Igor Pokrajac
- January 9, 2024
- Fighter
Quick Facts
Igor Pokrajac Biography
Name | Igor Pokrajac |
Birthday | Jan 2 |
Birth Year | 1979 |
Place Of Birth | Zagreb |
Birth Country | Croatia |
Birth Sign | Capricorn |
Spouse | Anastazija Vasileva |
Igor Pokrajac is one of the most popular and richest Fighter who was born on January 2, 1979 in Zagreb, Croatia. Igor Pokrajac (born 2 January 1979) is a Croatian mixed martial artist, who formerly competed in the Light Heavyweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship. A professional competitor since 2003, Pokrajac has also formerly competed for K-1, KSW, It’s Showtime, and Jungle Fight promotions.
Pokrajac then faced James Irvin on August 1, 2010 at UFC on Versus 2. Midway through the first round, Pokrajac took Irvin down and immediately got side control on the floor. After taking multiple strikes, Irvin rolled over and was submitted by a rear naked choke, handing Pokrajac his first UFC victory.
Pokrajac/Soszynski ultimately took place on December 10, 2011 at UFC 140. Pokrajac defeated Soszynski via first-round KO.
Pokrajac was expected to face Krzysztof Soszynski on June 11, 2011 at UFC 131, replacing an injured Anthony Perosh. However, Pokrajac was himself forced out of the bout with an injury and replaced by returning UFC veteran Mike Massenzio.
Pokrajac fought Stephan Bonnar on December 4, 2010 at The Ultimate Fighter 12 Finale. Pokrajac lost a unanimous decision.
Igor Pokrajac Net Worth
Net Worth | $5 Million |
Source Of Income | Fighter |
House | Living in own house. |
Igor Pokrajac is one of the richest Fighter from Croatia. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Igor Pokrajac 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)
Pokrajac started his professional MMA career in 2003, primarily competing in his native Croatia. Over the next six years, he compiled an impressive record of 21-5.
In August 2009, it was announced he had signed with the UFC, with his first fight taking place against Vladimir Matyushenko on September 19, 2009 at UFC
- He lost the fight via unanimous decision.
Pokrajac next faced James Te-Huna on February 21, 2010 at UFC 110. Pokrajac lost again, this time via third-round TKO, due to strikes. This loss was somewhat controversial, as Te Huna had Pokrajac in a modified crucifix position on the mat and landed five to six clean shots to Pokrajac’s face and although Pokrajac was not able to defend himself from this position, he was signalling to the referee that he was okay, although the ref did not acknowledge this, and stopped the fight after the unanswered shots from Te Huna. Although visibly dazed, Pokrajac disputed the stoppage directly after the fight to no avail.
Height, Weight & Body Measurements
Height | 6 ft 0 in |
Weight | 205 lbs |
Igor Pokrajac height 6 ft 0 in Irene weight 205 lbs & body measurements will update soon.
Who is Igor Pokrajac Dating?
According to our records, Igor Pokrajac married to Anastazija Vasileva. As of December 1, 2023, Igor Pokrajac’s is not dating anyone.
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Pokrajac faced Rafael Cavalcante on November 9, 2013 at UFC Fight Night 32. He lost via submission due to strikes in the first round.
Facts & Trivia
Irene Ranked on the list of most popular Fighter. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in Croatia. Igor Pokrajac celebrates birthday on January 2 of every year.
Pokrajac faced Marcos Rogério de Lima on December 20, 2014 at UFC Fight Night
- He lost the fight via TKO in the first round, and was subsequently released from the promotion shortly after.