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Anthony Njokuani is a Nigerian-American mixed martial artist who currently competes in the featherweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). He was born on March 1, 1980 in Enugu, Nigeria.
Njokuani began his martial arts training at the age of 15, and he has trained in various disciplines such as Muay Thai, kickboxing, and Brazilian jiu-jitsu. He made his professional MMA debut in 2004 and has since competed in various promotions such as Strikeforce, World Extreme Cagefighting, and Bellator.
Njokuani made his UFC debut in 2011 and has since gone on to become one of the most successful Nigerian-born fighters in the promotion. He has earned several Fight of the Night and Performance of the Night bonuses during his UFC career.
As of 2021, Anthony Njokuani's net worth is estimated to be roughly $1 million. He has earned most of his wealth from his successful career as a professional MMA fighter.
| Popular As |
Anthony Obinnia Njokuani |
| Occupation |
N/A |
| Age |
44 years old |
| Zodiac Sign |
Pisces |
| Born |
1 March, 1980 |
| Birthday |
1 March |
| Birthplace |
Enugu, Nigeria |
| Nationality |
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Anthony Njokuani Height, Weight & Measurements
At 44 years old, Anthony Njokuani height is 6ft 0in and Weight 174 lb.
| Physical Status |
| Height |
6ft 0in |
| Weight |
174 lb |
| Body Measurements |
Not Available |
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Not Available |
| Hair Color |
Not Available |
Dating & Relationship status
He is currently single. He is not dating anyone. We don't have much information about He's past relationship and any previous engaged. According to our Database, He has no children.
| Family |
| Parents |
Not Available |
| Wife |
Not Available |
| Sibling |
Not Available |
| Children |
Not Available |
Anthony Njokuani Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2022-2023. So, how much is Anthony Njokuani worth at the age of 44 years old? Anthony Njokuani’s income source is mostly from being a successful Artist. He is from . We have estimated
Anthony Njokuani's net worth
, money, salary, income, and assets.
| Net Worth in 2023 |
$1 Million - $5 Million |
| Salary in 2023 |
Under Review |
| Net Worth in 2022 |
Pending |
| Salary in 2022 |
Under Review |
| House |
Not Available |
| Cars |
Not Available |
| Source of Income |
Artist |
Anthony Njokuani Social Network
Timeline
On February 3, 2017 Njokuani returned to Muay Thai action at Lion Fight 34 at the Tropicana in Las Vegas. He defeated Australia's Chris Harrington by third round (T)KO to keep his undefeated record.
Just two days after his UFC release was announced, it was announced that Njokuani had signed a multi-fight deal with Legacy FC. He made his debut against David Burrow at Legacy FC 38 on February 13, 2015. Despite dominating the first two rounds via his stand up, Njokuani lost the fight via submission in the third round.
After over a year away from the cage, Njokuani returned to face Vinc Pichel on May 24, 2014 at UFC 173. He lost the fight via unanimous decision.
Njokuani faced Daron Cruickshank on October 4, 2014 at UFC Fight Night: MacDonald vs. Saffiedine. He lost the fight by unanimous decision, and was subsequently released from the promotion.
Having compiled a 9–1 (1) MMA record by 2008, Njokuani signed with World Extreme Cagefighting.
Njokuani faced debuting Strikeforce fighter Roger Bowling on April 20, 2013 at UFC on Fox 7. He won the fight via KO in the second round.
A bout with Paul Taylor was scheduled for the third time and was expected to take place on October 26, 2013 at UFC Fight Night 30. However, Taylor was forced to pull out of the bout once again with another injury and later retired. Taylor was replaced this time by Al Iaquinta. On September 24, Njokuani also pulled out of the event with an injury. and was replaced by Piotr Hallmann.
Njokuani defeated John Makdessi on April 21, 2012 at UFC 145 via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27).
Njokuani was expected to face Paul Taylor on July 11, 2012 at UFC on Fuel TV: Munoz vs. Weidman. However, Taylor was forced out of the bout with yet another injury and replaced by Rafael dos Anjos. Njokuani lost the fight via unanimous decision, and was sidelined for six months as he recovered from surgery to repair a broken right hand suffered in the bout.
In his UFC debut, Njokuani faced touted prospect Edson Barboza on March 19, 2011 at UFC 128. He lost the fight via unanimous decision, but the bout won the Fight of the Night bonus.
Njokuani fought Andre Winner on July 2, 2011 at UFC 132, winning via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-26, 30-26). UFC commentator, Joe Rogan, called it Njokuani's best performance of his career. With this performance, Njokuani became the sixth fighter to land over 100 significant strikes in a single bout.
Njokuani was expected to face Paul Taylor on November 5, 2011 at UFC 138. However, just days before the event, Taylor pulled out of the bout citing an injury. With no time to find a suitable replacement the bout was scrapped.
Njokuani was expected to face Ramsey Nijem on December 30, 2011 at UFC 141. However, Nijem was forced out the bout with an injury and replaced by Danny Castillo. He lost the fight via split decision.
Njokuani faced Shane Roller at WEC 48 on April 24, 2010. He lost the fight via first round rear-naked choke submission.
Njokuani defeated WEC newcomer Edward Faaloloto via second-round TKO on November 11, 2010 at WEC 52.
In October 2010, World Extreme Cagefighting merged with the Ultimate Fighting Championship. As part of the merger, all WEC fighters were transferred to the UFC.
Njokuani made his promotional debut on January 25, 2009 at WEC 38, losing to future WEC Lightweight Champion and future UFC Lightweight Champion, Benson Henderson via second round submission.
Njokuani was expected to face Anthony Pettis on April 5, 2009 at WEC 40. However, Pettis pulled out of the fight with a hand injury and was replaced by Bart Palaszewski. Njokuani defeated Palaszewski via TKO in the second round.
Njokuani next face Muhsin Corbbrey on October 10, 2009 at WEC 43. Njokuani defeated Corbbrey via second-round TKO.
Njokuani fought IFL veteran Chris Horodecki, who made his WEC debut on December 19, 2009 at WEC 45. Njokuani won via first-round TKO, earning the Knockout of the Night award for the third consecutive time in the WEC.
Njokuani began his professional career in 1999, initially fighting as a kickboxer. He enjoyed some success in the sport by compiling a 24–0 record and winning the Kansas state Muay Thai title. He turned his hand to mixed martial arts in 2003 and became champion of the Texas-based Art of War promotion in 2007 before making a brief return to kickboxing to compete for the Oklahoma Destroyers in the -74.3 kg/164 lb division in the team-based World Combat League promotion during the 2007-08 season.
Anthony Obinnia Njokuani (born March 1, 1980) is an Nigerian American professional mixed martial artist and kickboxer currently competing in ONE Championship. A professional competitor since 2001, Njokuani has also formerly competed for the UFC and the WEC.
Born in Enugu, Nigeria on March 1, 1980, Anthony Njokuani and his family immigrated to the United States in 1983, settling in Garland, Texas. Njokuani began his martial arts training in Tae Kwon Do at the age of 17 before later moving on to Muay Thai and then mixed martial arts at the age of 21. Njokuani's younger brother, Chidi, is also a professional mixed martial artist.
