Volkan Oezdemir is a well-known Swiss professional mixed martial artist who competes as a light heavyweight fighter in his professional fights. Currently signed with the leading professional mixed martial arts promotion, the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), Volkan Oezdemir ranks as the No. 9 fighter in the promotion’s light heavyweight rankings.
Volkan Oezdemir took combat sports seriously in his teenage and dedicated his time to training at a Muay Thai gym gradually discovering his passion for mixed martial arts. Oezdemir initially fought as an amateur in kickboxing and jiu-jitsu. He eventually transitioned to professional mixed martial arts in 2010 against Martin Vath whom he defeated by a first-round TKO and started his career with a thumping win.
After his professional mixed martial arts debut, Volkan Oezdemir kept outclassing his opponents inside the cage and amassed a record of 12 wins and 1 loss till the time of his UFC debut. He ventured into the octagon for his promotional debut in the UFC against Ovince Saint Preux at UFC Fight Night: Bermudez vs. The Korean Zombie on February 4, 2017. He won by a split decision and marked his entry in the UFC with a win.
At UFC 220 Volkan Oezdemir landed his first title shot in the UFC when he locked horns with the former UFC light heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier at UFC 220. Cormier defeated him by a second-round TKO to retain the title in the bout. He still has his eyes fixed on an opening that can provide him with an opportunity that would allow him to contend for the title. His upcoming fight against Johnny Walker on June 22, 2024, can allow him a breather in his campaign if he secures a convincing win over the Brazilian light-heavyweight fighter.
Volkan Oezdemir’s Record
Volkan Oezdemir holds a professional mixed martial arts record of 19 wins and 7 losses as of June 2024. 12 of his victories have come by knockouts, 2 by submission, and 5 by decision. He has also suffered 2 losses by knockout, 2 by submission, and 3 by decision.
| 26 matches | 19 wins | 7 losses |
| By knockout | 12 | 2 |
| By submission | 2 | 2 |
| By decision | 5 | 3 |
Volkan Oezdemir’s Nationality
Volkan Oezdemir is a Swiss national who was born in Fribourg, Switzerland on September 19, 1989. His father is from Turkey with an ethnic Kurdish background, whereas, his mother is a Swiss national. Oezdemir represents Switzerland as a professional fighter in his fights.
FAQs on Volkan Oezdemir's Record
A. He has a professional MMA record of 19 wins and 7 losses.
A. Yes, he has fought in Bellator MMA.
A. He was born in Fribourg, Switzerland.
A. He is ranked No. 9 in the UFC’s light heavyweight rankings.
A. He is 34 years old.
