Fares Ziam

Fares Ziam was born on March 21, 1997, in Venissieux, France. Fares “Smile Killer” Ziam was born in the Millennials Generation and is currently 27 years old. He is a UFC fighter who competes in the lightweight division. He made his Octagon debut 1,686 days ago, on September 7, 2019. Ziam trains at Kill Cliff FC.

When is Fares Ziam’s next fight, what’s his height, reach, record, and who is he fighting next? Let’s find out below ⤵

As of April 2024, Fares Ziam’s pro record is 14-4-0, with 5 of those wins coming by knockout, 4 by submission, and the rest by a decision. Ziam has fought in over 18 professional MMA bouts, and his last fight was 8 months ago against Jai Herbert at UFC Fight Night 224: Aspinall vs. Tybura. The fight was on Saturday, July 22, 2023. Fares Ziam by Decision (Unanimous) in round 3 at 5:00.

Fun fact: On the day Fares was born, "Can't Nobody Hold Me Down" by Puff Daddy was the #1 song in the country (Billboard). You can find out more fun Fares Ziam birthday facts.

Fares Ziam’s next fight: PENDING

We will answer the most frequently asked questions about Fares Ziam below.

Career & History

Fares Ziam stepped into the octagon at UFC Fight Night on July 22, 2023, where he showcased his skills and secured a victory by unanimous decision against Jai Herbert. This win added to his professional record, emphasizing his ability to outperform his opponents over the full distance of a fight.

Earlier, on September 3, 2022, at another UFC Fight Night, Ziam faced Michal Figlak and again emerged victorious, with the judges awarding him a unanimous decision after three rounds. However, his encounter with Terrance McKinney on February 26, 2022, ended differently, as Ziam was caught in a rear-naked choke and submitted in the first round.

Going back to UFC 263 on June 12, 2021, Ziam fought a tough match against Luigi Vendramini, which resulted in a majority decision win for Ziam after three rounds of combat. This win demonstrated his resilience and his ability to come out on top in closely contested battles.

His journey, however, has not been without setbacks. On September 7, 2019, at UFC 242, Ziam faced a challenging fight against Don Madge and, after three rounds, the judges decided in favor of his opponent, handing Ziam a unanimous decision loss. Each fight, win or lose, has been a step in the evolution of Ziam as a mixed martial artist.

Fares Ziam height and weight

Fares Ziam’s height is 6' 1" (1.85 m). He fights in the lightweight division. Fighters who fight in the lightweight class can weigh anywhere from pounds, but because of weight cutting, many MMA fighters walk around 10 – 30 lbs heavier than their weight class maximum limit.

Fares Ziam net worth

Fares Ziam’s net worth estimates may vary because it’s hard to predict his spending habits. Many popular fighters also receive pay-per-view cuts, money from sponsorships, and other “locker room” or special discretionary bonuses the UFC often pays, which are not reported to the public. We found multiple online sources that list Fares Ziam’s net worth; check out CelebsMoney. Net worth is calculated by adding anything of value and subtracting all of the liabilities.

Did you know: The average UFC fighter made $148,000 in 2020, up from average earnings of $146,000 in 2019, $138,000 in 2018, and $132,000 in 2017.

How old is Fares Ziam?

Fares Ziam’s age is 27 years old. He was born on Friday, March 21, 1997. Fares is turning 28 years old in .

Where is Fares Ziam from?

Fares Ziam was born in Venissieux, France.

What is Fares Ziam’s reach?

Fares Ziam’s reach is 75″ and leg reach is 42″.

Where does Fares Ziam rain?

Fares Ziam trains at Kill Cliff FC.

Who is Fares Ziam dating now?

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Fares Ziam facts

1. Fares Ziam’s birth sign is Aries.
2. He was born in the Year of the Ox.
3. Fares’s next birthday is in .
4. His wealth comes from being an MMA Fighter.
5. Fares Ziam was born in Millennials Generation (1997).
6. Ziam’s life path number is 5.
7. His ruling planet is Mars.
8. Fares Ziam’s birth flower is Daffodil.
9. His birthstone is Aquamarine.
10. Ziam has been alive for 9,891 days or 237,391 hours.

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