanimous decision win over Tommy King in a welterweight tournament semifinal. His technical boxing and leg kicks neutralized King's power, marking a pivotal comeback that boosted his confidence in the promotion. Bates continued his ascent with a victory over Vedat Hoduk at Glory 70: Lyon on October 26, 2019, where a third-round knockdown proved decisive in the judges' eyes. This performance highlighted his improving endurance, as fights often extended into later rounds. He then achieved a career highlight in Glory at Glory 75: on February 29, 2020, pulling off an upset over former champion . Bates outworked the Armenian striker with superior footwork and counterpunching, landing cleaner shots over three rounds to hand Grigorian a rare defeat. This win elevated Bates to #2 in Glory's rankings and underscored his adaptability against elite competition. Bates was inactive in kickboxing from 2020 until 2023. Throughout his Glory tenure, Bates primarily competed at welterweight (77 kg). His fights averaged 7:57 in duration, reflecting a pattern of decisions rather than early stoppages, with a knockdown ratio of 1 landed to 3 absorbed. Bates closed his run with a loss to Jay Overmeer by second-round TKO at Glory 84 on March 11, 2023, after which he shifted focus elsewhere, ending with a 4-2 record in the promotion. He started strong, landing counters to take an early lead in the first round as Overmeer struggled with his footing. However, in the second round, Overmeer unleashed a series of body shots that dropped Bates to the canvas for the first knockdown; Bates rose resiliently but was soon dropped again and a third time, prompting a TKO stoppage at 2:42 by the referee due to three knockdowns. This tenure solidified Bates as a durable contender known for tactical range management and resilience against top-tier opponents.

Post-Glory fights and other promotions

Following his final Glory bout at Glory 84 in March 2023, Bates ventured into other promotions, competing at OKTAGON TSUNAMI Edition on June 29, 2024, in , , against Italian kickboxer Mustapha Haida in a three-round fight under Fight Code Rules at 77 kg. The bout was a closely contested affair, with both fighters exchanging strikes throughout, ultimately ending in a after the full 9:00 duration. As of November 2025, Bates' professional record stood at 27 wins, 7 losses, 1 draw, and 1 no contest, with no major bouts reported since June 2024.

Boxing career

Professional debut and transition

In 2019, following a successful career that included winning a world title and competing in the Kickboxing promotion for five years, Jamie Bates announced his transition to professional , motivated by a desire to face new challenges and secure more frequent bouts after experiencing infrequent fights in —often only once a year. Bates expressed ambitions to reach the top levels of , stating, "I’m not coming to make up the numbers, I’m aiming for the very top," while highlighting his preparation to fight more regularly in the new discipline. To adapt from kickboxing, Bates retained his foundational striking skills from years in but focused on adjustments for rules, such as emphasizing hand techniques and footwork without leg kicks, during a year-long training regimen at Gittus’ gym in , near Newcastle. He signed with promoter Alfie Warren, nephew of promoter Frank Warren, to support his entry into the scene, leveraging his experience—where he had defeated opponents who later succeeded in —as a base for quick adaptation. Bates made his debut on July 6, 2019, at the Lancastrian Suite in Dunston, , competing as a in a four-round bout against Yailton Neves from . He won by with a score of 39-38, demonstrating confidence and aggression in his first outing under rules.

Key bouts and record overview

Bates turned professional in boxing on July 6, 2019, securing a unanimous decision victory over Yailton Neves in a four-round light heavyweight bout at the Lancastrian Suite in Dunston, England. The win, scored 39-38, marked a confident start for the former kickboxer, who displayed superior aggression throughout the fight under referee Ron Kearney. As of November 2025, Bates maintains a professional boxing record of 1-0-0, with no further bouts recorded since his debut. His limited activity in the ring has been attributed to commitments in kickboxing, where he continued competing at a high level, including a fight in GLORY Kickboxing in March 2023. Bates has not pursued major titles or high-profile matchups in boxing, focusing instead on establishing a foothold in the sport without expanding his professional ledger.

Achievements and rankings

Major titles won

Jamie Bates captured his first significant championship in 2011 by winning the World Kickboxing Federation (WKF) Full Contact Light Cruiserweight World Championship at the age of 22. The title bout took place on November 19, 2011, at in , , where Bates outpointed the experienced Marlon Hunt—a nine-time world champion—via over 12 two-minute rounds. This amateur-level triumph, sanctioned under WKF full contact rules, established Bates as a promising talent from the kickboxing scene and provided a foundation for his transition to professional competition. Bates achieved his most prominent professional title in with victory in the Superkombat World Grand Prix II Light Tournament Championship. The event unfolded over two nights in Târgu Mureș, , culminating on June 7, , when Bates defeated Surinamese fighter Miles Simson by in the final after navigating semifinal and earlier rounds. This tournament win, part of the Superkombat Fighting Championship's prestigious Grand Prix series, showcased Bates' endurance and striking prowess in a high-stakes, eight-man bracket format limited to light competitors. These accomplishments, combined with his world titles, elevated Bates to top-tier global rankings in and divisions during his peak years.

