All you need to know about UFC athlete Jiri Prochazka, including age, height, weight, record, net worth, next fight, and more.
Jiri Prochazka made his UFC debut in July 2020, at UFC 251 on "Fight Island" in Abu Dhabi. He defeated former title challenger Volkan Oezdemir by knockout in the second round, earning a "Performance of the Night."
Name | Jiri Prochazka |
Age | 33 |
Birthday | October 14, 1992 |
Country | Czechia |
Height | 6'3" |
Weight | 206 lbs |
Reach | 80" |
Weight Class(es) | Light Heavyweight & Heavyweight/Openweight |
Prochazka holds a record of 32-6-1 and is ranked #2 in the Light Heavyweight Division.
Since Prochazka's 2020 debut, he has had 28 wins by knockout, 3 wins by submission, and 23 first round finishes. He is known for his intense striking power and high-risk approach.
In 2022, Jiri Prochazka won the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship, at UFC 275. He defeated Glover Teixeira by submission to capture the title in his third ever UFC fight.
Prochazka vacated the title later that year due to a serious shoulder injury.
Jiri Prochazka is 6'3" and 206 pounds. He has a 80-inch reach, which is considered an advantage inside the Octagon.
Early in his career, Prochazka competed in the heavyweight division. However, he has spent the majority of his career in the Light Heavyweight division.
Jiri's estimated net worth is approximately $1 million. His income mostly comes from UFC fight purses, performance bonuses, and sponsorship.
One of his highest payday's was UFC 300 vs. Jamahal Hill, it's estimated he earned around $800,000 from that fight alone.
Jiri Prochazka most recently faced Carlos Ulberg at UFC 327 in the main event for the light heavyweight title bout.
What seemed like a promising start for Prochazka came to an abrupt end when Ulberg's left-handed knockout strike finished the fight in the first round.
UFC 327 was on Saturday, April 11, 2026 at the Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida.
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