Aljamain Sterling 2023 – Net Worth, Salary, Records and Endorsements

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Aljamain Sterling is a top UFC fighter who competes in the bantamweight division of the promotion – here is everything you need to know about his net worth, salary, records and endorsements

Aljamain Sterling 2023: Net Worth, Salary, Personal Life, and More
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Aljamain Sterling facts

Birth PlaceUniondale, New York, US
Father’s NameCleveland Sterling
Mother’s NameSophie Sterling
Star SignLeo
Net Worth (2023)$2 million (estimated)
Last Fight Earnings$792,000 (estimated)
Age33
Date of BirthJuly 31, 1989
EducationMorrisville State College
NationalityAmerican
MMA DebutApril 22, 2011
MMA Record23-3
DivisionsBantamweight
AchievementsUFC bantamweight champion
GirlfriendRebecca Cruz
ChildrenNA
EndorsementsBodyArmor, Draft kings, P3, Everlast, Trojan, Findlay Toyota, Speedy Bear.
Social MediaInstagram, Twitter, Facebook

Aljamain Sterling net worth and payouts

According to reports from the Sports Daily, Aljamain Sterling has earned close to $2 Million from his MMA bouts so far.

He has a net worth of approximately $2 million.

Aljamain Sterling nickname Funk Master
Aljamain Sterling (Lasseur)

In his fight against Petr Yan (1), Sterling earned a mouthwatering $792,000 (estimated). It was one of the biggest fight deals of his MMA career.

His next win over Henry Cejudo at UFC 288 saw him make over $1.35 million.

Aljamain Sterling MMA career and UFC record

Sterling’s first professional fight in MMA took place in April 2011 when he defeated Sergio da Silva at UCC 4: Supremacy. In only his third professional fight, Sterling won the Ring of Combat Bantamweight Championship.

In his 5th fight, Sterling won the CFFC Bantamweight Championship and defended it three times in a row before signing for the UFC. All of his three CFFC title defences were won via submission (rear-naked choke).

Sterling’s first fight in the UFC took place in February 2014 and he came out victorious by defeating Cody Gibson via unanimous decision in three rounds. He continued his impressive win streak by beating the likes of Hugo Viana, Takeya Mizugaki and Johnny Eduardo.

In May 2016, Sterling suffered the first loss of his UFC and MMA career when he lost via decision to Bryan Caraway. Sterling then lost his second UFC bout in a row the following year against Raphael Assuncao.

Aljamain Sterling won the UFC Bantamweight title thanks to an Illegal knee from Petr Yan
Aljamain Sterling reacts after winning the title at UFC 259 (UFC)

But he got back to winning ways in the Octagon by beating Augusto Mendes and Renan Barao. Sterling suffered his third UFC defeat in December 2017 against Marlon Moraes.

However, he has remained unbeaten ever since then. Sterling is currently on a six-fight win streak, beating the likes of Brett Johns, Cody Stamann, Jimmie Rivera, Pedro Munhoz, Cory Sandhagen and Petr Yan. A victory in his last fight over Yan won Sterling the Bantamweight title.

Over the course of his MMA career, Sterling has won 23 out of the 26 fights that he had fought. In the UFC, Sterling has a 15-3 record so far.

Aljamain Sterling personal life, family and endorsements

The reigning UFC Bantamweight champion is currently in a relationship with long-term girlfriend Rebecca Cruz. Aljamain and Rebecca have been together for more than a decade. The couple began dating in 2011 and celebrate their anniversary on January 2nd every year.

Sterling has already claimed that Cruz is on course to be his wife. But the couple does not have any children together as of yet.

Given his status as a UFC champion, Sterling has a number of top brands that he is associated with at the moment. He is currently in partnership with BodyArmor, Draftkings, P3. Also, some of his sponsors include Everlast, Trojan, Findlay Toyota and Speedy Bear.

FAQs about Aljamain Sterling

What is Aljamain Sterling’s net worth?

Aljamain Sterling’s net worth is approximately $2 million.

When was Aljamain Sterling born?

Aljamain Sterling was born on the 31st of July, 1989.

Where was Aljamain Sterling born?

Aljamain Sterling was born in Uniondale, New York, US.

Who is Aljamain Sterling married to?

Aljamain Sterling is currently in a long-term relationship with Rebecca Cruz.

How many children does Aljamain Sterling have?

Aljamain Sterling has no children as of yet.

When did Aljamain Sterling make his UFC debut?

Aljamain Sterling made his UFC debut on April 22nd, 2011 against Sergio da Silva.

What is Aljamain Sterling’s MMA record?

Aljamain Sterling’s MMA record is 23 wins and 3 losses.

How tall is Aljamain Sterling?

Aljamain Sterling is 5 ft 7 in (1.70m)

How much does Aljamain Sterling weigh?

Aljamain Sterling weighs 135 lbs (61 kg)

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