Cory Sandhagen, currently ranked #2 in the UFC bantamweight division, is on the edge of a title shot, needing just one or two more victories. Born and raised in Aurora, Colorado, Sandhagen attended Smoky Hill High School, where he participated in basketball and Taekwondo before transitioning to MMA. Before his professional MMA career, he earned titles in kickboxing. But he had a great basketball career as well. So, without further ado, let’s explore Sandhagen’s journey from a basketball player to a professional MMA athlete.
‘The Sandman’ started his journey as a basketball player, where he used to play for the Smoky Hill High School team. But his fighting journey started when he was a kid. Sandhagen began martial arts training as a child, starting with taekwondo. His instructors didn’t allow punches, so Sandhagen switched to boxing. In kickboxing, Sandhagen won multiple WKA titles, including a WKA world title. He then transitioned to mixed martial arts.
‘The Sandman’ made his UFC debut on January 27, 2018, facing Austin Arnett. Since his first fight, he has consistently participated in major organizational bouts. However, he is set to fight Umar Nurmagomedov at UFC Abu Dhabi this weekend. This pivotal match could significantly boost Sandhagen’s chances of securing a title shot against the winner of the Sean O’Malley vs. Merab Dvalishvili fight at UFC 306.
What is Cory Sandhagen Net Worth?
According to MMASalaries, Sandhagen’s net worth ranges from $500,000 to $1 million, with his main earnings coming from fights and sponsorships. His largest payout was $215,000 for his fight against Marlon Moraes at UFC Fight Night: Moraes vs. Sandhagen.
Besides his MMA career, Sandhagen has worked part time at a trauma center for children. He also teaches mixed martial arts at High Altitude Martial Arts in Colorado. With his upcoming bout generating significant excitement among fans, many are eager to see if Sandhagen will secure a title shot.
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