Ryan Spann 2021: Record, Net Worth, Salary, and Endorsements

Ryan Spann is one of the rising prospects in the UFC light heavyweight division. Professionally fighting since 2013, 'Superman' Spann had gone back and forth fighting in the middleweight and light heavyweight divisions until 2017. After sticking to the latter, he has been steadily making his way to the top of the division.

He is a former LFA light heavyweight champion. As of September 2021, Spann sits at #11 in the UFC light heavyweight rankings.

Ryan Spann: UFC Career

Spann's first fight under the banner of UFC was at the inaugural 2017 season of Dana White's Contender Series. He clashed against Karl Roberson in Series 3, where he lost via a first-round KO. However, the UFC gave him another chance in the second season of DWCS, where he defeated Emiliano Sordi in the first round via submission (guillotine choke) and earned himself a UFC contract.

In his UFC career, Spann has defeated several elite athletes such as Luis Henrique, Antonio Rogerio Nogueira, and Sam Alvey, to name a few. His last fight was against Misha Cirkunov on March 13, 2021. 

Now, Spann will clash against Anthony Smith on September 18, 2021, at UFC Fight Night: Smith vs. Spann. 'Superman' Spann has a splendid UFC record of 6-2.

Ryan Spann: Fighting Style

Spann is one of the best submission grapplers in the UFC light heavyweight division, having most of his victories coming in this manner (11 Submissions out of 19 wins). Moreover, he also holds the brute strength to knock out his opponents, having five victories coming by way of T/KO.

Ryan Spann: Achievements

Spann has a professional MMA record of 19-6. He has claimed one 'Performance of the Night' award in his UFC career. Besides UFC, Spann was also successful in other MMA promotions. He is a former LFA light heavyweight champion. 'Superman' Spann also holds a blue belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

Ryan Spann: Net Worth and Salary 2021

Spann has an estimated net worth of over $1 Million, as per Sportekz. He has earned $363,500 in his UFC career, as per The Sports Daily. As of September 2021, his biggest paycheck ($135,000) came from his last fight against Misha Cirkunov on March 13, 2021.

How to contact Ryan Spann?

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