| Name | Makwan Amirkhani |
| Nickname | “Mr. Finland” |
| Birthdate | November 8, 1988 |
| Age | 36 |
| Place of Birth | Turku, Finland |
| Weightclass | 145 |
| Height | 5 ft, 10 in / 1.78 m |
| Weight | 145 lbs / 32 kg |
| Reach | 72″ / 183 cm |
| Leg Reach | 41″ |
| Stance | Southpaw |
| Style | Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu |
Makwan “Mr. Finland” Amirkhani is an MMA fighter who competes in the UFC featherweight division. He was born in Turku, Finland on Tuesday, November 8, 1988, and is currently 36 years old. Makwan trains and represents SBG Ireland. He made his first appearance in the Octagon on January 24, 2015 — 3,650 days ago.
Makwan Amirkhani’s record and next fight
Makwan Amirkhani has fought in over 21 professional MMA bouts. As of Jan. 2025, Makwan Amirkhani’s record is 16-5-0. One of those wins came by KO/TKO, 11 by submission, and the rest (4) by decision.
Makwan Amirkhani’s next fight: PENDING
His last fight was on Saturday, October 10, 2020 – 4 years ago – against Edson Barboza at UFC Fight Night 179: Moraes vs. Sandhagen. Makwan Amirkhani loss by Decision (Unanimous) in round 3 at 5:00.
Makwan Amirkhani’s height, reach, and weight
Makwan Amirkhani is 5' 10" tall with 72″ reach, and 41″ leg reach. The average reach is correlated to the fighter’s height. Did you know: Dan “The Sandman” Christison had the longest reach in the UFC at 85 inches.
Makwan weighs in at 145 lbs. Athletes who fight in UFC lightweight division may weigh anywhere from 136 – 145 pounds. Most MMA fighters are around 10 to 30 lbs heavier than their weight class limit.
Facts you need to know
Where is Makwan Amirkhani from?
Makwan Amirkhani is from Turku, Finland.
When is Makwan Amirkhani’s birthday?
Makwan Amirkhani is 36 years old. His next birthday is in
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What is Makwan Amirkhani fighting stance?
Makwan Amirkhani fights in a Southpaw stance. Southpaw
What is Makwan Amirkhani’s birth sign?
Makwan Amirkhani was born in the Year of a Dragon in Millennials Generation. Makwan’s birth sign is Scorpio, according to BirthdayAnswers.
Where does Makwan Amirkhani train?
Makwan Amirkhani currently trains out of SBG Ireland.
Makwan Amirkhani’s social media
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