Global and promotional rankings

Jamie Bates achieved his peak global ranking of #5 in the welterweight division according to Combat Press from March 2020 through early 2023, maintaining this position through consistent performances in major promotions. His upset victory over former champion Harut Grigorian in 2020 elevated his standing within GLORY Kickboxing. His rankings were influenced by key wins against ranked opponents, such as the 2020 decision over then-#1 contender Grigorian, which propelled his ascent, though subsequent losses—including a 2023 defeat to Jay Overmeer at Glory 84 and a 2024 draw with Mustapha Haida at Oktagon Tsunami—contributed to a decline. By June 2024, Bates had dropped to #8 worldwide per Combat Press, reflecting these setbacks amid limited activity. As of September 2025, Bates remains ranked No. 9 in the welterweight division by Combat Press. Major titles from earlier in his career, such as those in Superkombat, also supported his ranking stability during peak years.

Professional records

Kickboxing record

Jamie Bates' professional record is reported as 27 wins (3 by KO/TKO), 7 losses (4 by KO/TKO), 1 draw, and 1 no contest across 36 fights since his debut in 2008. His technical style is reflected in the predominance of decision victories over knockouts. The following table details selected notable fights from his professional kickboxing record (early career bouts pre-2009 omitted for brevity):
DateOpponentResultMethodRound/TimeEvent/Promotion
2024-06-29Mustapha HaidaDrawDecision (Unanimous)3 / 3:00 Tsunami Edition, ,
2023-03-11LossTKO (Three knockdowns)2 / 2:42Glory 84, ,
2022-12-10Joakim HaggWinDecision (Unanimous)3 / 3:00Victory 10, ,
2022-02-12Anghel CardoşNCNo Contest3 / 2:00Fight Fest Champions 16, Newcastle,
2020-02-29WinDecision (Unanimous)3 / 3:00Glory 75: Utrecht, ,
2019-10-26Vedat HödükWinDecision (Unanimous)3 / 3:00Glory 70: , ,
2018-06-02Tommy KingWinDecision (Unanimous)3 / 3:00Glory 54: Birmingham, Birmingham,
2017-12-09Eyevan DanenbergLossDecision (Unanimous)3 / 3:00Glory 49: , ,
2017-04-29Richard AbrahamWinDecision (Unanimous)3 / 3:00Glory 40: , ,
2017-03-11Kev WardWinDecision (Unanimous)3 / 2:00Road to Glory , ,
2016-07-02Ciprian ȘchiopuLossTKO (Retirement)2 / 3:00Respect World Series 2, ,
2016-02-27Alim NabievLossDecision (Unanimous)3 / 3:00ACB KB 5, Orel,
2015-10-16Pavel TurukWinDecision (Unanimous)3 / 3:00ACB KB 3: Grand Prix Final, ,
2015-05-29Pavel TurukLossExt. R. Decision (Unanimous)4 / 3:00Tatneft Cup, Kazan,
2014-10-25Yoann KongoloLossKO (Spinning back fist + flying knee)3 / 2:23Superkombat World Grand Prix 2014 Final Elimination, Geneva, Switzerland
2014-05-24Miles SimsonWinDecision (Unanimous)3 / 3:00Superkombat World Grand Prix II 2014 Final, Constanța,
2014-05-24Flavius BoiciucWinDecision (Unanimous)3 / 3:00Superkombat World Grand Prix II 2014 Semi-Finals, Constanța,
2014-04-13Karl LangleyWinKO5DUEL Fight Sports,
2013-11-02Christian Di PaoloWinTKO (Injury)3The Main Event 2013, Manchester,
2011-11-19Marlon HuntWinDecision (Unanimous)12 / 2:00Duel Fight Sports, Newcastle,
2010-10-16Andrew TateLossKO (Head kick)8History in the Making 4, Newark-on-Trent,
2009-06-13Eletherios ChachmidisWinDecision (Split)5 / 2:00Final Elimination Tournament Final, Stanley,
2009-06-13Allan BlondeauWinDecision5 / 2:00Final Elimination Tournament Semi-Final, Stanley,
2009-06-13Reinis PorosozsWinDecision5 / 2:00Final Elimination Tournament Quarter-Final, Stanley,
2009-03-21Michael ElmslyWinDecision--,

Boxing record

Jamie Bates maintains a professional boxing record of 1 win (0 by knockout) and 0 losses as of November 2025. His only professional bout to date is detailed below.
DateOpponentResultMethodRoundEvent
July 6, 2019Yailton NevesWinDecision (Points)4Saunders vs. Saunders, Lancastrian Suite, Dunston,
No additional boxing fights have been reported since his 2019 debut, with Bates appearing to prioritize his commitments thereafter.

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