Cub Swanson

Cub Swanson was born on November 2, 1983, in Palm Springs, United States. Cub “Killer” Swanson was born in the Millennials Generation and is currently 40 years old. He is a UFC fighter who competes in the featherweight division. He made his Octagon debut 4,541 days ago, on November 12, 2011. Swanson trains at UFC Gym Costa Mesa.

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As of April 2024, Cub Swanson’s pro record is 29-13-0, with 13 of those wins coming by knockout, 4 by submission, and the rest by a decision. Swanson has fought in over 42 professional MMA bouts, and his last fight was 8 months ago against Hakeem Dawodu at UFC on ESPN 51: Luque vs. dos Anjos. The fight was on Saturday, August 12, 2023. Cub Swanson by Decision (Unanimous) in round 3 at 5:00.

Fun fact: On the day Cub was born, "Islands in the Stream" by Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton was the #1 song in the country (Billboard). You can find out more fun Cub Swanson birthday facts.

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Career & History

Cub Swanson’s journey through the octagon is marked by a mix of triumphs and setbacks, showcasing the resilience of a seasoned fighter. As of August 12, 2023, he clinched a unanimous decision against Hakeem Dawodu at UFC on ESPN, adding another victory to his record. However, the road before this win was rocky; on October 15, 2022, at UFC Fight Night, Swanson faced defeat when Jonathan Martinez finished the fight with strikes in the second round.

The year prior, Swanson had displayed his knockout power at UFC Fight Night on December 18, 2021, by stopping Darren Elkins with strikes early in the first round. This was a bounce-back from a tough loss to Giga Chikadze at UFC on ESPN on May 1, 2021, where Swanson was put to a halt with strikes just over a minute into the fight. Swanson’s punch power shone through once again at UFC 256 on December 12, 2020, where he knocked out Daniel Pineda in the second round.

Throughout 2019 and 2018, Swanson’s resilience was tested through a series of challenging bouts. He outmaneuvered Kron Gracie to a unanimous decision win at UFC Fight Night on October 12, 2019, but earlier that year, he was edged out in a split decision by Shane Burgos on May 4. The preceding year saw a tough phase, with submissions at the hands of Renato Moicano and Brian Ortega at UFC 227 and UFC Fight Night respectively, and a unanimous decision loss to Frankie Edgar.

Swanson’s career also highlights victories that have etched his name in the annals of MMA lore. His unanimous decision win over Artem Lobov at UFC Fight Night on April 22, 2017, and another unanimous decision against Dooho Choi at UFC 206 were high points. Going further back, Swanson showcased his striking prowess with knockout wins over Charles Oliveira, Ross Pearson, and George Roop in 2012, and a submission loss to Ricardo Lamas in his UFC debut back on November 12, 2011, all of which have contributed to the storied tapestry of his fighting career.

Cub Swanson height and weight

Cub Swanson’s height is 5' 8" (1.73 m). He fights in the featherweight division. Fighters who fight in the featherweight 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.

Cub Swanson net worth

Cub Swanson’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 Cub Swanson’s net worth; check out CelebsMoney. Net worth is calculated by adding anything of value and subtracting all of the liabilities.

Did you know: In 2001, the UFC was purchased by Zuffa for $2 million, In 2016, it was resold for $4.2 billion to Endeavor (then WME–IMG).

How old is Cub Swanson?

Cub Swanson’s age is 40 years old. He was born on Wednesday, November 2, 1983. Cub is turning 41 years old in .

Where is Cub Swanson from?

Cub Swanson was born in Palm Springs, United States.

What is Cub Swanson’s reach?

Cub Swanson’s reach is 70″ and leg reach is 38″.

Where does Cub Swanson rain?

Cub Swanson trains at UFC Gym Costa Mesa.

Who is Cub Swanson dating now?

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Cub Swanson facts

1. Cub Swanson’s birth sign is Scorpio.
2. He was born in the Year of the Pig.
3. Cub’s next birthday is in .
4. His wealth comes from being an MMA Fighter.
5. Cub Swanson was born in Millennials Generation (1983).
6. Swanson’s life path number is 7.
7. His ruling planet is Pluto.
8. Cub Swanson’s birth flower is Chrysanthemum.
9. His birthstone is Topaz and Citrine.
10. Swanson has been alive for 14,778 days or 354,680 hours.

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