Jun Young Hong

Overview

Jun Young Hong, known by the nickname “Drunken Red,” is one of South Korea’s most experienced lightweight veterans. Since turning professional in 2014, Hong has competed across numerous promotions including TFC, Double G FC, AFC, and Z-Fight Night, earning a reputation as a well-rounded mixed martial artist capable of winning both on the feet and on the ground. A longtime representative of Korean Zombie MMA, Hong has remained a fixture on the Korean regional scene while also competing internationally in Vietnam and Mongolia. His career has been defined by consistency, durability, and a willingness to face experienced opposition.

Early Life & Background

Publicly available information regarding Jun Young Hong’s early life and introduction to martial arts is limited. He was born on December 18, 1990, and fights out of Seoul, South Korea. Tapology lists his affiliation as Korean Zombie MMA, where he has trained throughout much of his professional career. Beyond those verified details, little has been publicly documented regarding his amateur background before turning professional.

Fighting Style

Striking

Jun Young Hong has earned professional victories by knockout, demonstrating competent boxing and finishing ability throughout his career. His victories have come across multiple weight classes, showing the ability to adapt against a variety of opponents rather than relying on a single style.

Grappling

Although recognized primarily as a striker, Jun Young Hong has also earned professional victories by submission. One of his most notable grappling performances came at AFC 29, where he submitted Alfiandi Galih with a first-round rear-naked choke to capture the vacant AFC Lightweight Championship.

Fight IQ

With more than a decade of professional experience, Jun Young Hong has competed against a wide variety of opponents across several organizations. His longevity reflects an ability to adapt to different styles and remain competitive throughout his career. This assessment is based on the breadth of his documented competition rather than assumptions about his tactical approach.

Professional Career

Hong made his professional debut in 2014 and steadily established himself on the Korean regional circuit. Early in his career he earned notable victories in Korean All MMA Association and Top Fighting Championship (TFC), including a split decision win over Han Guk Jung at TFC 12.

He continued to build his résumé through appearances in Double G FC, where he defeated Sang Won Kim via doctor stoppage at Double G 5, and later became a title contender in Angel’s Fighting Championship (AFC). At AFC 29 in Vietnam, Hong defeated Alfiandi Galih by first-round rear-naked choke to win the vacant AFC Lightweight Championship.

More recently, Hong has competed in Z-Fight Night, facing internationally experienced opposition including Nandin-Erdene Munguntsooj. His résumé reflects experience across South Korea, Vietnam, and Mongolia while consistently competing against high-level regional talent.

Career Highlights

• AFC Lightweight Champion
• Longtime representative of Korean Zombie MMA
• Victory over Han Guk Jung at TFC 12
• Victory over Sang Won Kim at Double G 5
• Submission victory over Alfiandi Galih to win the AFC Lightweight Championship
• Professional experience across TFC, Double G FC, AFC, and Z-Fight Night

Summary & Trajectory

Jun Young Hong’s career reflects the path of a true regional veteran. Rather than following a single promotional route, he has competed wherever opportunities arose, building a résumé across South Korea and Asia while remaining active for more than a decade.

Although he now competes as an experienced veteran, Hong continues to be a recognizable name on the Korean MMA circuit. His championship credentials, experience, and role in developing the Korean regional scene ensure that he remains a respected competitor.