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Middleweight Division

Not Fighting

"El Tanke"

Chris Ewert

Middleweight Division

7-0-0 (W-L-D)

5

Wins by Knockout

5

First Round Finishes

Chris Ewert

Info

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

Status
Not Fighting
Place of Birth
Santiago, Chile
Trains at
Ultimate Kombat Gym
Fighting style
Striker
Age
31
Height
73.00
Weight
217.00
Octagon Debut
Jun. 28, 2025
Reach
78.00
  • Pro since 2022
     
  • Five wins by KO
     
  • Five first-round finishes

UFC 317 (6/28/25) Ewert makes his UFC debut against Jackson McVey

When and why did you start training for fighting? I was overweight.

What professional titles have you held? OFL CHILE Middleweight Champion, Adrenaline Series Middleweight Champion

Any accomplishments in amateur combat sports? 5-0 Muay Thai 1-0 Boxing

Any belts/ ranks in grappling disciplines? Blue belt in BJJ

What has been your toughest fight to date and why? Life

Who is your favorite fighter and why? Caín Velázquez - his aggressive style

What was your job before you started fighting? Carpenter and Construction

Origin of nickname: Because I'm all about the drive

Personal Life / Background: Wife Nydia Moreno and my son Ismael Ewert

What are your hobbies, activities or other interests when not training for a fight? My thoughts have always been about supporting my family.