Michael Bisping, former UFC fighter, is considered to be the greatest mixed martial artist to have ever represented the United Kingdom, and here is all you need to know about him including his net worth, salary, records and endorsements
Michael Bisping facts
| Birth Place | Nicosia, Cyprus |
| Father’s Name | Jan Konrad Bisping |
| Mother’s Name | Kathleen Armkage |
| Star Sign | Pisces |
| Net Worth (2021) | $9 million |
| Last Fight Earnings | $270,000 (2017) |
| Salary | $75,000 per event |
| Age | 42 |
| Date of Birth | February 28, 1979 |
| Education | St Augustine’s Roman Catholic High School, Billington |
| Nationality | British |
| MMA Debut | April 10, 2004 |
| MMA Record | 30-9 (Retired) |
| Career end | November 2017 |
| Divisions | Middleweight/Light-Heavyweight |
| Achievements | Former UFC Middleweight Champion and UFC Hall of Famer |
| Partner | Rebecca Bisping |
| Children | Callum Bisping, Lucas Bisping and Ellie Bisping |
| Endorsements | Sanabul |
| Social Media | Instagram, Twitter |
Michael Bisping, the Englishman considered to be the best mixed martial artist to have come from the United Kingdom. He retired from the sport in 2018.
Michael Bisping Net Worth and Payouts
Michael Bisping has a net worth of $9 million, earned primarily through his MMA career, and also as an actor and analyst.
His biggest payday in the UFC was against Georges St-Pierre in 2017 – he made $540,000 that night.
For his first fight against Josh Haynes he earned $20,000.
Michael Bisping MMA Career and UFC Record
Michael Bisping made his MMA debut on the 10th of April, 2004 at Pride&Glory 2: Battle of the Ages, against Steve Mathews.
‘The Count’ predominantly fought in the United Kingdom until he went 10-0 up in his MMA career. He eventually won the Cage Warriors Light-heavyweight Championship and defending it thrice before moving to the UFC.
Bisping made his UFC debut on the 24th of June, 2006 at The Ultimate Fighter: Team Ortiz vs Team Shamrock Finale.
He beat Josh Haynes via. TKO in the second round. 6 months later, Bisping made his promotional debut at UFC 66 against Eric Schafer and earned yet another TKO victory.
The Brit suffered his first-ever defeat at the hands of Rashad Evans at UFC 78. He lost via. split decision.
Following a three-fight win streak, Bisping suffered the first KO loss of his career, against Dan Henderson at UFC 100. At UFC 110, Bisping lost to Wanderlei Silva, before going on a four-fight win streak.
Bisping then lost to Chael Sonnen and Vitor Belfort in quick succession. A three-fight win streak after a loss against Luke Rockhold, earned Bisping a shot at the middleweight title.
This time it was against Rockhold himself, who had become the middleweight champion after beating Chris Weidman in 2015.
At UFC 199, Bisping defeated Rockhold in the very first round via. KO to win the middleweight championship, thereby becoming the first British UFC champion.
He then defended his title once in a rematch against Dan Henderson at UFC 204, before losing it to the legendary Georges St-Pierre at UFC 217.
Bisping then lost to Kelvin Gastelum in November 2017 – a devastating KO loss. He retired from the sport following this fight. His MMA record read 30 wins and 9 losses.
On the 5th of July, 2019 Bisping was inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame.
In 2013, Bisping suffered a retinal detachment when he succumbed to a head kick loss against Vitor Belfort at UFC on FX: Belfort vs Bisping. He has vision only in one eye.
Michael Bisping other ventures
In December 2018, Bisping announced that he would be commentating for the UFC. And since 2019, Bisping features as the main commentator for UFC Fight Nights. He reportedly makes $75,000 per event.
Bisping is also an actor. He has had notable roles in films like XXX: Return of Xander Cage, Den of Thieves, Triple Threat and a few others.
The Brit is considered by many to be one of the greatest trash talker of all time.
Michael Bisping Family, Personal Life and Endorsements
Michael Bisping was born on the 28th of February, 1979 at the British Military Base in Nicosia, Cyprus to parents Jan Konrad Bisping and Kathleen Armkage.
He is married to an Australian woman – Rebecca Bisping. Together they have three children, two sons – Callum Bisping and Lucas Bisping, a daughter – Ellie Bisping. Callum is a well-accomplished wrestler.
FAQs about Michael Bisping
Michael Bisping has a net worth of $9 million.
Michael Bisping was born on the 28th of February, 1979.
Michael Bisping was born in the British Military Base in Nicosia, Cyprus.
Michael Bisping’s parents are Jan Konrad Bisping and Kathleen Armkage.
Michael Bisping is married to Rebecca Bisping.
Michael Bisping has three children, two sons – Callum and Lucas, and one daughter – Ellie.
Michael Bisping made his MMA debut on the 10th of April, 2004.
Michael Bisping’s MMA record is 30 wins and 9 losses.
Michael Bisping was inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame in July 2019.
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