Age, Biography and Wiki
Riki Fukuda was born on 6 January, 1981 in Gifu, Japan, is a Japanese mixed martial arts fighter. Discover Riki Fukuda'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 43 years old?
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43 years old |
| Zodiac Sign |
Capricorn |
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6 January 1981 |
| Birthday |
6 January |
| Birthplace |
Gifu, Japan |
| Nationality |
Japan
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Riki Fukuda Height, Weight & Measurements
At 43 years old, Riki Fukuda height is 6ft 0in and Weight 84 kg.
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6ft 0in |
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84 kg |
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Not Available |
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Dating & Relationship status
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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Riki Fukuda Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Riki Fukuda worth at the age of 43 years old? Riki Fukuda’s income source is mostly from being a successful Fighter. He is from Japan. We have estimated Riki Fukuda's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.
| Net Worth in 2024 |
$1 Million - $5 Million |
| Salary in 2024 |
Under Review |
| Net Worth in 2023 |
Pending |
| Salary in 2023 |
Under Review |
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Not Available |
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Fighter |
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Timeline
Riki Fukuda (福田 力), is a Japanese mixed martial artist currently competing in the Middleweight division.
At the All Japan University Championships, he placed third in 2002 and second in 2003 in his weight class.
Fukuda then joined Fighting World of Japan Pro Wrestling and made his professional wrestling debut in March 2003.
In his professional mixed martial arts debut at SuperBrawl, Fukuda surprised many by taking Joe Doerksen to decision.
Over the years, he has worked for the Japanese promotions Shooto, Pancrase and K-1.
A professional competitor since 2004, he has formerly competed for the UFC, EliteXC, DEEP, DREAM, K-1 (MMA), Shooto, and Pancrase.
Currently, he runs an izakaya-style restaurant in Leiden, The Netherlands.
Fukuda was a member of the Yamanashi Gakuin University's wrestling team.
In February 2007, he made his debut in the EliteXC promotion at EliteXC Destiny.
He then lost a close decision to Joey Villasenor on the September 15, 2007 EliteXC: Uprising card.
Fukuda fought at DREAM.8 as a late replacement for Yoon Dong-sik, where he defeated Murilo Rua by unanimous decision.
At DEEP 42, Riki defeated Yuichi Nakanishi via unanimous decision to become the DEEP Middleweight Champion.
At DEEP 49, Riki successfully defended the title against Ryuta Sakurai winning the fight via TKO due to knees.
During his bout with Sakurai, Fukuda was able to push the pace, causing Sakurai to fall out of the cage twice.
In the first round, Fukuda successfully completed a takedown, but in the process Sakurai fell out of the ring and hit his face on the bell.
In the second round, Fukuda landed a knee to the midsection which cause Sakurai to fall, but as he fell he landed on the ground outside the ring; head first.
Fukuda was given the victory by TKO, when Sakurai was not able to continue from the head injury.
In October 2010, it was revealed Fukuda had signed with the UFC.
Fukuda made his promotional debut against TUF 11 alumni, Nick Ring on February 27, 2011, at UFC 127.
Fukuda lost his UFC debut by a controversial unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28).
All three judges gave Ring the first two rounds with Fukuda winning the final round, despite controlling all three rounds with takedowns.
Despite the loss on the scorecards, UFC president Dana White felt Fukuda won the bout and stated on his Twitter account that both fighters would be paid a win bonus.
Fukuda was expected to face Rafael Natal on August 6, 2011, at UFC 133.
However, Fukuda was forced out of the bout due to a knee injury sustained in a car accident and replaced by Costas Philippou.
Fukuda defeated Cantwell via unanimous decision.
Fukuda lost to Costas Philippou on July 7, 2012, at UFC 148 via unanimous decision.
Fukuda next defeated Tom DeBlass via unanimous decision on November 10, 2012, at UFC on Fuel TV 6.
Fukuda faced Brad Tavares on March 3, 2013, at UFC on Fuel TV 8 and lost via unanimous decision.
Fukuda was subsequently released from the organization after testing positive for banned substances during his post fight drug screening.
It was later revealed to be linked to over the counter cold medicine Fukuda had taken when he fell ill during his process of making weight for the bout.
In August 2013, Fukuda signed with South Korea based promotion ROAD FC.
Fukuda faced Hee Seung Kim in his debut bout at Road FC: Korea 1 on January 18, 2014.
He won the fight via second-round TKO.
Fukuda then faced Dong Sik-Yoon at Road FC 16 on July 26, 2014.
He won the fight via TKO, extending his post-UFC record to 2–0.
In his next fight, Fukuda faced Dool Hee Lee at Road FC 19 on November 9, 2014.
Fukuda controlled the first round, however, the fight was declared a no-contest in the second round, due to accidental groin shots.
