Nov 5, 2023 · No, Jiri Prochazka is not a Samurai. In fact, the samurais were abolished within a few years following the end of Japan’s feudal era in 1868. It’s perhaps almost impossible for Prochazka to be one of their heirs who lives thousands of miles away from Japan.

Jun 7, 2022 · Jiri Prochazka is a violent fighter whose 28 wins come with 25 knockouts. However, according to Prochazka, his greatest weapon isn't his fists or his elbows but his mind. In a recent interview...

Jun 25, 2024 · After securing the 205-pound title at UFC 275, the 31-year-old Czech fighter revealed that he has engaged in an unorthodox training method, such as spending three days in a pitch-dark room without...

Nov 10, 2023 · Jiri Prochazka made his UFC debut in July 2020. He joined the promotion as the defending Rizin light heavyweight world champion. On his debut he secured a jaw-dropping knockout win in under 50-seconds against Volkan Oezdemir.

Aug 9, 2022 · From his UFC championship belt and a katana sword to his black jagua... There are a few things UFC light heavyweight champion Jiri Prochazka can't live without.

Jun 8, 2022 · Some dismiss Prochazka’s training approach and general attitude as “fake samurai s—t,” but seeing as he’s scored 25 knockout wins in 28 trips to the cage, something is working for “BJP.” The...

Jul 22, 2024 · Jiri Prochazka’s fighting style comes from the samurai code of behavior: bushido. It represents fighting with honor, never giving up, and being loyal to oneself. With every match, the Jiri Prochazka fight style shows he is fighting for himself and his fans.

Aug 9, 2022 · There are a few things UFC light heavyweight champion Jiri Prochazka can't live without. From his UFC championship belt and a katana sword to his black jaguar tooth necklace, these are the UFC...

Jun 8, 2022 · Jiri Prochazka will be making his way to the octagon for the main event of UFC 275 challenging for the Light Heavyweight Championship, and the 205-pound title challenger recently revealed some of...

Jiří Procházka (Czech: [ˈjɪr̝iː ˈproxaːska] ⓘ; ⓘ; born October 14, 1992) is a Czech professional mixed martial artist.He currently competes in the Light Heavyweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), where he is a former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion and the first Czech fighter to win a UFC championship. He was the …