Last fight
Win
Long vs You
Aug. 23, 2025
Stats & Records
3
Wins by Knockout
5
Wins by Submission
5
First Round Finishes
Significant Strikes include all strikes at distance, plus power strikes in the clinch and on the ground.
Striking accuracy
- Sig. Strikes Landed
- 171
- Sig. Strikes Attempted
- 365
A takedown is awarded when a fighter deliberately grapples an opponent to the ground and establishes an advantageous position for an appreciable amount of time.
Takedown Accuracy
- Takedowns Landed
- 2
- Takedowns Attempted
- 40
- Sig. Str. Defense is the percentage of significant strikes attempted against a fighter that do not land.
- Takedown defense is the percentage of takedowns attempted against a fighter that do not land.
- Knockdown Avg. is the average number of knockdowns per 15 Minutes window.
Sig. Str. by target
athlete record
Info
Status
Active
Place of Birth
South Korea
Trains at
Black Combat
Fighting style
MMA
Age
30
Height
66.00
Weight
135.50
Octagon Debut
Nov. 23, 2024
Reach
65.00
Leg reach
36.00
- Pro since 2014
- Three wins by KO, five by submission (Arm triangle, armbar, 3 RNC)
- Five first round finishes
- Unbeaten in his last six (5-0, 1 NC)
UFC Fight Night (8/23/25) You won a three round unanimous decision over Xiao Long
UFC Fight Night (3/15/25) You won a three round unanimous decision over AJ Cunningham
UFC Fight Night (11/23/24) You won a three round unanimous decision over Jieleyisi Baergeng to win the Road to UFC bantamweight tournament
Road To UFC, Season 3
8/23/24 – SF – You won a three round split decision over Daermisi Zhawupasi
5/19/24 – QF - You won a three round unanimous decision over Shohei Nose
When and why did you start training for fighting? I thought I was more athletic than others. I wanted to make use of my talent and be recognized. I wanted to be a fighter with excellent skills that are recognized by the world, only by my talent and my efforts.
What ranks and titles have you held? I was champion at four different fight promotions – Naiza, Deep, Zeus and Black Combat. Road to UFC bantamweight tournament winner
What fight do you consider to be the key fight in your career? I believe this fight is the most important one. For me, the fight right in front of me is always the most important. I need to win this one to continue growing and reaching the next level.
Who is your favorite fighter and why? My favorite fighter is Merab Dvalishvili. I really admire his passion, his never-give-up fighting style, and the way he treats everyone with kindness. His energy and work ethic are very inspiring to me.
Do you have any heroes? Conor McGregor
What would it mean for you to fight in the UFC? It is the greatest achievement that I can achieve. It's the biggest motivation for me, my team and family.
Is there a cause that you want to use your platform for? At the moment, I don’t have a specific social cause. My main focus is representing my country and inspiring people through my performances.
Beyond a championship or money, what motivates you? I have a baby who is almost one year old. I want to be a father my child can be proud of — someone who shows that taking on challenges is something honorable and meaningful.
What was your job before you started fighting? I was jobless.
Specific accomplishments in amateur competition? I was undefeated as an amateur and never went to a decision
Ranks in any martial arts styles: Black belt in Jiu Jitsu
Favorite grappling technique: Armbar and back choke
Favorite Striking technique: Jab
Tell us about your life outside of fighting: Outside of fighting, I simply enjoy traveling with my family, eating good food, and spending quality time together.
