Duane Ludwig

Quick Facts

Full Name	Duane Ludwig
Occupation	MMA Fighter
Date Of Birth	Aug 4, 1978(1978-08-04)
Age	46
Birthplace	Colorado
Country	United States
Birth City	Colorado
Horoscope	Leo

Duane Ludwig Biography

Duane Ludwig is one of the most popular and richest MMA Fighter who was born on August 4, 1978 in Colorado, Colorado, United States. UFC fighter at the lightweight and welterweight level and the K-1 2002 World MAX USA Champion.

He suffered a technical submission defeat to Josh Neer on January 20, 2012.

Duane started practicing Muay Thai when he was 15 years old. He would have a successful amateur career winning twelve of his fourteen bouts and picking up three IKF International Kickboxing Federation Muay Thai national and regional titles. He turned professional in 2000 when he defeated Terrance Jones at a Ring of Fire event, in what was a rematch from their amateur days. At the end of the year Duane won his first pro title by winning the W.K.A. US national title, which he followed with the I.M.T.C. title the next year. He had his first real challenge in 2001 when he faced world champion Alex Gong for his I.S.K.A. belt at a K-1 event in Las Vegas. The title went the distance with the young Ludwig suffering his first professional defeat. There was some controversy about the decision as some thought that despite a shaky start Ludwig had shaded it.

In 2002 Duane dropped down in weight to 70 kg to take part in a qualifying tournament for the first ever K-1 MAX world final. He won the four man tournament, defeating no. 1 ranked I.K.F. fighter Ole Laursen in the final to book his place to Tokyo. At the finals Ludwig was drawn against home favourite Masato, and despite his best efforts was unable to make the semi finals, being outclassed by the local fighter over three rounds to lose by unanimous decision. He would get another shot at K-1 MAX glory the following year in Saitama, Japan and went one better, reaching the semi finals where he lost to 2002 K-1 MAX champion Albert Kraus. In 2004 he won his last Muay Thai title where he finally got his hands on a world title, defeating Thai superstar Malaipet by decision after five rounds to win the I.S.K.A. world title, something Ludwig considers one of his proudest ever moments. The title fight was also notable as the belt had previously been held by Alex Gong – a rematch between him and Ludwig had been on the card since their bout in 2001 but Gong died in 2003. After this victory Duane would become increasingly involved in MMA at the expense of his kickboxing career, although he would have a number of K-1 fights up until 2006, finishing with a 4-7-1 record with the organization.

He has a daughter and a son named Duane Jr.

Duane Ludwig Net Worth

Duane Ludwig is one of the richest MMA Fighter from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Duane Ludwig 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

He began a successful professional kickboxing career before making the jump to mixed martial arts in 2002.

He ended his kickboxing career with a 43-7-1 record.

Duane Paul Ludwig (born August 4, 1978) is an American mixed martial arts coach, retired professional kickboxer and mixed martial artist.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Duane Ludwig height 5 ft 10 in Duane weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.

Who is Duane Ludwig Dating?

According to our records, Duane Ludwig married to Jessica Ludwig. As of December 1, 2023, Duane Ludwig’s is not dating anyone.

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Ludwig was scheduled to face Spencer Fisher on March 21, 2010, at UFC LIVE: Vera vs. Jones, but Fisher was forced off the card with an injury. Ludwig instead faced UFC newcomer Darren Elkins. Ludwig lost via TKO after he suffered a serious ankle injury during the first round.

Facts & Trivia

Duane Ranked on the list of most popular MMA Fighter. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Duane Ludwig celebrates birthday on August 4 of every year.

Ludwig was expected to face Amir Sadollah on March 26, 2011, at UFC Fight Night 24, but was unable to fight due to a sternum injury. James Wilks took his place in the match instead.

Does Duane Ludwig train TJ Dillashaw?

Former UFC bantamweight champion T.J. Dillashaw currently trains out of Bang Muay Thai Gym in Westminster, Colorado. Dillashaw, who defeated Cory Sandhagen on his return to the octagon after a two-year suspension, moved to Colorado to train under Duane Ludwig.

Who trains under Duane Ludwig?

Duane Ludwig
Team| Ludwig Martial Arts, Grudge Training Center, Team Alpha Male
Rank| Purple Belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu under Amal Easton and Eliot Marshal Black belt in Bas Rutten Systems under Bas Rutten
Years active| 2000–2012
Kickboxing record

Where is Duane Ludwig now?

Ludwig now runs his own gym in the suburban Denver area, Bang Muay Thai.

How old is Duane Ludwig?

43 years (August 4, 1978)

Where does TJ Dillashaw live?

T.J. Dillashaw
Residence| Denver, Colorado, U.S.
Nationality| American
Height| 5 ft 6 in (1.68 m)
Weight| 135 lb (61 kg; 9 st 9 lb)