- Name
- Da Woon Jung
- Nationality
South Korea- Weight Class
- Light Heavyweight
- Nickname
- Sseda
- Fighting Out Of
- Daegu, South Korea
- Height
- 6'4" (194cm)
- Reach
- 78.5"
- Weight
- 205 lbs
- Affiliated Gym
- Korean Top Team
- Birthday
- December 18, 1993
- Age
- 32
Overview
Da Woon Jung is a South Korean light heavyweight mixed martial artist known for competing in the UFC and previously holding the HEAT Light Heavyweight Championship.
Fighter Record
Tapology: https://www.tapology.com/fightcenter/fighters/103262-da-un-jung
Early Life and Background
Born December 7, 1993 in Daegu, South Korea. He began competing professionally in 2015 across East Asian regional promotions.
Fighting Style and Strengths
Striking
Documented for high finishing ability with eleven knockout victories. Uses elbows and long‑range striking effectively due to his height and reach.
Grappling
Holds a blue belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Has two submission wins including a standing guillotine in his UFC debut.
Attributes
Height 6 ft 3 in. Reach 78.5 in. Competes at light heavyweight. Known for durability and power.
Intangibles
Shows composure in extended exchanges. Demonstrated resilience in long fights including a split draw against Sam Alvey.
Professional Career
Began in 2015 and won the HEAT Light Heavyweight Championship. Debuted in UFC in 2019 with a submission win over Khadis Ibragimov. Earned additional UFC wins over Mike Rodriguez, William Knight, and Kennedy Nzechukwu. Faced ranked competition including Dustin Jacoby, Devin Clark, Carlos Ulberg, and Oumar Sy.
Key Career Highlights
- HEAT Light Heavyweight Champion
- UFC debut win via standing guillotine
- Knockout win over Mike Rodriguez in 64 seconds
Personality and Public Image
Known for a quiet, disciplined demeanor and strong work ethic within Korean Top Team.
Legacy and Trajectory
Recognized as one of South Korea’s most physically imposing MMA athletes with a career spanning UFC and major Asian promotions. Currently on a four fight losing streak as of 2024.
Summary
Da Woon Jung is a proven South Korean light heavyweight with championship credentials and a history of high level competition.
