Hyuk Min Ji

1. Overview

Hyuk Min Ji is one of the most exciting young prospects in Korean MMA. Competing under the nickname “Red Hawk,” Ji has rapidly emerged as a standout featherweight through impressive performances in Black Combat and RIZIN. Despite being only 20 years old, he has already compiled a professional record of 7-1 with every victory coming by knockout or technical knockout.

Representing Chuncheon Team MAD, Ji has become known for his aggressive style, finishing ability, and willingness to challenge experienced opposition. His victories over respected veterans and international opponents have positioned him among the most promising young fighters in Asia.

Fighter Record

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Record Sources

• Tapology Fighter Profile

2. Early Life & Background

Born on July 21, 2005, Hyuk Min Ji began his professional MMA career at an age when most fighters are still competing as amateurs. Training under the Team MAD system in Chuncheon, he quickly gained attention for his athleticism and finishing instincts.

By the age of 19, he had already established himself as one of Korea’s top featherweight prospects. In 2025, Fight Matrix ranked him as the top featherweight prospect in the world under the age of 19, highlighting the international attention he was beginning to receive.

3. Fighting Style

Striking

Striking is the foundation of Hyuk Min Ji’s success. Remarkably, all seven of his professional victories have come via knockout or technical knockout. His ability to finish opponents with punches, knees, and combinations makes him one of the most dangerous young strikers in Korean MMA.

His knockout victories over Yui Chul Nam, Koji Takeda, Felipe Pereira, and Shutaro Miyahira demonstrate both power and versatility.

Grappling

Hyuk Min Ji has not relied heavily on grappling throughout his professional career because of his striking success. While his offensive grappling remains relatively untested against elite competition, his takedown defense and ability to keep fights standing have been effective thus far.

Physical Attributes

At 5’9″, Ji possesses solid size for the featherweight division. Combined with his explosiveness and speed, he has consistently been able to overwhelm opponents with pressure and finishing ability.

Intangibles

What separates Ji from many prospects is his confidence. He has repeatedly accepted opportunities against experienced fighters despite his age and has consistently delivered under pressure. His willingness to compete internationally at a young age suggests a fighter who is eager to accelerate his development.

4. Professional Career

Early Success

Hyuk Min Ji made his professional debut in 2022 at only 16 years old, defeating Yoo Chan Son by TKO and immediately establishing himself as a prospect worth monitoring.

Black Combat Emergence

His rise accelerated through Black Combat, where he quickly became one of the promotion’s most promising young stars. Wins over Eun Bin Choi and Shutaro Miyahira demonstrated that he could consistently finish quality opposition.

RIZIN Breakthrough

One of the biggest moments of Ji’s career came at RIZIN World Series in Korea, where he upset Japanese veteran Koji Takeda via second-round TKO. The victory significantly elevated his profile and introduced him to a broader international audience.

Black Combat Star

Hyuk Min Ji continued building momentum with victories over veteran UFC fighter Yui Chul Nam and highly regarded Brazilian prospect Felipe Pereira. These wins solidified his status as one of the hottest prospects in Korean MMA.

Future Outlook

With a 7-1 record and a five-fight winning streak, Hyuk Min Ji appears positioned for larger international opportunities. His age, finishing rate, and rapid development make him one of the strongest UFC prospects currently competing in Korea.

5. Career Highlights

Major Accomplishments

• Black Combat Rising Star
• RIZIN World Series Winner
• Seven Professional Knockout Victories
• Team MAD Prospect

Notable Victories

• Koji Takeda
• Yui Chul Nam
• Felipe Pereira
• Shutaro Miyahira
• Eun Bin Choi

Career Milestones

• Professional debut at age 16
• RIZIN victory over Koji Takeda
• Black Combat victory over UFC veteran Yui Chul Nam
• Ranked among the world’s top teenage featherweight prospects

6. HanPunch Rating

Overall Grade: A

Striking ██████████ 94

Grappling ███████░░░ 72

Athleticism █████████░ 91

Durability ████████░░ 82

Fight IQ ████████░░ 84

Championship Potential ██████████ 96

Marketability █████████░ 88

OVERALL SCORE: 87

HanPunch Assessment

Hyuk Min Ji possesses one of the highest ceilings of any active Korean prospect.

The combination of youth, finishing ability, and international success is rare. His perfect knockout rate and victories over increasingly respected opposition suggest that he may eventually become a legitimate UFC-caliber fighter.

The biggest question remains how his grappling and overall game will hold up against elite international competition. However, based on his current trajectory, Ji is one of the most promising featherweight prospects Korea has produced in recent years.

7. Summary & Trajectory

Few fighters accomplish what Hyuk Min Ji has achieved before turning 21 years old.

He has already accumulated victories against established veterans, international competition, and highly regarded prospects while maintaining one of the most exciting finishing rates in Korean MMA. His success in Black Combat and RIZIN has placed him firmly on the radar of international scouts and fans.

If his development continues at its current pace, Ji has the potential to become one of the next Korean fighters to successfully transition onto the global stage.

8. Related Media & Articles

• Hyuk Min Ji Scores Viral KO After Heated Build‑Up, Silences Pereira in Seconds