Introduction
Former UFC lightweight champion and MMA legend Frankie Edgar has left an unbeatable imprint in the sport. Edgar went on to become one of the more legendary fighters in history, as he showed incredible toughness, an iron chin and a willingness to campaign at various weights during his journey through the UFC. A look into his fight history wins and losses, family life, latest news and more.
Fight Statistics
- Total Fights: 35
- Wins: 24
- By KO/TKO: 7
- By Submission: 4
- By Decision: 13
- Losses: 11
- By KO/TKO: 5
- By Decision: 6
Early Life and Background
Charles Milander (2) Oct 25, 1988, Born Oct. Frankie, a lover of both wrestling and coming from a humble background, took his love of wrestling to greater heights. His wrestling talent in high school led him to get accepted into collegiate wrestling at Clarion University located in Pennsylvania. Much of Edgar’s grappling in his MMA success is rooted in what would be a very strong fighting career.
MMA Career and Fight Record
Frankie Edgar’s professional MMA career began in 2005. Known for his relentless work ethic, Edgar quickly gained a reputation as one of the most durable and adaptable fighters in the game. Below is a list of his notable fights:
Details: After a legendary career, Edgar’s final fight was a tough loss, marking the end of his professional journey inside the octagon.
Debut Fight: Tyson Griffin
Date: February 3, 2007
Result: Win by unanimous decision
Details: This fight earned Fight of the Night honors and showcased Edgar’s ability to go the distance against top talent.
Fight for the Lightweight Title: BJ Penn
Date: April 10, 2010
Result: Win by unanimous decision
Details: Edgar defeated the legendary BJ Penn to become the UFC Lightweight Champion, a victory that solidified his place among the sport’s elite.
Title Defense (Rematch): BJ Penn
Date: August 28, 2010
Result: Win by unanimous decision
Details: In the rematch, Edgar dominated Penn, proving his earlier victory was no fluke.
Trilogy Against Gray Maynard
Date (First Fight): April 2, 2008
Result: Loss by unanimous decision
Date (Second Fight): January 1, 2011
Result: Draw
Date (Third Fight): October 8, 2011
Result: Win by TKO
Details: Their trilogy remains one of the most thrilling rivalries in MMA history, with Edgar displaying incredible resilience in all three battles.
Featherweight Debut Against José Aldo
Date: February 2, 2013
Result: Loss by unanimous decision
Details: Edgar dropped down to featherweight but lost a close contest for the title against Aldo.
Retirement Fight: Chris Gutiérrez
Date: November 12, 2022
Result: Loss by KO (knee)
Key Achievements
UFC Lightweight Champion (2010–2012)
Fight of the Night (x2)_gradients and Performance of the Night (x5)
2011 Fight of the Year vs. Gray Maynard (third fight) –
Family and Personal Life
Frankie Edgar — he’s a devoted family man. He married his high school sweetheart, Renee Edgar, in 2008. They have three children together — sons Francesco, Santino and daughter Valentina. Edgar has always been very open about how much his family means to him and he frequently references them as the reason behind why he competes, they have proven key in some of Edgar’s biggest career moments.
Last News and Retirement
Edgar announced his retirement from MMA after losing his second-round TKO to Chris Gutiérrez at UFC 281 in November 2022. The fight was brought to a brutal end by KO and Edgar went on to announce his retirement shortly after the event. Looking back at his long career, Edgar was thankful for the chances he got and the support that followed him in maintaining that while his days fighting were over, he still wanted to remain attached to the sport, maybe as a coach.
Legacy in MMA
Earlier this month, Frankie Edgar announced his drop down to bantamweight despite being one of the toughest and most well-rounded fighters in the history of UFC. And despite nearly always being the smallest man in his division, heart and determination keep Edgar competitive at that level across three different weight classes. He had a way of absorbing damage, pressing forward and finding a way to win that endeared him to fight fans.
First and foremost, Edgar’s legacy extends way beyond his W-L columns. A sportsman outside of the cage and a hard worker with a humble attitude has certainly helped fans and fighters alike. Edgar has been heralded as a model figure in the MMA community, with his actions inside (and out) of the octagon continuously referenced to describe what is right about fighters doing it wrong.
Net Worth
Frankie Edgar’s Net Worth in 2024 is Approximately $3 million These paydays include fight purses, bonuses, sponsors, and other business ventures outside the UFC. Following retirement, Edgar has teased various business ventures and partnerships in MMA, potentially boosting his net worth down the pipeline.
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