Jared "Tha Killa Gorilla" Cannonier is an American mixed martial artist competing in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) middleweight division(185 lbs). Born on March 16, 1984, in Dallas, Texas, he stands 6 feet tall with a reach of 77.5 inches. Cannonier fights out of Phoenix, Arizona, representing the MMA Lab and Legacy Jiu Jitsu Alaska teams. Cannonier began his professional MMA career in 2011, initially competing as a heavyweight. He amassed a 7–0 record before signing with the UFC. Over time, he made a remarkable transition through three weight classes—heavyweight, light heavyweight, and eventually middleweight—becoming one of the few fighters to secure knockout victories in all three divisions.
In his middleweight debut on November 17, 2018, at UFC Fight Night 140, Cannonier defeated David Branch via second-round TKO, showcasing his striking skills. As of February 10, 2025, he holds a professional record of 17 wins and 8 losses, with 10 victories by knockout and 2 by submission. His most recent bout was a unanimous decision loss to Caio Borralho on August 24, 2024, at UFC on ESPN 62, a fight that earned him a Fight of the Night bonus. Cannonier is currently gearing up to face former LFA Middleweight Champion Gregory Rodrigues in the main event on February 15, 2025, at UFC Fight Night 251.
How old is Jared Cannonier?
Born on March 16, 1984, Jared Cannonier is 40 years old.
Jared Cannonier Last Fight
For his last fight, Jared Cannonier headlined against Caio Borralho on August 24, 2024, in Las Vegas, United States. Caio Borralho secured the win with a unanimous decision victory over Jared Cannonier (49-45, 49-45, 48-46). The fight saw Borralho utilize crisp striking, damaging leg kicks, and a late grappling attempt to control the former title challenger.
The Brazilian native edged the first round with sharp jabs and leg kicks, while Cannonier rebounded in the second with heavy hooks. They traded momentum in rounds three and four, with Borralho landing precise combinations and Cannonier opening a cut under Borralho’s eye. In the final round, Borralho dropped Cannonier with a one-two, followed by a barrage of strikes and an arm-triangle attempt. Though Cannonier survived, Borralho’s dominant display sealed the decision.
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FAQs On Jared Cannonier
A. Jared Cannonier won the fight against Sean Strickland via split decision.
A. Jared Cannonier’s MMA record stands at 17 wins and 8 losses.
A. Jared Cannonier stands 5 feet 11 inches (1.80 m) tall.
A. Jared Cannonier will be fighting Gregory Rodrigues next at UFC Fight Night 251 on February 15, 2025.
A. Jared Cannonier is currently the No.7 ranked contender in the middleweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
