Fighter details| Name | Ryan Bader (Men) |
| Nickname | Darth |
| Current streak (last 5) |
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| Date of birth | Jun 7, 1983 (42 years old) |
| Weight class | Heavyweight |
| Organization | PFL |
| Personal links | Instagram X |
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Fighter bioRyan Bader – General Profile
Ryan Bader is an American mixed martial artist from Reno, Nevada. He competed across the light heavyweight and heavyweight divisions and built a long career in major promotions including the UFC and Bellator.
MMA Career
Bader gained broad recognition by winning The Ultimate Fighter 8, which led to his run in the UFC’s light heavyweight division. He later joined Bellator, where he became light heavyweight champion, won the Bellator Heavyweight World Grand Prix, and held Bellator titles in two weight classes.
Fighting Style
He is known for a wrestling-based style built on takedowns, top control, and positional pressure, supported by disciplined boxing. His approach has often emphasized pace management, physical strength, and control over long stretches of a fight.
Combat Sports Background
Before entering MMA, Bader had a strong amateur wrestling background. He wrestled at Arizona State University, became a three-time Pac-10 champion, and earned NCAA Division I All-American honors.
Career Highlights
His notable achievements include winning The Ultimate Fighter 8 and becoming Bellator’s first simultaneous champion in two weight classes. Those accomplishments established him as one of the more accomplished wrestler-champions of his era.
Fights
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