Kamaru Usman was born on May 11, 1987, in Auchi, Nigeria. Kamaru “Nigerian Nightmare” Usman was born in the Millennials Generation and is currently 37 years old. He is a UFC fighter who competes in the middleweight division. He made his Octagon debut 3,427 days ago, on July 12, 2015. Usman trains at Kill Cliff FC.
When is Kamaru Usman’s next fight, what’s his height, reach, record, and who is he fighting next? Let’s find out below ⤵
Name |
Kamaru Usman |
Nickname |
“Nigerian Nightmare” |
Date of Birth |
May 11, 1987 |
Age |
37 |
Birthplace |
Auchi, Nigeria |
Birth Sign |
Taurus |
Height |
6' 0" (1.83 m) |
Weight |
185 lbs (84 kg) |
Reach |
76″ |
Leg Reach |
41″ |
Stance |
Switch |
Style |
Freestyle |
As of November 2024, Kamaru Usman’s pro record is 20-4-0, with 9 of those wins coming by knockout, 1 by submission, and the rest by a decision. Usman has fought in over 24 professional MMA bouts, and his last fight was 1 year and 1 month ago against Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 294: Makhachev vs. Volkanovski 2. The fight was on Saturday, October 21, 2023. Kamaru Usman by Decision (Majority) in round 3 at 5:00.
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Career & History
Kamaru Usman, a Nigerian-born fighter, has a professional mixed martial arts record showing 24 fights with 20 wins and 4 losses. His journey in the UFC has been marked by a series of victories that led him to the very top of the welterweight division.
Usman’s most recent battle at UFC 294 on October 21, 2023, ended in a defeat when he lost a majority decision to Khamzat Chimaev after three rounds. Earlier that year, on March 18, at UFC 286, he faced Leon Edwards and lost the fight for the UFC welterweight title by a majority decision after five rounds.
In a dramatic turn of events at UFC 278 on August 20, 2022, Usman was knocked out by Edwards in the last minute of the fifth round, resulting in the loss of his welterweight title. Before this loss, Usman had successfully defended his title multiple times, including a unanimous decision win over Colby Covington at UFC 268, and a second-round knockout of Jorge Masvidal at UFC 261.
Looking further back, Usman showcased his dominance by stopping Gilbert Burns with strikes in the third round at UFC 258 and before that, he secured a unanimous decision against the same Jorge Masvidal at UFC 251. His path to the title began with a unanimous decision win over Tyron Woodley at UFC 235, securing his position as the UFC welterweight champion.
Before his championship reign, Usman had a string of decisive victories, including unanimous decisions over Rafael Dos Anjos and Demian Maia, as well as a first-round knockout of Sergio Moraes. His professional journey began with two wins on The Ultimate Fighter 21, setting the stage for his ascent in the welterweight ranks.
Kamaru Usman height and weight
Kamaru Usman’s height is 6' 0" (1.83 m). He fights in the middleweight division. Fighters who fight in the middleweight 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.
Kamaru Usman net worth
Kamaru Usman’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 Kamaru Usman’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 Kamaru Usman?
Kamaru Usman’s age is 37 years old. He was born on Monday, May 11, 1987. Kamaru is turning 38 years old in .
Where is Kamaru Usman from?
Kamaru Usman was born in Auchi, Nigeria.
What is Kamaru Usman’s reach?
Kamaru Usman’s reach is 76″ and leg reach is 41″.
Where does Kamaru Usman rain?
Kamaru Usman trains at Kill Cliff FC.
Who is Kamaru Usman dating now?
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Kamaru Usman facts
1. Kamaru Usman’s birth sign is Taurus.
2. He was born in the Year of the Rabbit.
3. Kamaru’s next birthday is in
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4. His wealth comes from being an MMA Fighter.
5. Kamaru Usman was born in Millennials Generation (1987).
6. Usman’s life path number is 5.
7. His ruling planet is Venus.
8. Kamaru Usman’s birth flower is Lily of the valley.
9. His birthstone is Emerald.
10. Usman has been alive for 13,716 days or 329,206 hours.
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