Gunnar Nelson
MMA Fighter

Gunnar Nelson Net Worth

Gunnar Nelson is an Icelandic MMA fighter who was born on July 28, 1988 in Akureyri, Iceland. He signed with the Ultimate Fighting Championship in 2012 and has since been ranked #9 in the official UFC Welterweight rankings. He is known for his impressive fighting skills and has become a popular figure in the MMA world.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day July 28, 1988
Birth Place Akureyri, Iceland
Age 35 YEARS OLD
Birth Sign Leo

💰 Net worth: $3 million (2024)

About

MMA fighter from Iceland who who signed with the Ultimate Fighting Championship in 2012. He has been ranked #9 in the official UFC Welterweight rankings.

Before Fame

Playing soccer and ice hockey from his youth, he began training in karate at age 13, and quickly started winning championships.

Trivia

After earning his black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu from Renzo Gracie, he began winning medals in international IBJJF competitions.

Family Life

His father, Haraldur Dean Nelson, has served as his manager. His mother's name is Guðrún. He has a younger sister named Maria.

Associated With

He defeated Jorge Santiago via unanimous decision on February 16, 2013.

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