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YiSak Lee

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8-2-0(V-D-E)

4

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YiSak Lee
  • Última Luta

    YiSak Lee
    Vitória
    Luis Felipe Dias

    Lee vs Felipe Dias

    30.05.26

Histórico do atleta

Informações

Learn more about YiSak Lee's UFC history, fighter facts, and Q&A below.

Status
Ativo
Cidade natal
South Korea
Equipe
Korean Top Team - Seoul, South Korea
Estilo de luta
Judo
Idade
26
Altura
74.00
Peso
185.00
Estreia no UFC
30.05.26
  • Pro since July 2021
     
  • Four wins by KO, three by submission (RNC x2, Von Flue Choke)
     
  • Six first-round finishes, one third-round finish
     
  • Has only been out of the first round three times as a pro, only decision came in August 2023
     
  • Has fought in South Korea, China and Japan 

UFC Fight Night (5/30/26) Lee was stopped by Luis Felipe Dias via strikes at 3:40 of the first round

What does it mean for you to fight for the UFC? It's been a dream of my whole life. I'm so happy to be able to fight in the UFC.

When and why did you start training for fighting? I’ve been practicing judo since I was 11. When I was 17, I watched an MMA fight and thought I was stronger than those fighters, so I started training in MMA.

Who is your favorite fighter and why? It's Sean Strickland. I think he's funny, and I think he's really a good fighter.

Do you have any heroes outside of fighting? Coach Dongjun Ha

What are your current ranks in martial arts? 1st-degree black belt in judo.

Specific accomplishments in pro competition? 8 wins 1 loss

What fight do you consider to be the key fight in your career and why? It was my fight against Mikami Daichi. It was my last fight before joining the UFC, and he’s the best fighter in Japan. I believe that beating him is what earned me the opportunity to join the UFC.

Is there a cause that you want to use your platform for? I don't have any special mission. I just want to make a lot of money so I can help as many people in need as possible. 

Beyond a championship or money, what motivates you? Famly

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? Graduated from the Department of Community Sport at a community college.

What was your job before you started fighting? Judo athlete.

Favorite grappling technique:  RNC

Favorite Striking technique: Uppercut

Tell us about your life outside of fighting: Exploring good restaurants, watching movies and TV shows