Stats

Stance: Orthodox
Division: Light Heavyweight
Height: 6' 3"
Reach: 79"
Weight: 235 lbs.

BIOGRAPHY

Karl Williams is one of the most accomplished MMA fighters in history. He is a former UFC Lightweight Champion, and he has been fighting professionally since 2009. During his lengthy career, Karl has fought for multiple promotions, including Strikeforce and WEC.

Karl’s fighting style is a mix of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Muay Thai–two martial arts that have become staples of modern MMA competition. His combination of techniques make him an incredibly dangerous opponent in any situation. Even when he isn’t able to finish fights with strikes or submissions, his ability to dominate opponents on the ground makes him a necessary threat in any matchup.

Karl was born and raised in Washington D.C., where he began training martial arts at age 12 under renowned instructor Roberto Araujo dos Santos (RDS). Under RDS’ tutelage Karl would go on to win numerous local tournaments as well as two national championships by the time he joined the mixed martial arts world in 2006.

After transitioning into professional mixed martial arts competition, Karl competed mostly under small regional organizations before joining Bellator Fighting Championships (now known as Bellator MMA) for its lightweight division tournament series finale event in 2009; this event marked Karl’s official entry into the big leagues of professional combat sports competition around the world and not only did it grant him exposure but also won him an impressive victory over Carlos Prater via first round submission due to arm injuries inflicted during standup exchange which earned him both Fight Of The Night honors from Bellator officials as well as praise from then-Bellator Chairman Bjorn Rebney himself .

In 2011 after experiencing losses against top contenders such as Pat Curran at Bellators Season 4 featherweight tournament finals , Karl switched promotions again while still competing within or above 155 lbs weight class by joining World Extreme Cagefighting(WEC). During his tenure there ,he accrued several victories including notable wins against Shane Roller & Bart Palaszewski both via split decision ; however despite having successfully defended WECs belt twice prior to being acquired by Ultimate Fighting Championship organization alongside other notable fighters after WEC was dissolved into UFCs roster ; unfortunately due to contract negotiations falling through between organization & athlete they could never put together meaningful fight cards featuring fighter meaning after whole ordeal ended up leaving UFC altogether yet again effectively ending his tenure with promotion .

Nowadays , albeit having endured several setbacks outside&inside cage alike throughout course of career ,Kal continues making headlines all around world collecting accolades such Team USA Olympic Judo Nominations throughout course multisport bouts appearances internationally -all while maintaining active presence inside octagon ultimately making sure people always remember why its important for their peers be recognized call attention even if it means putting everything line order seek success . As many know what sets someone apart from average individual often times reflect amount courage willingness take risks so one can reap rewards later down road no matter how long journey may seem be …this idea certainly lives through every single move Kal has made thus far rise stardom pathway glory !

Fight History

Justin Tafa
Karl Williams: Winner
by Unanimous Decision in Round 3
Sat. Mar 23, 2024
UFC Fight Night: Ribas vs. Namajunas
Chase Sherman
Karl Williams: Winner
by Unanimous Decision in Round 3
Sat. May 13, 2023
UFC Fight Night: Rozenstruik vs. Almeida
Chase Sherman
Awaiting Outcome
Sat. Apr 08, 2023
UFC 287: Pereira vs. Adesanya 2
287
Lukasz Brzeski
Karl Williams: Winner
by Unanimous Decision in Round 3
Sat. Mar 11, 2023
UFC Fight Night: Yan vs. Dvalishvili

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

Who Is Karl Williams In UFC?
Karl Williams is a heavyweight MMA fighter in the UFC.

Who Is Karl Williams In The NFL?
Karl Williams is an American former professional football wide receiver and return specialist who played in the NFL for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Arizona Cardinals.

Who Is Karl Williamson?
As a UFC journalist, I'd have to say 'unknown' because Karl Williamson is not associated with the UFC or combat sports.

Who Is Karl Williams In MMA?
Karl Williams is a heavyweight mixed martial arts (MMA) fighter.

What Is Karl Williams' Tapology?
Karl Williams' Tapology is a professional MMA record of 9 wins and 1 loss, with a current winning streak of 6 fights.

Who Is Karl Williams From Dallas?
Karl Williams, from Dallas, is a retired professional American football player who played college football at Texas A&M–Kingsville, was signed by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as an undrafted free agent post the 1996 NFL Draft, and holds the all-time Buccaneers record for punt return yardage and touchdowns.

Who Is Karl Williams In Football?
Karl Williams is a former professional American football player who served as a wide receiver and return specialist for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Arizona Cardinals in the NFL.

Who Is Karl Williams From Orangeburg, SC?
Karl Williams from Orangeburg, SC, is a teacher for the Orangeburg County School District and a recent graduate from Claflin University with a master's degree in education.

Who Is Karl Williams From Sagicor?
Karl Williams is the Senior Vice President of Group Human Resources & Corporate Services at Sagicor Group Jamaica Ltd and Vice President of Human Resources at Sagicor Life Jamaica Ltd, as well as the Chairman for the Insurance Association of Jamaica.