Poppies Martinez

Quick Facts

Full Name	Poppies Martinez
Occupation	Mixed Martial Artist
Date Of Birth	Aug 19, 1983(1983-08-19)
Age	41
Birthplace	Lemoore
Country	United States
Birth City	California
Horoscope	Leo

Poppies Martinez Biography

Poppies Martinez is one of the most popular and richest Mixed Martial Artist who was born on August 19, 1983 in Lemoore, California, United States. Poppies Martinez, a Native American mixed martial artist from the Tachi Yokuts tribe, was born August 19, 1983. He is currently competing in Bellator’s Lightweight division. Poppies Martinez has been a professional competitor since 2003. He previously competed in California-based promotions such as the WEC, Palace Fighting Championship and Tachi Palace Fights.

Martinez fought mostly for Palace Fighting Championship from 2007 to 2014. After the end of that organization, Tachi Palace Fights was formed. Both groups held their events in Martinez’s hometown of Lemoore in California, Tachi Palace Hotel and Casino.

Martinez faced David Mitchell on July 9, 2010 at TPF 5: Stars and Strikes for the welterweight title. He lost via technical submission due to a triangle choke early in the first round.

Martinez made his promotional debut on October 4, 2013 at Bellator 102 against Brandon Girtz. He lost via submission due to an armbar early in the first round.

Martinez fought against Shad Smith for the PFC Lightweight Championship. Martinez lost by submission in the third round due to a Guillotine choke.

Poppies Martinez Net Worth

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

Martinez started training in mixed martial art at age 19 and made his professional debut for the WEC in 2003. Martinez fought only for promotion until 2006.

Martinez was to face Shad Smith again on October 18, 2007, at PFC 4, for the PFC Lightweight Championship. Smith was medically suspended by CSAC and had to withdraw from the fight. Martinez was rescheduled for Brandon Jinnies at the same PFC Interim Lightweight Championship event. He was victorious via TKO in the first round, and he became the interim lightweight title holder for the PFC.

Once again, Martinez fought for the PFC Lightweight Championship on January 17, 2008 at PFC 6 against Diego Saraiva and was defeated via submission due to a rear-naked choke in the first round.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Poppies Martinez height 5 ft 9 in Poppies weight 65 kg & body measurements will update soon.

Who is Poppies Martinez Dating?

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

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Martinez also faced Chris Culley on February 6, 2014 at TPF 18: Martinez vs. Culley for the vacant TPF Featherweight Championship. He won via submission due to an anaconda choke in the first round and became the only fighter to hold two TPF belts simultaneously.

Facts & Trivia

Poppies Ranked on the list of most popular Mixed Martial Artist. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Poppies Martinez celebrates birthday on August 19 of every year.

Top Facts about Poppies Martinez

1. Poppies Martinez is a retired American MMA fighter.
2. He was born on September 20, 1978.
3. Martinez fought in the lightweight and welterweight divisions.
4. He had a professional record of 29 wins and 13 losses.
5. Martinez competed in various promotions including Strikeforce and WEC.
6. His fighting style was primarily Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and wrestling-based.
7. Martinez won several titles throughout his career, including the Gladiator Challenge Lightweight Championship.
8. He retired from MMA in 2013 after a loss to Chris Saunders.
9. Martinez currently works as a coach at his gym, Poppies Martinez Ultimate Training Center.
10. He is known for his toughness and durability inside the cage.