Johnny Walker is a dangerous light-heavyweight plying his trade in the UFC, and here is everything you need to know about him including his net worth, salary, records and endorsements
Johnny Walker is known for his phenomenal knockout power and explosive striking. Having made his UFC debut in November 2018, he quickly rose through the ranks and is currently ranked number 10 in the light-heavyweight division.
Johnny Walker Net Worth and Payouts
Johnny Walker has a net worth of approximately $900,000. Given that he is only a few fights old in the UFC, it is set to increase soon. Johnny Walker accumulated $400k from MMA as earnings.
For his first UFC fight, Walker made $73,500, a knockout win over Khalil Rountree Jr., that also saw him win the Performance of the Night Bonus.
His biggest payday came against Misha Cirkunov, against whom, a flying knee followed by punches pocketed Walker an impressive $143,500.
Johnny Walker MMA career and UFC record
Johnny Walker made his MMA debut on the 14th of December, 2013 against Francisco Francisco at Circuito Invictus de MMA 2. He won the fight via. TKO (knees and punches) in the very first round.
Walker suffered his first-ever loss in November 2014 via. TKO to Wagner Prado. He then won his next four fights, before going on a 1-2 run. Walker’s record – 21 wins and 9 losses.
Following a 5-fight winning streak, Walker entered Dana White’s Contender Series Brazil 2. A win against Henrique da Silva earned him a UFC contract.
Walker made his promotional debut against Khalil Rountree Jr. (in November 2018) and knocked Rountree out with an elbow in the very first round.
He then followed it up with wins over Justin Ledet and Misha Cirkunov. The Brazilian then lost his next two fights against Corey Anderson and Nikita Krylov before getting back on track with a win over Ryan Spann.
He was once again pegged back with a unanimous decision loss against Thiago Santos.
The Brazilian is managed by Paradigm Sports – the same sports management group that has Conor McGregor as its client.
Walker’s MMA record currently reads 18 wins and 6 losses.
Johnny Walker Family, Personal Life and Endorsements
Johnny Walker was born on the 30th of March, 1992 in Belford Roxo, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil to parents Walter and Joelma. However, he spent most of his time in Southampton, England.
Walker is in a relationship with Tara Campbell. She is a teacher who holds a law degree. The pair often share snaps of themselves on social media.
He endorses sports health brand TIDL Sport.
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