Kennedy Nzechukwu: UFC Record, Fight History & Bio

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Fighter metrics

Wins by KO: 10
Wins by submission: 1
Wins by decision: 3
Significant strikes / fight: 28.67

Striking accuracy

47%

531 landed · 1,130 attempted

Takedown accuracy

50%

Recent fight form

Latest 5 verified results in our archive · 2024-10-26 to 2026-08-22

Wins

2 / 5

Losses

2 / 5

Draws

1 / 5

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

Fight history

Shamil Gaziev
Aug 22, 2026
Loss
KO/TKO · Round 1 · 1:20
Marcus Buchecha
Dec 13, 2025
Draw
Decision - Unanimous · Round 3 · 5:00
Valter Walker
Jul 12, 2025
Loss
Submission · Round 1 · 0:54
Lukasz Brzeski
Dec 7, 2024
Win
KO/TKO · Round 1 · 4:51
Chris Barnett
Oct 26, 2024
Win
KO/TKO · Round 1 · 4:27
Ovince Saint Preux
Mar 16, 2024
Loss
Decision - Split · Round 3 · 5:00
Dustin Jacoby
Aug 5, 2023
Loss
KO/TKO · Round 1 · 1:22
Devin Clark
May 6, 2023
Win
Submission · Round 2 · 2:28
Ion Cutelaba
Nov 19, 2022
Win
KO/TKO · Round 2 · 1:02
Karl Roberson
Jul 9, 2022
Win
KO/TKO · Round 3 · 2:19
Nicolae Negumereanu
Mar 5, 2022
Loss
Decision - Split · Round 3 · 5:00
Da Woon Jung
Nov 13, 2021
Loss
KO/TKO · Round 1 · 3:04
Danilo Marques
Jun 26, 2021
Win
KO/TKO · Round 3 · 0:20
Carlos Ulberg
Mar 6, 2021
Win
KO/TKO · Round 2 · 3:19
Darko Stosic
Aug 3, 2019
Win
Decision - Unanimous · Round 3 · 5:00
Paul Craig
Mar 30, 2019
Loss
Submission · Round 3 · 4:20

Kennedy Nzechukwu Bio

Kennedy Nzechukwu is a Nigerian-born professional mixed martial artist competing in the UFC heavyweight division. The UFC lists him as active and records his place of birth as the United States, while Sherdog identifies his birthplace as Imo State, Nigeria. He stands 6 feet 5 inches tall, fights from a southpaw stance and uses the nickname “American Savage.”

Nzechukwu made his UFC debut on August 22, 2017, and later entered the UFC roster after competing on The Ultimate Fighter 28. His UFC career has included notable stoppage victories over Carlos Ulberg and Ion Cuțelaba, as well as a submission win over Devin Clark. The UFC also lists his fighting style as wrestling, although his profile reflects a varied approach built around long-range southpaw striking, physical pressure and finishing ability.

Nzechukwu has competed at light heavyweight and heavyweight during his professional career. He moved into heavyweight competition in 2024, and the UFC lists War Room MMA as his current training location. His most recent documented fight was against Shamil Gaziev on August 22, 2026. The bout ended by first-round knockout, so this biography describes his current UFC affiliation and latest appearance without projecting future activity.

Record: 14-7-1
Division: Heavyweight
Fighting style: Wrestler
Stance: Southpaw
Height: 6' 5"
Weight: 205 lbs.
Reach: 83"
Leg reach: 47.00
Gym / team: Fortis MMA (2015–present)
Nationality: Nigerian
Birth date: Jun 13, 1992 (age 34)
Age: 34
Country: Nigeria

Kennedy Nzechukwu Questions & Answers

What division does Kennedy Nzechukwu compete in?

Kennedy Nzechukwu competes in the UFC heavyweight division.

How tall is Kennedy Nzechukwu?

Kennedy Nzechukwu is listed at 77 inches tall, or 6 feet 5 inches.

When did Kennedy Nzechukwu make his UFC debut?

Kennedy Nzechukwu made his UFC debut on August 22, 2017.

Where does Kennedy Nzechukwu train?

The UFC lists War Room MMA as Kennedy Nzechukwu’s training location.

What is Kennedy Nzechukwu’s fighting style?

The UFC lists Kennedy Nzechukwu’s fighting style as wrestling. His UFC coverage also describes him as a heavyweight fighter who combines physical pressure with striking and grappling.

Who did Kennedy Nzechukwu face in his most recent documented fight?

Kennedy Nzechukwu’s UFC profile lists Shamil Gaziev as his opponent on August 22, 2026.