Learn more about Jiri Prochazka's UFC history, fighter facts, and Q&A below.
Fighter Facts
- Pro since 2012
- 24 wins by KO, two by submission (RNC, Triangle)
- 23 first round finishes
- On 11-fight winning streak
- On nine-fight knockout streak
- Last three pre-UFC wins were over CB Dollaway, Fabio Maldonado, King Mo Lawal
- Holds wins over Kazuyuki Fujita, Satoshi Ishii, Darko Stosic
- Also faced Abdul-Kerim Edilov and Bojan Velickovic
UFC History
UFC 251 (7/11/20) Prochazka knocked out Volkan Oezdemir at :49 of the second round
Q&A
When and why did you start training for fighting? I started in January 2009 to direct my aggressive energy in something positive.
What ranks and titles have you held? Amateur Muay Thai Czech National champion,
2x GCF light heavyweight champion, 2x RIZIN FF light heavyweight champion
Do you have any heroes? Scorpion, Liu Kang - Mortal Kombat
What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? It’s the league of the best fighters in the world and a chance to show my power at the highest level.
Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? I study at college now. I am in my 2nd year of studies.
What was your job before you started fighting? Security in disco club
Favorite grappling technique: Guillotine choke
Favorite Striking technique: Jumping knee
