Jake Matthews

Quick Facts

Full Name	Jake Matthews
Occupation	Mixed Martial Artist
Date Of Birth	Aug 19, 1994(1994-08-19)
Age	30
Birthplace	Melbourne
Country	Australia
Birth City	Melbourne
Horoscope	Leo

Jake Matthews Biography

Jake Matthews is one of the most popular and richest Mixed Martial Artist who was born on August 19, 1994 in Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia. Jake Aaron Matthews (born 19 August 1994) is an Australian mixed martial artist currently competing in the Ultimate Fighting Championship’s Welterweight division.

After winning a fight after his stint on TUF, Matthews made his official UFC debut on 28 June 2014 at UFC Fight Night 43, where he faced promotional newcomer Dashon Johnson in a lightweight bout. Matthews defeated Johnson via submission in the third round.

Matthews was expected to face Mickael Lebout on 18 July 2015 at UFC Fight Night 72. However, Matthews pulled out of the fight on 9 July citing injury and was replaced by promotional newcomer Teemu Packalen.

Matthews faced James Vick on 10 May 2015 at UFC Fight Night 65. He lost the fight via submission in the first round.

For his second fight with the promotion, Matthews faced Vagner Rocha on 8 November 2014 at UFC Fight Night 55. Matthews won the fight via second round submission.

Jake Matthews Net Worth

Jake Matthews is one of the richest Mixed Martial Artist from Australia. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Jake Matthews 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

Matthews made his professional mixed martial arts debut at the age of 18 in September 2012 competing for regional promotions in the Greater Melbourne area where he compiled a record of 7–0 prior joining UFC.

In December 2013, it was announced that Matthews would be a cast member on The Ultimate Fighter Nations: Canada vs. Australia, representing Australia at welterweight. Matthews went on to lose his opening fight in the tournament, dropping a unanimous decision to eventual finalist Olivier Aubin-Mercier and was subsequently eliminated from the show.

Matthews faced Akbarh Arreola on 15 November 2015 at UFC 193. Matthews won via doctor stoppage between rounds 2 and 3, after scoring a takedown early in the second round and inflicting severe damage to Arreola’s right eye with punches and elbows.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Jake Matthews height 5 ft 11 in Jake weight 170 lbs & body measurements will update soon.

Who is Jake Matthews Dating?

According to our records, Jake Matthews is possibily single & has not been previously engaged. As of December 1, 2023, Jake Matthews’s is not dating anyone.

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Matthews faced Tony Martin on 2 December 2018 at UFC Fight Night 142. He lost the fight via an anaconda choke in round three.

Facts & Trivia

Jake Ranked on the list of most popular Mixed Martial Artist. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in Australia. Jake Matthews celebrates birthday on August 19 of every year.

Matthews faced Li Jingliang on 11 February 2018 at UFC 221. where he won via unanimous decision. This win earned him the Fight of the Night bonus.

How many Pro Bowls does Jake Matthews have?

No. 70 – Atlanta Falcons
Roster status:| Active
Career highlights and awards
Pro Bowl (2018) Unanimous All-American (2013) 2× First-team All-American (2012, 2013) 2× First-team All-SEC (2012, 2013)
Career NFL statistics as of Week 18, 2021

What rank is Jake Matthews?

Date↑ ↓Rank
01/01/2020| 6| #81 Welterweight
10/01/2019| 12| #87 Welterweight
07/01/2019| 3| #75 Welterweight
04/01/2019| 5| #72 Welterweight

Is Jake Matthews still playing football?

Falcons, LT Jake Matthews agree to three-year, big-money extension. Atlanta and left tackle Jake Matthews have agreed to terms on a three-year extension , NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported. The deal includes $52.5 million in Matthews’ first three years and has an average annual value of $18.5 million.

Where is Jake Matthews from?

Jake Matthews
Born| Jake Aaron Matthews 19 August 1994 Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Other names| The Celtic Kid
Residence| Epping, Victoria, Australia
Nationality| Australian

How much does Jake Matthews make?

Jake Matthews signed a three year contract extension worth $55.5 million with the Falcons. Matthews received $42 million in guarantees of which $26.6 million is fully guaranteed at signing. Matthews 2022 and 2023 base salaries are fully guaranteed and he received a $12.5 million signing bonus.