Personal Information
Full Name | Stephen Randall Thompson |
Date of Birth | February 10, 1983 |
Nationality | United States |
Height | 6 ft 0 in |
Weight | 170 lb. |
Weight Class | Welterweight |
Reach | 75 |
Career Stats | 17-7-1 |
Status | Active |
Stephen Thompson: A Brief Biography
Stephen Thompson is a leading UFC fighter who has come close to winning a title multiple times, but somehow the title has always eluded them. One of the most popular UFC fighters, Stephen ‘Wonderboy’ Thompson, has fought several top names in the UFC, including Darren Till, Anthony Pettis, Tyron Woodley, and Rory MacDonald in the welterweight division of the UFC, and currently ranks No. 9 in the division's ranking.
Stephen Thompson Personal Information
Name | Steohen Randall Thompson |
Age | 41 |
DOB | February 11, 1983 |
Nationality | American |
Mother Name | Gloria Thompson |
Father name | Ray Thompson |
Profession | Professional Mixed Martial Artist |
Height | 1.83m |
Weight | 170 lb |
Relationship Status | Single |
Stephen Thompson's Early Life
Stephen Thompson was born to his parents on February 11, 1983, in Simpsonville, South Carolina, USA. He grew up among his siblings and was drawn toward combat sports from a very early age. Thompson started his training when he was just three years old; he went on to compete in kickboxing when he turned 15. Thompson eventually turned to professional mixed martial arts by making his debut in 2010.
Stephen Thompson's Personal Life
Stephen Thompson was born to Gloria Thompson and Ray Thompson. He has two siblings, one sister, and a brother named Tony Thompson. Stephen Thompson was encouraged and trained in combat sports by his father, Ray Thompson who himself is a former professional kickboxer and currently owns the Upstate Karate.
Stephen Thompso's Social Media
Stephen Thompson maintains his presence on multiple social media platforms to stay in touch with his global fanbase. His social media profiles can be accessed below:
Stephen Thompson's MMA Record
Stephen Thompson holds a professional mixed martial arts record of 17 wins, 7 losses, and one draw as of October 3, 2024.
25 matches | 17 wins | 7 losses |
By knockout | 8 | 1 |
By submission | 1 | 1 |
By decision | 8 | 5 |
Draws | 1 |
Stephen Thompson's Losses
Stephen Thompson suffered his first professional loss in mixed martial arts against Matt Brown at UFC 145. Recovering from the loss, Thompson went on to compile a multi-fight winning streak before it was snapped by Tyron Woodley by defeating him at UFC 209 resulting in Thompson's second loss. Winning a fight after the loss, Thompson suffered consecutive losses against Darren Till and Anthony Pettis at UFC Fight Night: Thompson vs. Till and at UFC Fight Night: Thompson vs. Pettis concerning his third, and fourth losses in the process. He returned to winning ways after the defeats and won consecutive fights before suffering consecutive losses against Gilbert Burns and Belal Muhammad at UFC 264 and UFC Fight Night: Lewis vs. Daukaus. The defeats took his losing tally to six, Thompson's seventh professional loss came against Shavkat Rakhmonov at UFC 296 when the undefeated Kazakh fighter submitted him in the second round.
Last updated on October 4, 2024
FAQs on Stephen Thompson
A. He is 41 years old as of October 4, 2024.
A. He has a professional MMA record of 17 wins, 7 losses, and one no-contest as of October 4, 2024.
A. He is nicknamed "Wonderboy."
A. He has an orthodox stance.
A. No, as of October 2024, he is yet to be a UFC champion.