jordan williams

BIOGRAPHY

Jordan Williams is a professional Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) fighter. He currently fights in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). Born and raised in Oregon, Jordan had an interest in combat sports from a young age, which led him to compete as an amateur MMA fighter while he was still in high school. After graduating, Jordan decided to pursue his passion for MMA full time and began training at various gyms throughout Oregon.

In 2018, Jordan made his UFC debut against fellow Oregonian Eric Shelton at UFC Fight Night: Cowboy vs Edwards. Despite being new to the promotion, he put on a strong performance and earned himself a unanimous decision victory. Following this impressive win, Jordan continued to build upon his record inside the octagon by going 4-1 over the next two years before making it onto Dana White’s Contender Series in 2020 where he earned himself another win via submission against former Bellator lightweight champion Marcin Held. As of 2021, Williams holds a professional record of 8 wins with 2 losses inside the octagon.

Outside of competing for UFC’s Lightweight division (155 lbs), Jordan also trains with renowned Gracie Barra Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt Fabiano Scherner along with other elite level fighters such as Ryan Hall and Alan Jouban who are both part of Team Alpha Male based out of Sacramento California. Whenever not competing or training at one of these world class gyms/teams/promotions; Jorden has been known to host seminars around Oregon teaching “his style” which consists mainly Muay Thai & Boxing techniques along with some wrestling thrown into them depending on each person’s skill level & what they personally want to learn that day!

When asked about himself during interviews or Q&A sessions following fights; Jorden has often described himself as being very laid back individual who loves anything related outdoor activities such as camping & biking…as well trying out all types delicious food whenever presented with opportunity! Though when comes down business no matter what situation may be; Williams always brings same intensity into fight whether if its trash talking prior event or displaying technical prowess after bell rings!!