Chase Sherman is an American mixed martial artist who competes in the heavyweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). He has fought in various promotions throughout his career, including Titan FC and Island Fights.
Early Life and Career Beginnings:
Chase Sherman was born on June 20, 1989, in D’Iberville, Mississippi. He grew up in a family of athletes, with his father being a former high school football coach and his mother being a former softball player. Sherman began playing football in high school and later attended Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, where he played as a defensive end.
After college, Sherman began training in mixed martial arts and made his professional debut in 2011. He quickly gained a reputation as a heavy-hitter and finished his first five opponents by knockout or technical knockout.
Career in UFC:
Sherman made his UFC debut in 2016, where he won his first fight by knockout against Justin Ledet. He continued to fight in the UFC and had his ups and downs, with a record of 3 wins and 5 losses.
Sherman was released from the UFC in 2018 but made his return in 2020 after a successful stint in the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship. He has since won two out of his three fights and is looking to make his way up the heavyweight rankings.
Career Record:
| Result | Record | Opponent | Method | Event | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Win | 16–7 | Isaac Villanueva | TKO (punches) | UFC Fight Night: Brunson vs. Holland | March 20, 2021 |
| Loss | 15–7 | Andrei Arlovski | Decision (unanimous) | UFC on ESPN: Blaydes vs. Lewis | February 20, 2021 |
| Win | 15–6 | Ike Villanueva | TKO (elbow and punches) | UFC Fight Night: Waterson vs. Hill | September 12, 2020 |
| Loss | 14–6 | Augusto Sakai | TKO (punches) | UFC Fight Night: Błachowicz vs. Santos | February 23, 2019 |
| Loss | 14–5 | Justin Willis | Decision (unanimous) | UFC Fight Night: dos Santos vs. Tuivasa | December 1, 2018 |
FAQ:
Q: When did Chase Sherman start his professional MMA career? A: Chase Sherman made his professional debut in 2011.
Q: How many fights has Chase Sherman won in the UFC? A: Chase Sherman has won 3 fights in the UFC.
Q: What is Chase Sherman’s current record in the UFC? A: Chase Sherman’s current record in the UFC is 5 wins and 5 losses.