Kamaru Usman

Nigerian-American mixed martial artist (born 1987)

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Kamarudeen Usman is a Nigerian-American professional mixed martial artist, former freestyle wrestler, and graduated folkstyle wrestler. He currently competes in the Welterweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), where he is a former UFC Welterweight Champion. Usman is also The Ultimate Fighter 21 tournament winner. As of May 13, 2025, he is #5 in the UFC welterweight rankings.

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'Don't let them bully you!' Edwards & Usman clash at media event Watch as Leon Edwards and Kamaru Usman clash at the media conference before their fight at UFC 286 in London on Saturday. BBC Sport - Published on March 17, 2023
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