Randy ‘Rudeboy’ Brown, originally from Spanish Town, Jamaica, is a professional mixed martial artist who competes as a welterweight fighter in the UFC. Brown, who moved to the United States at a young age, began his professional MMA journey in 2014. Prior to joining the UFC, he reached champion status in the Ring of Combat, where he held the welterweight title and defended his title twice.
Brown debuted in the UFC in 2016 with a TKO victory over Matt Dwyer at UFC on Fox 18. Since then, he has faced and defeated numerous notable fighters, including Alex Oliveira, Khaos Williams, and Francisco Trinaldo. Known for his striking and grappling skills, Brown has accumulated a professional record of 18 wins and 5 losses.
Despite facing setbacks, such as losses to Vicente Luque and Jack Della Maddalena, Brown has consistently bounced back stronger and has never lost two consecutive fights in his career. In his latest bout, he secured a first-round knockout against Muslim Salikhov at UFC Fight Night in February 2024, earning him the Performance of the Night award. As of now, Brown is scheduled to face Elizeu Zaleski dos Santos at UFC 302 on June 1, 2024, aiming to take a spot in the top 15 of the UFC welterweight rankings.
Randy Brown Nationality
Randy Brown, born on July 8, 1990, in Springfield, Massachusetts, U.S., holds both Jamaican and American nationalities. He spent his early childhood in Jamaica with his mother due to her deportation. His father has been serving a triple-life sentence for most of Randy's life.
Returning to the United States at 16, Randy attended Jamaica High School. He began his athletic journey in boxing in 2005, but later shifted to mixed martial arts at 19, making his professional debut in 2014 after six amateur fights.
Randy Brown Ethnicity
Randy Brown is of Jamaican ethnicity as both of his parents hail from Jamaica. Brown's ethnicity plays a crucial role in his identity, and he frequently honors his cultural background, whether by showcasing the Jamaican flag or discussing the influences of his heritage on his life and career.
Last Updated On May 30, 2024
FAQs
A. Randy Brown is from the United States, but he also holds Jamaican citizenship.
A. Randy Brown was born in Springfield, Massachusetts, U.S., on July 8, 1990.
A. Randy Brown is 33 years old as of May 2024.
A. For his next fight, Randy Brown will square off against Elizeu Zaleski dos Santos on June 1, 2024, at UFC 302.
A. Randy Brown holds a record of 18 wins and 5 losses (17-2-0) in professional MMA.
