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Erik Koch was born on 4 October, 1988 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States, is an American mixed martial arts fighter. Discover Erik Koch's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 35 years old?
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4 October |
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Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States |
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United States
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He is a member of famous Fighter with the age 35 years old group.
Erik Koch Height, Weight & Measurements
At 35 years old, Erik Koch height is 5ft 10in and Weight 170 lb.
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5ft 10in |
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170 lb |
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He is currently single. He is not dating anyone. We don't have much information about He's past relationship and any previous engaged. According to our Database, He has no children.
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Erik Koch Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Erik Koch worth at the age of 35 years old? Erik Koch’s income source is mostly from being a successful Fighter. He is from United States. We have estimated Erik Koch's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.
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$1 Million - $5 Million |
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Timeline
Erik Jon Koch (born October 4, 1988) is an American mixed martial artist who competed in the Welterweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
A professional competitor since 2007, he formerly competed for the WEC.
Koch was enrolled in Tae Kwon Do classes at the age of four, and reached his black belt by the age of ten, piquing his interest in MMA.
With help from his older brother, Keoni, who helps run an MMA gym in Iowa with Dave Sherzer (Hard Drive MMA), Erik started MMA-style striking and grappling before the age of 14.
Koch would later drop out of Washington High School (Cedar Rapids, Iowa) to pursue a professional career in mixed martial arts.
After compiling a 2–0 amateur record, Koch made his professional MMA debut in 2007.
Fighting primarily in Iowa, he amassed an undefeated streak of 8–0 before being signed to World Extreme Cagefighting.
Koch was scheduled to fight Wagnney Fabiano at WEC 43 on September 2, 2009, but was forced to withdraw from the bout due to an undisclosed injury while training.
Now Koch made his WEC debut against Jameel Massouh on December 19 for WEC 45.
Koch defeated Massouh via unanimous decision.
Koch was defeated by WEC newcomer Chad Mendes via unanimous decision on March 6, 2010, at WEC 47.
Koch rebounded from his first professional loss as he faced Bendy Casimir on June 20, 2010, at WEC 49.
Koch won via first-round triangle choke submission.
Koch was expected to face Josh Grispi on November 11, 2010, at WEC 52.
However, due to the UFC/WEC merger, the fight was scratched as Grispi was awarded a title fight with current WEC Featherweight Champion José Aldo to determine the inaugural UFC Featherweight Champion.
Koch defeated promotional newcomer Francisco Rivera via first-round TKO, earning Knockout of the Night honors.
On October 28, 2010, World Extreme Cagefighting merged with the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
As part of the merger, all WEC fighters were transferred to the UFC.
Koch was expected to face Cub Swanson on March 3, 2011, at UFC Live: Sanchez vs. Kampmann.
However Swanson was forced out of the bout with an injury.
He won the fight via first round knockout, earning Knockout of the Night honors.
Koch was expected to face Cub Swanson on July 2, 2011, at UFC 132.
However, Swanson was forced out of the bout with another injury.
Koch faced The Ultimate Fighter 12 winner Jonathan Brookins on September 17, 2011, at UFC Fight Night 25.
He won the fight via unanimous decision.
Koch was expected to face Dustin Poirier on February 4, 2012, at UFC 143.
However, Koch pulled out of the bout citing an injury and was replaced by Ricardo Lamas, who was then replaced by Max Holloway due to injury as well.
Koch was expected to face José Aldo for the UFC Featherweight Championship on July 21, 2012, at UFC 149.
However, Aldo was forced out of the bout citing an injury and the bout was postponed.
Koch was expected to face José Aldo on October 13, 2012, at UFC 153 for the UFC Featherweight Championship.
However, Koch was forced out of the bout with another injury and replaced by Frankie Edgar.
He lost via TKO in the second round.
He lost the fight via unanimous decision.
After two consecutive losses, Koch returned to lightweight and faced Rafaello Oliveira on February 22, 2014, at UFC 170.
He won the fight by TKO in the first round.