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United States Bo Nickal is a professional mixed martial artist and former collegiate wrestler who transitioned from a decorated wrestling career to the UFC, known for his dominant grappling and striking abilities.
Bo's partnership with Montana Knife Company began after meeting founder Josh Smith through connections in the MMA space.
ScrapLife, the company behind the popular Under Armour Wrestling line of apparel, proudly announces that it has signed three-time national champions Bo Nickal and Jason Nolf. ScrapLife is the official apparel and footwear company of 2018 World.
Metro Exhibits is pleased to announce and welcome Bo Nickal as Vice President of Business Development. Bo will be responsible for business development.
The three-time NCAA champion at Penn State partnered with one of the nation's premier MMA teams to build American Top Team-Happy Valley, located in Pleasant Gap.
Bo Nickal is returning to the wrestling mats, and has signed with Real American Freestyle wrestling organization.
Bo Dean Nickal, born on January 14, 1996, in the USA, established a formidable reputation in collegiate wrestling before making his mark in mixed martial arts. During his time at Penn State, Nickal achieved significant success, becoming a three-time NCAA National Champion and a three-time Big Ten Champion. He also earned the prestigious Hodge Trophy in 2019, an award considered equivalent to the Heisman Trophy in wrestling, recognizing him as the nation’s most outstanding collegiate wrestler. His collegiate record includes being a four-time NCAA Finalist and a four-time All-American, showcasing consistent high-level performance throughout his wrestling career. His foundation in wrestling provided a strong base for his transition into professional fighting.
Following his collegiate wrestling achievements, Bo Nickal set his sights on a career in mixed martial arts, joining American Top Team. He quickly gained attention in the UFC, demonstrating a powerful combination of wrestling prowess and developing striking skills. His professional MMA record includes notable victories, such as a submission win against Jamie Pickett at UFC 285 in March 2023, and a quick knockout victory over Val Woodburn at UFC 290 in July 2023. Nickal continued his ascent with another submission win against Cody Brundage at UFC 300 in April 2024. He also secured a unanimous decision victory against Paul Craig at UFC 309 in November 2024, further solidifying his position in the middleweight division. Nickal’s career has seen a rapid progression from amateur wrestling dominance to a professional MMA contender.
His career progression has also involved returning to competitive wrestling intermittently, signing with Real American Freestyle in 2025. This move highlights his continued commitment to the sport that initially brought him recognition. Beyond his athletic pursuits, Bo Nickal has engaged in business ventures, including a role as Vice President of Business Development at Metro Exhibits and a partnership with American Top Team to open American Top Team-Happy Valley, an MMA gym. These activities demonstrate his ambition and influence extending beyond the octagon and wrestling mat, showcasing a multifaceted approach to his career.
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