Jordan Johnson (born November 18, 1988) is an American professional mixed martial artist currently competing in the light heavyweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship. A professional since 2014, he also competed for the Resurrection Fighting Alliance.
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Background
Johnson was born in Richmond, Virginia, on November 18, 1988. He first started wrestling in 6th grade at Washington Jr High School in Naperville, Illinois. From there, he went on to wrestle for Naperville North High School where he became the Illinois High School State Wrestling Champion. He moved to Iowa his senior year, placing 3rd in the Iowa state tournament. Upon graduation from high school, Johnson signed on to wrestle Division I at the prestigious University of Iowa. He was a two time University Nationals All-American (freestyle) in the off-season.
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Mixed martial arts career
Early career
Johnson made his amateur MMA debut in 2013, compiling an impressive 3-0 record as a Heavyweight. He then turned professional in 2014, amassing an undefeated professional record of 6-0, while becoming the final RFA champion in the process. In January 2017, Johnson was signed by the UFC.
Ultimate Fighting Championship
Johnson made his promotional debut against Henrique da Silva on January 28, 2017, at UFC on Fox 23. He won the fight via unanimous decision.
Johnson faced Marcel Fortuna on July 7, 2017 at The Ultimate Fighter 25 Finale. He won the fight by unanimous decision.
Mixed martial arts record
References
Source of article : Wikipedia
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