Zac Pauga

Zac Pauga was born on February 25, 1988, in Denver, United States. Zac “The Ripper” Pauga was born in the Millennials Generation and is currently 36 years old. He is a UFC fighter who competes in the light heavyweight division. He made his Octagon debut 843 days ago, on August 6, 2022. Pauga trains at Elevation Fight Team.

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

As of November 2024, Zac Pauga’s pro record is 7-2-0, with 2 of those wins coming by knockout, 0 by submission, and the rest by a decision. Pauga has fought in over 9 professional MMA bouts, and his last fight was 1 year and 5 months ago against Modestas Bukauskas at UFC on ESPN 47: Vettori vs. Cannonier. The fight was on Saturday, June 17, 2023. Zac Pauga by Decision (Unanimous) in round 3 at 5:00.

Fun fact: On the day Zac was born, "Father Figure" by George Michael was the #1 song in the country (Billboard). You can find out more fun Zac Pauga birthday facts.

Zac Pauga’s next fight: PENDING

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Career & History

Zac Pauga’s most recent bout was on June 17, 2023, at UFC on ESPN, where he faced a tough opponent in Modestas Bukauskas and unfortunately came up short, losing by a unanimous decision after three rounds. Just a few months prior, on February 18, 2023, at UFC Fight Night, Pauga showcased his skills and determination, securing a unanimous decision victory against Jordan Wright over three rounds.

Back on August 6, 2022, during UFC on ESPN, Pauga was in the spotlight for the TUF 30 heavyweight final but was defeated by knockout at the hands of Mohammed Usman in the early seconds of the second round. His path to the final was marked by a dominant performance in The Ultimate Fighter, Season 30, where he first earned a decisive two-round unanimous decision over Nyle Bartling in the quarterfinals.

Continuing his journey on the show, Pauga demonstrated his striking power in the semifinals, stopping Jordan Heiderman with strikes just 30 seconds into the second round. This emphatic victory propelled him into the finals of the competition.

With a professional record standing at 7 wins and 2 losses, including 2 knockouts and 4 decisions, Zac Pauga has proven his mettle in the octagon as a formidable MMA competitor since his debut. As he continues his fighting career, fans and observers alike are keen to follow Pauga’s journey in the sport of mixed martial arts.

Zac Pauga height and weight

Zac Pauga’s height is 6' 2" (1.88 m). He fights in the light heavyweight division. Fighters who fight in the light 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.

Zac Pauga net worth

Zac Pauga’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 Zac Pauga’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 Zac Pauga?

Zac Pauga’s age is 36 years old. He was born on Thursday, February 25, 1988. Zac is turning 37 years old in .

Where is Zac Pauga from?

Zac Pauga was born in Denver, United States.

What is Zac Pauga’s reach?

Zac Pauga’s reach is 76″ and leg reach is 41″.

Where does Zac Pauga rain?

Zac Pauga trains at Elevation Fight Team.

Who is Zac Pauga dating now?

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Zac Pauga facts

1. Zac Pauga’s birth sign is Pisces.
2. He was born in the Year of the Dragon.
3. Zac’s next birthday is in .
4. His wealth comes from being an MMA Fighter.
5. Zac Pauga was born in Millennials Generation (1988).
6. Pauga’s life path number is 8.
7. His ruling planet is Neptune.
8. Zac Pauga’s birth flower is Violet.
9. His birthstone is Amethyst.
10. Pauga has been alive for 13,424 days or 322,184 hours.

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