AKA

Mike
"The Truth"
Jackson

Stats

Stance: Orthodox
Division: Welterweight
Height: 6' 2"
Reach: 74"
Leg reach: 42.00
Weight: 170 lbs.
Nationality: Houston, United States
Age: 33

ATHLETE METRICS

STRIKING ACCURACY

Significant Strikes Attempted: 114
Significant Strikes Landed: 67

TAKEDOWN ACCURACY

Takedowns Attempted: 1
Takedowns Landed: 1

BIOGRAPHY

Mike Jackson is an American professional mixed martial artist and former journalist, currently signed to the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). He is best known for his fight with CM Punk on June 9, 2018.

Jackson was born in Dallas, Texas on February 24th 1986. He grew up playing football and eventually became a member of the University of Central Florida’s squad. After graduating from UCF in 2008, he worked as an apprentice at a local radio station before transitioning into a full-time job as a radio host for 95X Sports Radio in Orlando. His passion for combat sports ultimately led him to become interested in MMA and he decided to pursue it professionally from 2013 onwards.

At first, Jackson trained under coaches such as John Hackleman, Rafael Cordeiro and Robert Follis before travelling across the United States searching for more experience which included training at Team Alpha Male alongside Urijah Faber’s crew and their partners Combat Club MMA & Kickboxing Gym of Las Vegas Nevada (CCMMA) where he continued his education under Legendary coach Jeff Curran and Head Coach Tedd Williams.

In 2015 Mike made his pro debut when he faced off against fellow UFC vet Dan Stittgen at Xcessive Force Fighting Championship 15 event held at Fort McKay Alberta Canada where Mike scored himself a knockout victory over Stittgen within The First Round Of Action earning him XFC Lightweight Title Belt In The Process – this win propelled Jackson into larger organizations including Dana White’s Tuesday Night Contender Series resulting in winning 2 fights back-to-back via Unanimous Decision & Technical Submission respectively – cementing himself amongst top contenders vying for that highly coveted UFC contract opportunity!

Ultimately Mike landed himself that dream deal with UFC by signing on August 16th 2017 during Season 3 Episode 8 of DWTNCS Versus Former Pro Wrestler/Focus Fighter CM Punk – which ended up being one of biggest events not just within Fight Game but Sports Industry itself because due to popularity/fanfare surrounding both competitors prior experience outside octagon plus fact it carried highest peak viewership numbers show has ever seen thus far making it “must watch TV” moment! After having gone all three rounds exchanging blows evenly throughout course action judges awarded unanimous decision victory given Vince McMahon’s WWE Superstar Alumnus had zero amateur bouts or legitimate MMA experience no surprise there especially since it pitted two individuals who couldn’t be any more different terms background going head against each other much like David Vs Goliath scenario yet Mike still found ways outshine them all by staying composed enough nullify anything Throwdown could dish out while utilizing knowledge assets acquired throughout years grinding diligently gym culminating into marquee performance career milestone that would forever define him history books ..

Outside squared circle though Jackson does lot work advocate Mixed Martial Arts community serving ambassador roles multiple brands include Reebok Innergy Drink ATP Science HempFusion etc., along being spokesperson Athletes Brand which specializes supplying high quality products athletes all sizes body types ranging exercise apparel nutrition supplements even special orthopedic knee braces designed provide relief pains associated rigorous lifestyle most professionals endure while maintaining active schedule participate various speaking engagements promote sport wherever goes continues strive push limits what possible achieve become role model many aspiring generation fighters follow footsteps

Fight History

Pete Rodriguez
Mike Jackson: Defeated
by KO/TKO in Round 1 @ 1:33
Sat. Oct 15, 2022
UFC Fight Night: Grasso vs. Araujo
Dean Barry
Mike Jackson: Winner
by DQ in Round 1 @ 3:52
Sat. Apr 23, 2022
UFC Fight Night: Lemos vs. Andrade

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

Who Is Mike Jackson In MMA?
Mike Jackson is an American mixed martial artist who last competed in the Welterweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC).

Who Is Mike Jackson The Wrestler?
Mike Jackson is an American professional wrestler, best known by his ring name, who currently works for Impact Wrestling and participates in the independent circuit in Georgia and Alabama.

What Is Mike Jackson's Record?
As of my last update, Mike Jackson holds a professional MMA record of 1 win and 1 loss.

Who Is Mike Jackson From HGTV?
Mike Jackson from HGTV is a builder known for his skills in woodworking and art, who also works as an award-winning celebrity DJ, and stars alongside his wife, Egypt Sherrod, in the network's series Married to Real Estate.

Who Is Mike Jackson In Percussion?
Mike Jackson is a renowned percussion writer, teacher, and show designer with over two decades of experience, and a Winter Guard International (WGI) Hall Of Fame inductee and board member, known for leading his ensembles to multiple world championships.

Who Is Mike Jackson From The Seahawks?
Mike Jackson is an American football cornerback for the Seattle Seahawks of the National Football League, previously drafted by the Dallas Cowboys and played college football at Miami.

Who Is Mike Jackson The Producer?
Mike Jackson is a prominent American producer and executive known for his work on films such as "Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey" (2020) and "1000% Me: Growing Up Mixed" (2023).

Who Is Mike Jackson In Relation To Earthshot?
Unknown

Who Is Mike Jackson Sr?
Mike Jackson Sr. is presumably a relative of NFL player Michael "Mike" Jackson, but specific information about him is unknown.