Justin Tafa was born on December 13, 1993, in West Auckland, New Zealand. Justin “Bad Man” Tafa was born in the Millennials Generation and is currently 30 years old. He is a UFC fighter who competes in the heavyweight division. He made his Octagon debut 1,882 days ago, on October 5, 2019. Tafa trains at NTG Fight & Fitness.
When is Justin Tafa’s next fight, what’s his height, reach, record, and who is he fighting next? Let’s find out below ⤵
Name |
Justin Tafa |
Nickname |
“Bad Man” |
Date of Birth |
December 13, 1993 |
Age |
30 |
Birthplace |
West Auckland, New Zealand |
Birth Sign |
Sagittarius |
Height |
6' 0" (1.83 m) |
Weight |
265 lbs (120 kg) |
Reach |
74″ |
Leg Reach |
40″ |
Stance |
Southpaw |
Style |
Striker |
As of November 2024, Justin Tafa’s pro record is 7-3-0, with 7 of those wins coming by knockout, 0 by submission, and the rest by a decision. Tafa has fought in over 11 professional MMA bouts, and his last fight was 1 year and 2 months ago against Austen Lane at UFC 293: Adesanya vs. Strickland. The fight was on Saturday, September 9, 2023. Justin Tafa by KO (Punches) in round 1 at 1:22.
Fun fact: On the day Justin was born, "Again" by Janet Jackson was the #1 song in the country (Billboard). You can find out more cool Justin Tafa birthday facts.
Justin Tafa’s next fight: PENDING
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Career & History
Justin Tafa, a fighter from West Auckland, New Zealand, made quite an impact at UFC 293 on September 9, 2023. He quickly defeated Austen Lane with strikes, finishing the fight in just 1:22 of the opening round.
Their previous encounter at UFC on ABC on June 24, 2023, ended abruptly. An accidental eye poke to Tafa at 29 seconds into the first round caused the match to be declared a no contest.
Earlier in the year, at UFC 284 on February 11, 2023, Tafa showcased his knockout power. He finished Parker Porter in just 1:06 of the first round with his striking capabilities.
Tafa also had a notable performance in late 2021, where he knocked out Harry Hunsucker at UFC Fight Night on December 18. The bout concluded swiftly, with Tafa securing the victory at 1:53 of the first round.
Justin Tafa height and weight
Justin Tafa’s height is 6' 0" (1.83 m). He fights in the heavyweight division. Fighters who fight in the heavyweight 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.
Justin Tafa net worth
Justin Tafa’s net worth estimates may vary because it’s hard to predict his spending habits. Many top-level 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 Justin Tafa’s net worth; check out CelebsMoney. Net worth is calculated by adding anything of value and subtracting all of the liabilities.
Did you know: The average UFC fighter made $148,000 in 2020, up from average earnings of $146,000 in 2019, $138,000 in 2018, and $132,000 in 2017.
How old is Justin Tafa?
Justin Tafa’s age is 30 years old. He was born on Monday, December 13, 1993. Justin is turning 31 years old in .
Where is Justin Tafa from?
Justin Tafa was born in West Auckland, New Zealand.
What is Justin Tafa’s reach?
Justin Tafa’s reach is 74″ and leg reach is 40″.
Where does Justin Tafa rain?
Justin Tafa trains at NTG Fight & Fitness.
Who is Justin Tafa dating now?
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Justin Tafa facts
1. Justin Tafa’s birth sign is Sagittarius.
2. He was born in the Year of the Rooster.
3. Justin’s next birthday is in
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4. His wealth comes from being an MMA Fighter.
5. Justin Tafa was born in Millennials Generation (1993).
6. Tafa’s life path number is 11.
7. His ruling planet is Jupiter.
8. Justin Tafa’s birth flower is Narcissus.
9. His birthstone is Tanzanite, Turquoise, Zircon and Topaz.
10. Tafa has been alive for 11,309 days or 271,419 hours.
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