Biography
Jiří Procházka 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 inaugural Rizin Fighting Federation Light Heavyweight Champion and the inaugural Gladiator Fighting Championship Light Heavyweight Champion. As of April 14, 2026, he is #3 in the UFC light heavyweight rankings.
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Career Analysis
Jiří Procházka has compiled a professional record of 32-6-1 across 39 bouts. With 28 victories coming by stoppage, Procházka carries a 88% knockout rate — marking them as one of the most dangerous finishers in the division.
Representing Czech Republic on the world stage, Procházka competes in the 205 lb division. They remain active and looking for their next fight.