Regina Tarin is a Mexican mixed martial artist who competes in the UFC women’s flyweight division. Known by the nickname “Kill Bill,” Tarin quickly built attention in Latin American MMA because of her aggressive striking, undefeated record and fast finishes.
Before joining the UFC, Tarin competed in promotions such as Budo Sento Championship and Combate Global, where she became the inaugural BSC women’s bantamweight champion. At just 21 years old, she is already viewed as one of Mexico’s rising female MMA prospects.
Regina “Kill Bill” Tarin Fighter Snapshot
| Stats | Info |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Regina Tarin Malpica |
| Nickname | Kill Bill |
| Born | October 19, 2004 |
| Birthplace | Mexico |
| MMA Record | 8-0-0 |
| Nationality | Mexican |
| Heritage | Mexican |
| Height | 5’7” (170 cm) |
| Reach | 66” (168 cm) |
| Division | Flyweight |
| Stance | Southpaw |
| Team | Bonebreakers MMA |
| Base Style | Striking / Mixed Martial Arts |
What Is Regina Tarin Known For?
Fans know Regina Tarin for her pressure-heavy striking style and undefeated start in professional MMA. Despite her young age, she already collected multiple knockout victories across regional promotions in Mexico and Latin America.
Additionally, Tarin built momentum through Combate Global and Budo Sento Championship, where she regularly finished opponents with punches and combinations. Her nickname “Kill Bill” also helped her stand out among younger prospects entering the UFC scene.
Her Instagram bio reflects her identity as a proud Mexican athlete while also highlighting her UFC status and UFC Performance Institute background.
Regina Tarin’s MMA Career
Tarin made her professional MMA debut in late 2023 at Budo Sento Championship 19. She immediately earned attention by defeating Citlalli Alcantar via rear-naked choke in the first round.
Soon after, Tarin added wins over Andrea Garcia, Fernanda Marrufo and Gisela Luna. She then captured the inaugural BSC women’s bantamweight championship by stopping Luisa Fernanda Cifuentes via fourth-round TKO in September 2024.
In 2025, Tarin continued her rise with knockout victories over Kaytlin Neil and Yurivia Jimenez before eventually making her UFC debut in February 2026. She stayed undefeated by defeating Ernesta Kareckaite through unanimous decision at UFC Fight Night.
Regina Tarin’s Fighting Style
Tarin fights from a southpaw stance and relies heavily on pressure, volume striking and aggressive combinations. Most of her finishes come from punches and forward movement that overwhelm opponents early.
However, Tarin also showed submission ability throughout her career. Several of her early victories came by rear-naked choke, proving she can finish fights on the ground as well.
Because of her height and physicality for the division, Tarin often controls range effectively while still pushing a fast pace.
Why Regina Tarin Stands Out
Regina Tarin stands out because she developed quickly at a young age while competing against experienced regional opponents.
At only 21 years old, she already owns championship experience, UFC experience and an undefeated professional record. Furthermore, her combination of finishing ability, confidence and striking aggression makes her one of the more talked-about young Mexican women in MMA.
Many prospects enter the UFC with hype. However, Tarin entered with real momentum, multiple stoppage victories and growing attention across Latin American combat sports.
