Age, Biography and Wiki
Jimmie Rivera (James Ernesto Rivera) was born on 29 June, 1989 in Ramsey, New Jersey, United States, is an American mixed martial arts fighter. Discover Jimmie Rivera'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 34 years old?
| Popular As |
James Ernesto Rivera |
| Occupation |
N/A |
| Age |
34 years old |
| Zodiac Sign |
Cancer |
| Born |
29 June, 1989 |
| Birthday |
29 June |
| Birthplace |
Ramsey, New Jersey, United States |
| Nationality |
United States
|
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He is a member of famous Fighter with the age 34 years old group.
Jimmie Rivera Height, Weight & Measurements
At 34 years old, Jimmie Rivera height is 5ft 4in and Weight 135 lb.
| Physical Status |
| Height |
5ft 4in |
| Weight |
135 lb |
| Body Measurements |
Not Available |
| Eye Color |
Not Available |
| Hair Color |
Not Available |
Who Is Jimmie Rivera's Wife?
His wife is Samantha Rivera (m. 2017)
| Family |
| Parents |
Not Available |
| Wife |
Samantha Rivera (m. 2017) |
| Sibling |
Not Available |
| Children |
Not Available |
Jimmie Rivera Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Jimmie Rivera worth at the age of 34 years old? Jimmie Rivera’s income source is mostly from being a successful Fighter. He is from United States. We have estimated Jimmie Rivera'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 |
| House |
Not Available |
| Cars |
Not Available |
| Source of Income |
Fighter |
Jimmie Rivera Social Network
Timeline
Jimmie Rivera (born June 29, 1989) is an American professional mixed martial artist and bare-knuckle boxer, currently signed to Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC).
Prior to signing with BKFC, Rivera competed in the UFC's Bantamweight division, and achieved status as a top 5 UFC bantamweight contender.
Rivera has formerly competed for Bellator, the World Series of Fighting, CFFC and King of the Cage, where he was the KOTC Bantamweight Champion.
A native of Ramsey, New Jersey, Rivera was a former Ramsey High School wrestler.
A Tiger Schulmann MMA product, Jimmie Rivera started his career in 2007 when he was 18 years old.
After compiling an undefeated 7–0 record as an amateur within only two years, he moved to professional mixed martial arts.
As a professional, he fought only for New Jersey's promotion Ring of Combat before signing with Bellator in 2009.
Rivera made his debut on April 10, 2009, at Bellator 2 against Willie Gates.
Rivera won via submission in the third round.
Rivera faced Nick Garcia on June 12, 2009, at Bellator 11.
He defeated Garcia via unanimous decision.
Rivera faced Abel Cullum on September 17, 2010, for the KOTC flyweight title.
Rivera won via split decision (49-46 Rivera, 49-46 Rivera, 48-47 Cullum) after five rounds and became the new champion.
Rivera made a title defense against Jared Papazian on February 3, 2011.
After five rounds he won via unanimous decision and retained his belt.
Rivera appeared in the first episode of The Ultimate Fighter: Team Bisping vs. Team Miller.
He lost via TKO in the second round against Dennis Bermudez during the entry round.
Rivera returned to ROC on June 15, 2012, against Justin Hickey for the bantamweight title.
He won the title via unanimous decision (30–27, 30–27, 30–27) in a three-round match.
Rivera defended his belt once against Joel Roberts on September 14, 2012.
It was rescheduled to happen on April 27, 2012, but for undisclosed reasons the fight was scrapped.
Rivera faced Jesse Brock on December 7, 2012, at Bellator 83.
He won via unanimous decision (30–27, 30–27, 29–28).
He won via unanimous decision (30–27, 29–28, 29–28).
Rivera faced Sidemar Honório on September 14, 2013, at WSOF 5.
He was able to come through after taking a significant amount of damage in the first round, and managed to recover in the second and third rounds using his strength and wrestling skills.
Rivera won the fight via unanimous decision (30–27, 29–28, 29–28).
Rivera made his promotional debut and faced Marcus Brimage on July 18, 2015, at UFC Fight Night 72, replacing an injured Ian Entwistle.
He won the fight via KO in the first round.
Rivera faced Pedro Munhoz on November 7, 2015, at UFC Fight Night 77.
He won the fight via split decision.
Rivera faced Iuri Alcântara on January 30, 2016, at UFC on Fox 18.
He won the fight by unanimous decision.
The win also earned Rivera his first Fight of the Night bonus award.
Rivera faced Urijah Faber on September 10, 2016, at UFC 203.
He won the fight by unanimous decision.
Rivera was expected to face Bryan Caraway on January 15, 2017, at UFC Fight Night 103.
However, Caraway pulled out of the fight citing an injury, and Rivera rejected the replacement Marlon Vera due to the lack of rank and relevance in the division.
