Paul Craig: Record, Next Fight, Net Worth, Age, and More
Paul Craig is a Scottish fighter who takes part in the Middleweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). He started his professional career in 2013 and used to fight in BAMMA, where he won the title of BAMMA World Light Heavyweight Champion.
- Birth Date: November 27, 1987 (age 36)
- Birth Place: Airdrie, Scotland
- Nickname: Bearjew
- Height: 6 feet 4 inches (1.93 m)
- Weight: 185 pounds (84 kg; 13.2 stone)
- Divisions: Fought in both Light Heavyweight and Middleweight
- Reach: 76 inches (193 cm)
- Fighting Out of: Bathgate, Scotland
- Team: Higher Level Martial Arts
- Rank: Black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, awarded by Brian Gallacher
- Professional Since: 2013
Paul Craig MMA Record and Results:
Paul Craig has competed in a total of 26 professional fights in his MMA career. He has won 17 of these fights, with 13 victories coming from submissions, showing his skill in grappling and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. He has also knocked out four opponents. Paul has faced defeat in eight fights; five were by knockout, two by submission, and one by decision. Additionally, one of his fights ended in a draw. His record highlights his experience and ability in the sport, especially in securing wins by making his opponents submit. Record: 17-8-1.
| Event | Opponent | Date | Result | Round | Record | Time | Method | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UFC 301 | Caio Borralho | 4 May 2024 | Loss | 2 | 17–8–1 | 2:10 | KO (punches) | Rio de Janeiro, Brazil |
| UFC Fight Night: Allen vs. Craig | Brendan Allen | 18 November 2023 | Loss | 3 | 17–7–1 | 0:38 | Submission (rear-naked choke) | Las Vegas, Nevada, United States |
| UFC Fight Night: Aspinall vs. Tybura | André Muniz | 22 July 2023 | Win | 2 | 17–6–1 | 4:40 | TKO (elbows) | London, England |
| UFC 283 | Johnny Walker | 21 January 2023 | Loss | 1 | 16–6–1 | 2:16 | TKO (punches) | Rio de Janeiro, Brazil |
| UFC Fight Night: Blaydes vs. Aspinall | Volkan Oezdemir | 23 July 2022 | Loss | 3 | 16–5–1 | 5:00 | Decision (unanimous) | London, England |
| UFC Fight Night: Volkov vs. Aspinall | Nikita Krylov | 19 March 2022 | Win | 1 | 16–4–1 | 3:57 | Submission (triangle choke) | London, England |
| UFC 263 | Jamahal Hill | 12 June 2021 | Win | 1 | 15–4–1 | 1:59 | TKO (elbows and punches) | Glendale, Arizona, United States |
| UFC 255 | Maurício Rua | 21 November 2020 | Win | 2 | 14–4–1 | 3:36 | TKO (submission to punches) | Las Vegas, Nevada, United States |
| UFC on ESPN: Whittaker vs. Till | Gadzhimurad Antigulov | 26 July 2020 | Win | 1 | 13–4–1 | 2:06 | Submission (triangle choke) | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates |
| UFC Fight Night: Błachowicz vs. Jacaré | Maurício Rua | 16 November 2019 | Draw | 3 | 12–4–1 | 5:00 | Draw (split) | São Paulo, Brazil |
| UFC Fight Night: Rodríguez vs. Stephens | Vinicius Moreira | 21 September 2019 | Win | 1 | 12–4 | 3:19 | Submission (rear-naked choke) | Mexico City, Mexico |
| UFC on ESPN: Ngannou vs. dos Santos | Alonzo Menifield | 29 June 2019 | Loss | 1 | 11–4 | 3:19 | KO (punches) | Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States |
