Matthew Semelsberger

BIOGRAPHY

Matthew Semelsberger is a professional mixed martial artist, who fights out of Pennsylvania. He currently competes in the welterweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). Growing up in an athletically gifted family, he was exposed to various sports like football and wrestling at a young age. At the age of 18 he started practicing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and eventually made his professional MMA debut in 2013.

He competed for various regional promotions including Ring Of Combat, CFFC and Cage Fury Fighting Championships before signing with Bellator MMA in 2016. He fought five times under their banner before being released by them due to contractual issues. After that he signed with Brave CF where he made two successful appearances before transitioning to UFC on June 25th 2019 when he received a four-fight contract with them.

Semelsberger’s UFC debut took place against Carlton Minus at The Ultimate Fighter 28 Finale on November 9th 2018 which ended within seven seconds after connecting an overhand right onto Minus’ chin that put him down unconscious leading to the referee stoppage victory for Semelsberger. His next fight was against fellow Contender Series fighter Ramiz Brahimaj at UFC Fight Night: Thompson vs Neal on December 19th 2020 which ended via unanimous decision victory for Semelsberger after three rounds of exciting back and forth action between both fighters as they exchanged strikes throughout all fifteen minutes inside octagon cage, bravely displaying heart filled battle till its very end giving fans memorable performance from both sides nevertheless having edge over his opponent by landing more accurate strikes during standup exchanges eventually forcing judges scorecards towards himself awarding him well deserved win after hard fought contest between semi veterans from different weight classes proving Semelbergers clear superiority over his foe due to higher experience level showing power & precision through intense striking display validating gritty style showcased since very first fight making sure fans will always remember name when it comes about powerhouse range pugilists making statements each time walking into cage looking for knockout finish or definitive decision outcome demonstrating what exactly mixed martial arts stands for earning respect amongst peers & communities worldwide taking part not only inside but also outside ring creating platform no other can offer setting new standards every day helping grow sport further developing own skillset along way evolving into true embodiment legendary spirit warriors embraced centuries ago while fighting brutally regardless rules created recreating ancient battles nowadays pushing boundaries further inspiring others follow same path gaining confidence makes hometown heroes go beyond dreams reach heights never imagined possible running forward never stopping becoming harmonious machine capable anything set mind persevering even if odds seem stacked against staying focused always kept moving despite many obstacles standing way continue doing same prove everyone wrong proving nothing stops passion passion drives us move mountains inspiring people do extraordinary things chase ambitions make world better place living purposeful meaningful life achieving highest achievements live fullest extend these days everything else pales comparison seeing results training pouring efforts risking injury dedication brings opportunity ill wait complete trust process keep eyes open stay humble respectful remembering ultimate goal need reach destination determine success rewarded reap rewards plan accordingly thats exactly Matthew does each day lives believing takes those willing strength courage aim stars dare achieve greatness never settle remain motivated achieve aspirations fulfilling dreams becoming master craft happy ending story sometimes beginning great journey we find ourselves meet expectations challenge adversary come face realize potential strive improve bring best version self breaking barriers reaching top overcome obstacles thrilling victorious moment final bell rings offering chance take step closer destiny awaits awaits