Jiri Prochazka is a Czech professional mixed martial artist and former amateur Muay Thai kickboxer. He currently competes in the UFC’s light heavyweight division.
Prochazka was born on October 14, 1992. His father died when he was 6. In his youth, the martial artist was an amateur footballer and freestyle BMX rider.
He first encountered mixed martial arts when his friend showed him videos of kickboxer Ramon Dekkers and mixed martial artists Mirko Filipovic and Fedor Emelianenko.
The film Never Back Down inspired him to learn Thai boxing.
Jiri Prochazka’s Net Worth Details
Prochazka’s net worth is estimated to be $1 million as of 2025. From his most recent UFC bout, the athlete earned $284,000, the biggest payout of his career. His base salary was $ 90,000 last match.
Career
Prochazka’s professional MMA debut was in the Gladiator Fighting Championship in 2012. He won the GCF Light Heavyweight championship the following year.
The fighter faced Satoshi Ishii in his promotional debut in World Grand Prix 2015 and won the match via TKO. In 2019, he earned the Rizin FF Light Heavyweight Championship defeating Muhammed Lawal.
In January 2020, Prochazka signed a contract with UFC. His professional UFC debut bout was against Volkan Oezdemir. He won that match via second-round TKO and was awarded Performance of the Night.
He is scheduled to face Glover Teixeira for the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship title. The bout was supposed to be held on May 7. But later was postponed to June 11, 2022, for an undisclosed purpose.
Prochazka is a striker with a violent and aggressive approach. His fighting style helps him dominate his opponents. As a result, he has bagged 28 wins with 25 by TKO from 32 professional matches he had.
In 2021, Fight Matrix ranked Prochazka 5th Light Heavyweight globally. As of May 4, 2021, he is also ranked 2nd in the UFC Light Heavyweight rankings.
The athlete trains at Jetsaam Gym in Brno under Martin Karaivanov and Jaroslav Hovězák.
Jiri Prochazka Personal Details
| Full Name | Jiří Procházka |
| Nickname | Denisa, The Czech Samurai, BJP |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Born | 14 October 1992 |
| Debut | 7 April 2012 |
| Height | 6 ft 3 in (191 cm) |
| Weight | 205 lb (93 kg) |
| Division | Light Heavyweight |
| Age | 29 |
| Birthplace | Hosteradice, Czech Republic |
| Residence | Brno, Czech Republic |
| Religion | N/A |
| Nationality | Czech |
| Net Worth | $1 million |
| Marital Status | Single |
| Father name | N/A |
| Mother name | N/A |
| Salary | $90,000 |
| Twitter Handle | @jiri_bjp |
| Instagram Handle | @jirkaprochazka |
Wife
Jiri Prochazka is currently single. He was previously in a relationship with a Czech lawyer, Kamila Kordulíková, but they broke up in 2020.
The martial artist is now fully dedicated to his UFC career and has recently expressed his desire to win gold.
FAQs
What is Jiri Prochazka’s full professional MMA record?
As of April 2024, Prochazka’s record stands at 30 wins, 4 losses, and 1 draw, with 26 wins by knockout.
What titles has Jiri Prochazka won in his MMA career?
Prochazka is the former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion. He won the title by defeating Glover Teixeira at UFC 275 in June 2022 but vacated it later due to injury.
He was also the inaugural Rizin FF and GCF Light Heavyweight Champion.
When and why did Jiri Prochazka vacate the UFC Light Heavyweight title?
Prochazka vacated the UFC title in November 2022 after suffering a severe shoulder injury that required surgery and recovery time.
He was scheduled to defend the belt against Glover Teixeira at UFC 282.
What is Jiri Prochazka’s fighting style and background?
Prochazka’s fighting style is rooted in Muay Thai, which he practiced from a young age. He won a Czech national championship in 2011 before transitioning to MMA.
How tall and heavy is Jiri Prochazka?
Prochazka stands 6’4″ (193 cm) tall and weighs around 205 lbs (93 kg), competing in the UFC’s light heavyweight division.
What is Jiri Prochazka’s nickname and its meaning?
Prochazka’s nickname is “BJP,” which stands for “Bomby Jak Pica” in Czech, roughly translating to “Bomb the Shit Out of ‘Em!”
Where was Jiri Prochazka born and raised?
He was born on October 14, 1992, in Hostěradice, Czech Republic, and raised in Brno, a nearby city.
Who is Jiri Prochazka’s head coach and training team?
Prochazka trains out of JETSAAM GYM BRNO under head coach Martin Karaivanov and coach Jaroslav Hovězák.
What is Jiri Prochazka’s biggest MMA win to date?
Prochazka’s biggest career win so far is his 5th-round rear-naked choke submission over Glover Teixeira at UFC 275 to capture the light heavyweight title.
What is next for Jiri Prochazka after his recent win over Aleksandar Rakic?
After his KO victory over Rakic at UFC 300, Prochazka is expected to get the next shot at the UFC light heavyweight title currently held by Alex Pereira in a rematch from their UFC 295 bout.
