UFC

Jai “Black Country Banger”Herbert

UFC14-6-1

Division
Lightweight
Stance
Orthodox
Height
6' 1"
Weight
155 lbs.
Reach
77"
Nationality
Wolverhampton, United Kingdom
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Fighter metrics

Wins by KO
8
Wins by submission
1

Striking accuracy

43%

153 landed · 358 attempted

Takedown accuracy

25%

Recent fight form

Latest 5 verified results in our archive · 2023-03-18 to 2026-04-18

Wins

2 / 5

Losses

2 / 5

Draws

1 / 5

Historical results, not a prediction. See opponents and methods in fight history below.

Fight history

Jai Herbert Bio

Jai Kyle Herbert is an English mixed martial artist from Wolverhampton who competes in the UFC lightweight division. The UFC lists him as active, trains him at Renegade Jiu-Jitsu, and identifies his nickname as “The Black Country Banger.” He made his UFC debut in 2020 after establishing himself on the British regional scene.

Herbert won the Cage Warriors lightweight championship in June 2019 and defended the title once before joining the UFC. His UFC career has included victories over Kyle Nelson, Rolando Bedoya and Mandel Nallo, with the Nallo bout ending by strikes on April 18, 2026. He is known primarily for an aggressive, knockout-oriented striking style, while also holding a Brazilian jiu-jitsu background through Renegade Jiu-Jitsu.

Herbert was born on May 13, 1988, in Wolverhampton, England. He is listed at 6 feet 1 inch tall with a 77-inch reach. Before becoming a full-time professional fighter, he worked as a scaffolder, later focusing exclusively on his MMA career.

Record
14-6-1
Division
Lightweight
Stance
Orthodox
Height
6' 1"
Weight
155 lbs.
Reach
77"
Leg reach
41.00
Nationality
Wolverhampton, United Kingdom

Jai Herbert Questions & Answers

What division does Jai Herbert compete in?

Jai Herbert competes in the UFC lightweight division.

Is Jai Herbert currently listed as an active UFC fighter?

Yes. The UFC currently lists Jai Herbert as active.

Where does Jai Herbert train?

Jai Herbert trains at Renegade Jiu-Jitsu.

When did Jai Herbert make his UFC debut?

Jai Herbert made his UFC debut in 2020.

What title did Jai Herbert hold before joining the UFC?

Jai Herbert was the former Cage Warriors lightweight champion and defended the title once.

When was Jai Herbert born?

Jai Herbert was born on May 13, 1988, in Wolverhampton, England.

What is Jai Herbert’s fighting style?

Jai Herbert is best known for an aggressive striking approach, particularly his knockout power, supported by training in Brazilian jiu-jitsu.