JP Buys

JP Buys was born on April 30, 1996, in Brakpan, South Africa. JP “Young Savage” Buys was born in the Millennials Generation and is currently 28 years old. He is a UFC fighter who competes in the bantamweight division. He made his Octagon debut 2,653 days ago, on August 22, 2017. Buys trains at Xtreme Couture.

When is JP Buys’s next fight, what’s his height, reach, record, and who is he fighting next? Let’s find out below ⤵

As of November 2024, JP Buys’s pro record is 9-6-0, with 3 of those wins coming by knockout, 5 by submission, and the rest by a decision. Buys has fought in over 15 professional MMA bouts, and his last fight was 1 year and 3 months ago against at Buys vs. McGhee. The fight was on Saturday, August 12, 2023. JP Buys by KO/TKO in round 1 at 2:19.

Fun fact: On the day JP was born, "Always Be My Baby" by Mariah Carey was the #1 song in the country (Billboard). You can find out more fun JP Buys birthday facts.

JP Buys’s next fight: PENDING

We will answer the most frequently asked questions about JP Buys below.

Career & History

JP Buys, a dedicated mixed martial artist from Brakpan, South Africa, entered the UFC octagon most recently on August 12, 2023. In this fight on ESPN, he faced a tough challenge and was knocked out by Marcus McGhee in the first round at 2:19.

Before that, on June 25, 2022, Buys encountered another setback when Cody Durden defeated him with strikes just over a minute into their bout. His fight on September 18, 2021, at a UFC Fight Night, ended after three rounds when Montel Jackson won by unanimous decision.

Earlier in his UFC journey, on March 20, 2021, Buys battled Bruno Silva but was stopped by strikes in the second round at 2:56. However, he showcased his submission skills during Dana White’s Contender Series Season 4, Episode 10 on November 17, 2020, securing a victory over Jacob Silva with a guillotine choke in the first round.

Buys also competed in the first season of Dana White’s Contender Series. On August 22, 2017, during Episode seven, he faced Joby Sanchez but was stopped by strikes in the second round at 2:28. Despite the ups and downs, Buys continues to train and compete, aiming to add more victories to his mixed martial arts record.

JP Buys height and weight

JP Buys’s height is 5' 5" (1.65 m). He fights in the bantamweight division. Fighters who fight in the bantamweight class can weigh anywhere from pounds, but because of weight cutting, many MMA fighters walk around 10 – 30 lbs heavier than their weight class maximum limit.

JP Buys net worth

JP Buys’s net worth estimates may vary because it’s hard to predict his spending habits. Many famous fighters also receive pay-per-view cuts, money from sponsorships, and other “locker room” or special discretionary bonuses the UFC often pays, which are not reported to the public. We found multiple online sources that list JP Buys’s net worth; check out CelebsMoney. Net worth is calculated by adding anything of value and subtracting all of the liabilities.

Did you know: In 2001, the UFC was purchased by Zuffa for $2 million, In 2016, it was resold for $4.2 billion to Endeavor (then WME–IMG).

How old is JP Buys?

JP Buys’s age is 28 years old. He was born on Tuesday, April 30, 1996. JP is turning 29 years old in .

Where is JP Buys from?

JP Buys was born in Brakpan, South Africa.

What is JP Buys’s reach?

JP Buys’s reach is 67″ and leg reach is 36″.

Where does JP Buys rain?

JP Buys trains at Xtreme Couture.

Who is JP Buys dating now?

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JP Buys facts

1. JP Buys’s birth sign is Taurus.
2. He was born in the Year of the Rat.
3. JP’s next birthday is in .
4. His wealth comes from being an MMA Fighter.
5. JP Buys was born in Millennials Generation (1996).
6. Buys’s life path number is 5.
7. His ruling planet is Venus.
8. JP Buys’s birth flower is Sweet Pea/Daisy.
9. His birthstone is Diamond.
10. Buys has been alive for 10,437 days or 250,507 hours.

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