AKA

Sean
"The Smoke"
Sharaf

Stats

Stance: Orthodox
Division: Heavyweight
Height: 6' 3"
Reach: 77"
Weight: 252 lbs.

BIOGRAPHY

The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is a global sports giant, churning out powerhouse fighters from all corners of the globe. This article will inform you on current UFC fighters, their origin countries, recent fighter changes, fight schedules as well as outcomes, and the reigning champions in each division. This comprehensive account of the UFC scene is a reflection of the status quo as of September 28, 2024, and at the time, featured fighters from an astonishing 79 countries.

Over the last month, the UFC has bid adieu to many of its stalwarts. Some fighters have either sought release from their UFC contracts or announced their retirement. If their release was not officially declared, they have been identified based on their exclusion from the UFC rosters.

However, the UFC never stops growing. Established fighters sign up regularly for the chance to make their mark on the iconic UFC platform. Their debuts are eagerly awaited by MMA fans worldwide. There are also those who have stunned the community by making a comeback from their retirement, creating much excitement for upcoming bouts.

Sadly, not all are clean fighters. The UFC, in collaboration with the United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) and the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), has imposed suspensions on fighters due to various reasons, ranging from substance abuse to misconduct during fights at event venues. As of May 16, 2019, an alarming 76 UFC fighters have faced penalties from USADA since the UFC USADA testing program’s commencement.

The UFC’s ranking system is determined by a voting process within a panel of MMA media members. They vote for the top active fighters in the UFC by weight class and in pound-for-pound categories. A fighter can be ranked in multiple divisions simultaneously, provided they have competed in those divisions too. Unsurprisingly, the champions and interim champions retain the top spots of their respective weight classes.

This vast database of UFC fighters and their rankings undergoes constant updates upon information receipt from the official UFC website or the recently updated data from UFC’s official app. Initially retrieved after UFC 307 on October 8, 2024, this list keeps evolving based on fighters’ performances and rankings.

UFC currently recognizes nine different weight classes, and the list of champions in each corresponding class keeps updating in real-time. As of October 5, 2024, a few remarkable fights had recently crowned new champions, including the defeat of Amanda Lemos at UFC 292 on August 19, 2023, and Yan Xiaonan at UFC 300 on April 13, 2024. Similarly, notable fights like Brandon Royval’s defeat at UFC 296 on December 16, 2023, and Steve Erceg’s defeat at UFC 301 on May 4, 2024, have made their mark in the UFC annals.

However, being a champion isn’t always about glory. A fighter found guilty of using Drostanolone metabolite faced a six-month suspension by the CSAD starting from April 11, 2024, and is eligible to return to the Octagon on October 11, 2024.

Regardless of the outcomes, the UFC continually thrives on the constant influx of talent and the craving for competition amongst its fighters. As rankings are updated and champions are proclaimed, the vigor and devotion that these athletes display can only point to an exhilarating future for the UFC.

Fight History

Junior Tafa
Sean Sharaf: Defeated
by KO/TKO in Round 2 @ 2:15
Sat. Oct 12, 2024
UFC Fight Night: Royval vs. Taira

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

Who Is Sean Sharaf In MMA?
Sean Sharaf is a MMA fighter who is ranked #949 in the North America region and is also ranked in 2 sub-regions, US West and California.

What Is Sean Sharaf's Ranking On Tapology?
Sean Sharaf is ranked #949 in the North America region according to Tapology.

Who Is Sean Sharaf In UFC?
Sean Sharaf is a MMA fighter in the UFC, currently ranked #949 in the North America region and is also ranked in 2 sub-regions, US West and California, where he has fought at least twice in his last six bouts.

Did Sean Sharaf Attend Harvard?
Yes, Sean Sharaf attended Harvard Law School.

Did Sean Sharaf Attend Harvard Law School?
Yes, Sean Sharaf attended Harvard Law School.

Who Is The Owner Of Sharaf?
The Sharaf Group is owned by the brothers Ibrahim Sharaf and Sharaffudin Sharaf.

Who Is Sean Sarafin?
Sean Sarafin is not associated with UFC, rather he is a notable figure in the insurance industry, having served as Vice President of IASIU, consulted with NICB and Coalition Against Insurance Fraud boards, and spoken at multiple industry events.

Who Is Sean Sharifali?
Unknown