| Name | Chidi Njokuani |
| Nickname | Chidi Bang Bang |
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| Date of birth | Dec 31, 1988 (37 years old) |
| Weight class | Welterweight |
| Organization | UFC |
| Personal links | Instagram X |
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Chidi Njokuani – General Profile
Chidi Njokuani is an American professional mixed martial artist competing in the UFC’s middleweight division. Born on December 31, 1988, in Dallas, Texas, Njokuani is known for his extensive striking background, physical stature, and finishing ability. Standing 6′3″ with a long reach, he brings a veteran presence and a high-level kickboxing pedigree into the Octagon.
MMA Career
Njokuani began his professional MMA career in 2007 and spent many years competing across regional and international promotions, building experience against a wide range of opponents. Prior to joining the UFC, he fought in organizations such as Bellator and Legacy FC, where he captured the Legacy FC Middleweight Championship. Njokuani made his UFC debut in 2022 and quickly made an impact with back-to-back first-round knockout victories, establishing himself as a dangerous finisher. Since joining the UFC, he has competed against seasoned middleweights and continued to showcase his experience and durability at the highest level.
Fighting Style
Njokuani’s fighting style is heavily rooted in elite-level striking, drawing from a background in kickboxing and Muay Thai. He utilizes sharp kicks, knees, and long-range combinations to control distance and punish opponents. While primarily known as a striker, he has developed competent takedown defense and clinch awareness, allowing him to keep fights standing where he is most effective. His ability to generate knockouts with a variety of strikes makes him a constant finishing threat.
Recent Developments
In recent UFC competition, Njokuani has continued to alternate between wins and losses against tough opposition in the middleweight division. His performances have highlighted both his striking danger and the challenges of competing in a deep and physical weight class. Despite setbacks, he remains a respected veteran presence and a difficult matchup for many fighters due to his experience and striking acumen.
Personal Life
Outside the Octagon, Njokuani comes from a family deeply rooted in combat sports, with his brother Anthony Njokuani also being a professional fighter. Known for his calm demeanor and professional approach, Chidi has spent years refining his craft across multiple disciplines and promotions. His career reflects longevity, adaptability, and persistence in reaching and competing at the UFC level.
| Fighter | Event | Method | Extra |
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| Jake Matthews |
UFC on ESPN: Lewis vs. Teixeira |
SUB Rear Naked Choke · R1 · 1:09 |
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| Elizeu Zaleski dos Santos |
UFC Fight Night: Vettori vs. Dolidze 2 |
KO/TKO Knee · R2 · 2:19 |
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| Jared Gooden |
UFC Fight Night: Royval vs. Taira |
U-DEC | |
| Rhys McKee |
UFC on ESPN: Blanchfield vs. Fiorot |
S-DEC | |
| Michal Oleksiejczuk |
UFC Fight Night: Holloway vs. The Korean Zombie |
KO/TKO Punches · R1 · 4:16 |
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| Albert Duraev |
UFC on ESPN: Vera vs. Sandhagen |
S-DEC | |
| Gregory Rodrigues |
UFC Fight Night: Sandhagen vs. Song |
KO/TKO Punches · R2 · 1:27 |
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| Dusko Todorovic |
UFC Fight Night: Holm vs. Vieira |
KO/TKO Elbow · R1 · 4:48 |
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| Marc-Andre Barriault |
UFC Fight Night: Hermansson vs. Strickland |
KO/TKO Punches · R1 · 0:16 |
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Last update : 2026-01-16 12:38:27
| Fighter | Record |
|---|---|
| Heath Herring The Texas Crazy Horse | 28-16 |
| Drakkar Klose | 16-3 |
| Vitor Belfort The Phenom | 26-14 |
| Gegard Mousasi The Dreamcatcher | 49-9 |
| Michael Johnson The Menace | 24-19 |
| Fighter | Record |
|---|---|
| Edson Barboza | 24-14 |
| Will Shutt | 23-30 |
| Yuta Nezu | 23-12 |
| Andre Ewell Mr. Highlight | 18-10 |
| Ilia Topuria El Matador | 17-0 |
| Fighter | Record |
|---|---|
| Donte Johnson Lockjaw | 7-0 |
| Steve Erceg Astro Boy | 13-4 |
| Sergey Spivak The Polar Bear | 17-6 |
| Urijah Faber The California Kid | 35-11 |
| Abusupiyan Magomedov Abus | 28-7 |
| Francis Ngannou The Predator | 18-3 |
| Geoff Neal Handz of Steel | 16-7 |
| Aljamain Sterling Funk Master | 25-5 |
| Ludovit Klein Mr. Highlight | 24-5 |
| Alex Pereira Poatan | 13-3 |
| Fighter | Record |
|---|---|
| Brian Ebersole Bad Boy | 51-18 |
| Matt Hughes | 45-9 |
| Donald Cerrone Cowboy | 36-17 |
| Jorge Masvidal Gamebred | 35-17 |
| Tim Means The Dirty Bird | 33-17 |
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