Mikkel Parlo (born May 3, 1990) is a Danish retired

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who last competed in the Middleweight division of

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Mixed martial arts career

Early career

Parlo began competing as an amateur in 2008, compiling a record of 3-0. He then started his professional career in 2010. He fought only for Danish promotions as ''Fighter Gala'' and ''Royal Arena''. In 2012, with a record of 8-0, Parlo signed with Bellator.

Bellator MMA

Parlo was expected face Ali Mokdad on October 12, 2012, at Bellator 76. However, Parlo was replaced by Simon Marini due to undisclosed reasons. Parlo made his promotional debut against Jared Combs on October 26, 2012, at Bellator 78. He won via knockout in the first round. Parlo faced Sultan Aliev on February 14, 2013, at Bellator 89 in the quarterfinals of Bellator season eight middleweight tournament. Aliev defeated Parlo via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28). Parlo faced Brian Rogers on September 7, 2013, at Bellator 98 in the quarterfinals of Bellator season nine middleweight tournament. He won via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-26, 30-26). Parlo faced Jason Butcher in the semifinal on October 4, 2013, at Bellator 102. He won the fight via unanimous decision (30-27, 29-28, 29-28). Parlo faced Brennan Ward in the finals on November 8, 2013, at Bellator 107. Despite controlling the first round, Parlo lost the fight via a TKO in the second round. He then faced Johnny Cisneros at Bellator 115 on April 4, 2014. Parlo won via unanimous decision.

Championships and accomplishments

** Bellator Season 9 Middleweight Tournament Runner-Up *Royal Arena **Royal Arena Middleweight Championship (One time)

Mixed martial arts record

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Mixed martial arts amateur record

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References

{{DEFAULTSORT:Parlo, Mikkel 1990 births Living people Danish male mixed martial artists Danish people of Finnish descent Middleweight mixed martial artists Sportspeople from Copenhagen