Isaac Thomson, a 21-year-old Australian mixed martial artist, has impressed the coaches at Team Alpha Male and is ready for a shot in the UFC, with a tentative spot on the Contender Series and the belief that he can compete with high-level fighters.
Isaac Thomson, a 21-year-old Australian mixed martial artist, is making waves in the MMA world. Despite only having six pro fights under his belt, Thomson has caught the attention of top fighters and trainers, including UFC star Urijah Faber. Faber believes Thomson is ready for the UFC and has even spoken to UFC matchmaker Sean Shelby about him. While there are plans for Thomson to appear on the Contender Series, Faber is confident that Thomson could step into a short-notice UFC fight and succeed.
Thomson comes from a fighting family, with both of his parents involved in combat sports. His mother was a professional Muay Thai fighter, and Thomson has been competing in karate, Muay Thai, and jiu-jitsu matches since he was young. At the age of 15, Thomson visited Team Alpha Male in Sacramento, California, for training and was immediately welcomed by the team. He eventually moved to California full-time at the age of 18 to train with some of the best fighters in the sport.
However, Thomson’s journey hasn’t been without its challenges. After a successful start to his professional career, he suffered his first loss in 2021. This loss led him to take a year off from fighting to focus on improving his wrestling skills, which he felt were lacking. With the guidance of Faber and his mentors at Team Alpha Male, Thomson dedicated himself to wrestling, participating in tournaments and refining his skills. The break proved to be the right decision, as Thomson has since gone on a winning streak in 2023, with a record of 3-0.
Thomson’s latest fight is scheduled for October 27th, where he will face A.J. Robb at LFA 170. This fight presents an opportunity for Thomson to showcase his skills and catch the attention of the UFC. Faber emphasizes the importance of Thomson’s growth, not only in terms of skills but also in his ability to go the distance in a fight. Going a full 15 minutes and winning a decision was a significant milestone for Thomson and demonstrated his conditioning and abilities.
Thomson’s success and determination have him on the radar of the UFC. With each victory, the spotlight shines a bit brighter on him, and it’s only a matter of time before he gets his shot in the world’s premier MMA organization.