Jens Pulver

Quick Facts

Full Name	Jens Pulver
Occupation	MMA Fighter
Date Of Birth	Dec 6, 1974(1974-12-06)
Age	50
Birthplace	Sunnyside
Country	United States
Birth City	Washington State
Horoscope	Sagittarius

Jens Pulver Biography

Jens Pulver is one of the most popular and richest MMA Fighter who was born on December 6, 1974 in Sunnyside, Washington State, United States. Mixed martial arts fighter who became the first Lightweight Champion in the Ultimate Fighting Championship league.

He developed a rivalry with Dennis Hallman, who he first defended his UFC Lightweight Championship against in September, 2001.

Pulver began competing in the UFC in September 1999. He fought four times in the UFC before gaining a title shot against top ranked Japanese Fighter Caol Uno in February 2001. Pulver won the title by unanimous decision, becoming the first UFC Lightweight Champion. He defended his title twice (against Dennis Hallman and B.J. Penn) before leaving the organization due to contractual problems. Pulver became famous for his combination of defensive wrestling and boxing strategies colloquially called “sprawl and brawl” in MMA circles.

Pulver moved to Lockeford, California in 1999 where he briefly trained at the Lion’s Den and then joined Shamrock 2000, a short lived camp formed by Bob Shamrock (the foster father of Ken and Frank Shamrock) Kevin Woo, and Dr. Ron Emmerson. Pulver noted that there was a little kid who would show up at the gym to hit the bags in those days named Nick Diaz with his younger brother Nate, both of whom later became MMA stars. Pulver, who hated his name because it was the same as his father’s, even asked Bob at one point if he could take the Shamrock name since Bob was the first real father figure he felt he ever had. Bob told him: “You go out there and make the Pulver name mean something good.” (Pulver would later go on to become the first 155-pound champion in UFC history.) Pulver wanted to fight full-time, but they did not have the right training partners for him. Shamrock put him in contact with Monte Cox and sent him to Iowa, where Pat Miletich was starting a camp where he could train full- time.

He married Kannika Pulver on July 4, 2009. He has two children named Karson Jens and Madeline Pulver.

Jens Pulver Net Worth

Jens Pulver is one of the richest MMA Fighter from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Jens Pulver 's net worth $300 Thousand. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

He grew up in a horrible environment because of his alcoholic father.

He was a coach on the Spike TV reality series The Ultimate Fighter 5.

Jens Johnnie Pulver (born December 6, 1974) is a retired American professional mixed martial artist and undefeated boxer and kickboxer. Pulver was the inaugural UFC Lightweight Champion in addition to serving as the head coach on The Ultimate Fighter 5 reality show against long-time rival B.J. Penn. In mixed martial arts, Pulver competed at the Lightweight, Featherweight, Bantamweight and Flyweight divisions in addition to competing at the Middleweight, Light Middleweight, and Welterweight divisions as a professional boxer. While perhaps best known for competing in the UFC, Pulver has also competed in Pride Fighting Championships, for the PRIDE 2005 Lightweight Grand Prix. He is to-date the youngest UFC Lightweight Champion in the UFC history, eventually relinquishing his title, after two defenses, due to a contract dispute. Pulver officially retired from combat sports in 2014. Pulver is considered the founder of the UFC lightweight division.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Jens Pulver height 5 ft 7 in Jens weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.

Who is Jens Pulver Dating?

According to our records, Jens Pulver married to Kannika Pulver. As of December 1, 2023, Jens Pulver’s is not dating anyone.

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Pulver has a daughter. He married in 2009. He and his wife have a boy who was born December 16, 2008.

Facts & Trivia

Jens Ranked on the list of most popular MMA Fighter. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Jens Pulver celebrates birthday on December 6 of every year.

Pulver met Diego Garijo on August 14, 2010 in Irvine, California, losing the bout by submission via guillotine choke in the first round. This was Pulver’s sixth straight loss.

Top Facts about Jens Pulver

1. Jens Pulver is a retired American mixed martial artist.
2. He was the first UFC lightweight champion in history.
3. Known for his powerful left hand and wrestling skills.
4. Holds a professional record of 27 wins and 19 losses.
5. Fought in various promotions including UFC, Pride, and WEC.
6. Inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame in 2011.
7. Coached on The Ultimate Fighter reality show in 2007.
8. Has battled depression and addiction outside of fighting career.
9. Started his own MMA gym called Team Pulver in Idaho.
10. Currently works as a commentator for MMA events

What was Jens Pulver groin injury?

The former UFC lightweight champion was a unanimous decision after a groin kick in the third round rendered him unable to compete as he writhed in devastating agony on the canvas.

When did Jens Pulver retire?

He is to-date the youngest UFC Lightweight Champion in the UFC history, eventually relinquishing his title, after two defenses, due to a contract dispute. Pulver officially retired from combat sports in 2014.

Is Jens Pulver still fighting?

Jens Pulver finally closed the curtain on his 47-fight MMA career. Speaking with Fox Sports anchor Karyn Bryant before The Ultimate Fighter 19 finale, Pulver said he’s officially done with MMA , concluding what was a strange but ultimately successful run in the sport.

Who is the richest MMA fighter?

Conor McGregor In the modern period, he is the highest-paid fighter, with a whopping net worth of $200 million. He is one of the richest MMA fighters of all time. Conor McGregor before his lightweight fight with Dustin Poirier during the UFC 264 event at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA.