Johny Hendricks

Johny “Bigg Rigg” Hendricks is the two-time NCAA Division I champion wrestler from Oklahoma State whose left hand made him a UFC welterweight contender. His 12-second knockout of Jon Fitch in 2011 earned him a shot at Georges St-Pierre at UFC 167.

He lost a disputed decision to GSP, then beat Robbie Lawler in 2014 for the vacant title and lost it back in their rematch. His career faded after weight-cutting issues and a move to middleweight. CagePotato covered the St-Pierre decision and his weight struggles.

Johny Hendricks fact file
Full nameJohny Hendricks
NicknameBigg Rigg
Date of birth
Place of birthAda, Oklahoma, USA
Organisations fought in
  • UFC
  • WEC
Accolades
  • UFC Welterweight Champion (2014)
  • Two-time NCAA Division I national champion wrestler (2005, 2006)

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