| UFC on ESPN: Barboza vs. Gaethje | Kennedy Nzechukwu | 30 March 2019 | Win | 3 | 11–3 | 4:20 | Submission (triangle choke) | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States |
| UFC Fight Night: dos Santos vs. Tuivasa | Jimmy Crute | 2 December 2018 | Loss | 3 | 10–3 | 4:51 | Submission (kimura) | Adelaide, Australia |
| UFC Fight Night: Werdum vs. Volkov | Magomed Ankalaev | 17 March 2018 | Win | 3 | 10–2 | 4:59 | Submission (triangle choke) | London, England |
| UFC Fight Night: Nelson vs. Ponzinibbio | Khalil Rountree Jr. | 16 July 2017 | Loss | 1 | 9–2 | 4:56 | KO (punches) | Glasgow, Scotland |
| UFC 209 | Tyson Pedro | 4 March 2017 | Loss | 1 | 9–1 | 4:10 | TKO (elbows) | Las Vegas, Nevada, United States |
| UFC on Fox: VanZant vs. Waterson | Henrique da Silva | 17 December 2016 | Win | 2 | 9–0 | 1:59 | Submission (armbar) | Sacramento, California, United States |
| BAMMA 23 | Marcin Łazarz | 14 November 2015 | Win | 1 | 8–0 | 3:51 | Submission (triangle choke) | London, England |
| BAMMA 22 | Karl Moore | 19 September 2015 | Win | 2 | 7–0 | 0:48 | Submission (guillotine choke) | Dublin, Ireland |
| Animalistic MMA: Rise of the Alpha | Adam Wright | 20 June 2015 | Win | 1 | 6–0 | 0:47 | Submission (armbar) | Preston, England |
| FightStar Championship 5 | Andrzej Bachorz | 11 April 2015 | Win | 1 | 5–0 | 2:37 | Submission (brabo choke) | Coventry, England |
| First Fighting Championship: Resurgence | Dan Konecke | 13 September 2014 | Win | 1 | 4–0 | 4:18 | TKO (punches) | Hamilton, Scotland |
| Full Contact Contender 10 | Jon Ferguson | 21 June 2014 | Win | 1 | 3–0 | 1:50 | Submission (triangle choke) | Bolton, England |
| Underdog Xtreme Championships 2 | Antonio Braga | 1 March 2014 | Win | 1 | 2–0 | 2:41 | Submission (triangle choke) | Belfast, Northern Ireland |
| First Fighting Championship: Prepare for Glory 3 | Brad Conway | 24 August 2013 | Win | 1 | 1–0 | 2:00 | Submission (triangle choke) | Hamilton, Scotland |
Where is Paul Craig from?
Paul Craig is from Airdrie, Scotland.
What nationality is Paul Craig?
Paul Craig is Scottish.
Where does Paul Craig train?
Paul Craig trains at Higher Level Martial Arts in Bathgate, Scotland.
What weight class is Paul Craig?
Paul Craig competes in the Middleweight division.
What rank is Paul Craig?
As of May 9, 2024, Paul Craig is ranked #21 in the Middleweight division.
What fighting style is Paul Craig known for?
Paul Craig’s fighting style is a mix of disciplines, but he is known for his strong Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu skills.
What age did Paul Craig start MMA?
Paul Craig began his mixed martial arts (MMA) journey at the age of 26.
What is Paul Craig’s net worth?
Paul Craig’s net worth approximately $2 million.
How tall is Paul Craig?
Paul Craig is 6 feet 4 inches (193 cm) tall.
How much does Paul Craig weigh?
Paul Craig weighs 185 pounds (84 kg; 13.2 stone).
How old is Paul Craig?
Paul Craig is 36 years old.
When was Paul Craig’s last fight?
Paul Craig’s last fight was on May 4, 2024.
When is Paul Craig’s next fight?
There is no publicly announced date for Paul Craig’s next fight.
Who is Paul Craig’s wife?
The name of Paul Craig’s wife isn’t mentioned in the provided information.
What are Paul Craig’s official Instagram and Twitter accounts?
Paul Craig’s official Instagram and Twitter accounts are:
