Duquesnoy has signed with the UFC, and is expected to feature at bantamweight in his first fight for the franchise.
The Frenchman is a huge prospect in MMA having become the first ever BAMMA two-weight champion; news of the Lens native signing to the world’s premier MMA franchise has been a long time coming, but it is no doubt exciting for a thriving 135 lb division.
Following weeks of protracted negotiations, Duquesnoy (14-1 MMA) it is announced, is now an employee the UFC. Cody Garbrandt, Dominick Cruz & TJ Dillashaw et al, will all have their eyes on the 23 year old to see if he can make a successful jump to the big time.
Duquesnoy confirmed the news on Monday, via his Facebook page:
Duquesnoy has 16 pro bouts under his belt, with 14 wins and one no-contest. His only loss in MMA came to UFC’s Makwan Amirkhani in February 2013.
Duquesnoy is undefeated in 11 bouts, and was the BAMMA featherweight and bantamweight champion prior to fulfilling his contract in 2016. The Frenchman is synonymous with Conor McGregor in the sense of being a UFC signee subsequent to holding titles in two divisions while fighting for a European-based promotion.
There is no doubt that this most recent addition will bring a spectacular skill set to the promotion. Watch this space.
Duquesnoy has signed with the UFC, and is expected to feature at bantamweight in his first fight for the franchise.
The Frenchman is a huge prospect in MMA having become the first ever BAMMA two-weight champion; news of the Lens native signing to the world’s premier MMA franchise has been a long time coming, but it is no doubt exciting for a thriving 135 lb division.
Following weeks of protracted negotiations, Duquesnoy (14-1 MMA) it is announced, is now an employee the UFC. Cody Garbrandt, Dominick Cruz & TJ Dillashaw et al, will all have their eyes on the 23 year old to see if he can make a successful jump to the big time.
Duquesnoy confirmed the news on Monday, via his Facebook page:
🇺🇸 I signed with UFC.. I can not wait to step into the cage and compete against the best in the game .. I will let you…
Duquesnoy has 16 pro bouts under his belt, with 14 wins and one no-contest. His only loss in MMA came to UFC’s Makwan Amirkhani in February 2013.
Duquesnoy is undefeated in 11 bouts, and was the BAMMA featherweight and bantamweight champion prior to fulfilling his contract in 2016. The Frenchman is synonymous with Conor McGregor in the sense of being a UFC signee subsequent to holding titles in two divisions while fighting for a European-based promotion.
There is no doubt that this most recent addition will bring a spectacular skill set to the promotion. Watch this space.
MMA is banned in Duquesnoy’s homeland of France, however many expect “Fire Kid” to go all the way to the top of the world in the UFC.
While we await confirmation from the UFC that Duquesnoy has in fact signed on with the promotion, MMA News looks at the most promising fighter to emerge from Europe since fellow featherweight Conor McGregor.
“Fire Kid” was born and raised in Lens, France, and entered his MMA career as a 12 year old when his father enrolled him into a sambo class.This was proven to be a smart move, as Duquesnoy developed an obsession with boxing, wrestling, Muay Thai and MMA in general.
The Frenchman’s father, who supported him ardently from day one, then financially backed his son for 12 months in Paris as an 18 year old. The young fighter developed swiftly in MMA, eventually amassing a 7-1 amateur record prior to turning professional. Duquesnoy won championships in Belgium Beatdown and Killacam Promotion prior to signing with British MMA promotion BAMMA in 2013. The Jackson-Wink MMA fighter has only been defeated once, losing to UFC featherweight prospect Makwan Amirkhani in February 2013, and has a professional MMA record of 14-1.
Duquesnoy has run through all of his opponents since his loss in 2013, and is the first ever BAMMA two weight world champion. The man who fights at bantamweight and featherweight is the epitome of the ever-evolving MMA fighter, with a varied skill-set encompassing more than just the raw fundamentals required to enter the octagon. In 14 wins, 10 are KOs, with the remaining 4 coming via subs; 6 of the Lens native’s 14 wins have come in the first round.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uBZxz8W55Qc
Conjecture is that Duquesnoy will make his UFC debut sooner, rather than later. At just 23, Duquesnoy has time and an abundance talent on his side. What division he will enter the UFC ranks in is yet to be decided, but the vast wealth of talent in the existing ranks of bantamweight and featherweight are enough to test a man who many believe can go right to the top of the tree.
