Quick Info
| Profession | MMA fighter |
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| Nationality | Albanian |
| Date of Birth | 25/09/2000 |
| Age | 26 years |
| Birthplace | Fier, Albania |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra |
Latest News about Benardo Sopaj
16/05/2026
Benardo Sopaj submitted Timmy Cuamba with a rear-naked choke at UFC Fight Night: Allen vs. Costa. The win extended his UFC record and added another finish to his professional résumé.
18/01/2025
Benardo Sopaj earned his first UFC victory by defeating Ricky Turcios via unanimous decision at UFC 311. The three-round win improved his UFC record to 1-1 and helped solidify his standing in the bantamweight division.
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Bio/Wiki
| Nickname | The Lion King |
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| Fighting Out Of | Stockholm, Sweden |
| Weight Class | Bantamweight |
| Affiliation | Allstars Training Center |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5'6" (168 cm) |
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| Reach | 66.0" (168 cm) |
| Weight | 135.5 lbs |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | High school in Greece |
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| Qualification | Completed high school |
Personal Life
| Started Training | At age 15 |
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| Martial Arts Rank | Jiu-jitsu blue belt |
Career
| Pro MMA Record | 13-3-0 |
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| UFC Record | 1-1 |
| Career Highlights |
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| Last Fight | 16/05/2026 |
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Favourites
| Favorite Grappling Technique | Anaconda |
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| Favorite Striking Technique | Flying knee |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Started training for fun before taking the sport seriously | |
| 2. Did not have a job before fighting; played football instead | |
| 3. Began training in 2016 according to UFC profile |
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