France’s ban of MMA will certainly come under more ridicule should Duquesnoy fulfil his potential, and become one of the world’s premier UFC stars. This could hopefully persuade France to overturn a ban on the sport, given that one of their sons has achieved a high profile in the world’s chief MMA promotion.
MMA is banned in Duquesnoy’s homeland of France, however many expect “Fire Kid” to go all the way to the top of the world in the UFC.
While we await confirmation from the UFC that Duquesnoy has in fact signed on with the promotion, MMA News looks at the most promising fighter to emerge from Europe since fellow featherweight Conor McGregor.
“Fire Kid” was born and raised in Lens, France, and entered his MMA career as a 12 year old when his father enrolled him into a sambo class.This was proven to be a smart move, as Duquesnoy developed an obsession with boxing, wrestling, Muay Thai and MMA in general.
The Frenchman’s father, who supported him ardently from day one, then financially backed his son for 12 months in Paris as an 18 year old. The young fighter developed swiftly in MMA, eventually amassing a 7-1 amateur record prior to turning professional. Duquesnoy won championships in Belgium Beatdown and Killacam Promotion prior to signing with British MMA promotion BAMMA in 2013. The Jackson-Wink MMA fighter has only been defeated once, losing to UFC featherweight prospect Makwan Amirkhani in February 2013, and has a professional MMA record of 14-1.
Duquesnoy has run through all of his opponents since his loss in 2013, and is the first ever BAMMA two weight world champion. The man who fights at bantamweight and featherweight is the epitome of the ever-evolving MMA fighter, with a varied skill-set encompassing more than just the raw fundamentals required to enter the octagon. In 14 wins, 10 are KOs, with the remaining 4 coming via subs; 6 of the Lens native’s 14 wins have come in the first round.
Conjecture is that Duquesnoy will make his UFC debut sooner, rather than later. At just 23, Duquesnoy has time and an abundance talent on his side. What division he will enter the UFC ranks in is yet to be decided, but the vast wealth of talent in the existing ranks of bantamweight and featherweight are enough to test a man who many believe can go right to the top of the tree.
France’s ban of MMA will certainly come under more ridicule should Duquesnoy fulfil his potential, and become one of the world’s premier UFC stars. This could hopefully persuade France to overturn a ban on the sport, given that one of their sons has achieved a high profile in the world’s chief MMA promotion.
Reigning BAMMA featherweight and bantamweight champion Tom Duquesnoy (14-1) looks to be bound for the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). L’Avenir (via SevereMMA.com) is reporting that “Fire Kid” is looking to finalize the deal in a few days.
Duquesnoy has been on a tear and hasn’t lost since Feb. 2013 to current UFC fighter Makwan Amirkhani. The fighter out of France captured the BAMMA featherweight title back in April 2014 against Teddy Violet.
One belt wasn’t enough for the “Fire Kid” as he fought for the bantamweight title two years later. He knocked out Shay Walsh in the first round to become a two-division champ.
If the report is true, Duquesnoy will step inside the Octagon for the first time on April 15 at an unannounced event.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uBZxz8W55Qc
Reigning BAMMA featherweight and bantamweight champion Tom Duquesnoy (14-1) looks to be bound for the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). L’Avenir (via SevereMMA.com) is reporting that “Fire Kid” is looking to finalize the deal in a few days.
Duquesnoy has been on a tear and hasn’t lost since Feb. 2013 to current UFC fighter Makwan Amirkhani. The fighter out of France captured the BAMMA featherweight title back in April 2014 against Teddy Violet.
One belt wasn’t enough for the “Fire Kid” as he fought for the bantamweight title two years later. He knocked out Shay Walsh in the first round to become a two-division champ.
If the report is true, Duquesnoy will step inside the Octagon for the first time on April 15 at an unannounced event.
