Riding a four-fight winning streak, Sam Patterson is looking to make a name for himself at UFC London, but for many fans, the rising welterweight remains a mystery. As he is set to face the biggest test of his career in a veteran like Michael ‘Venom’ Page he has an uphill battle. So, who is the man behind the four-fight winning streak?

Headlined by a bout between featherweight contenders Movsar Evloev and Lerone Murphy, the night promises to be exciting. On the same night in front of Patterson will be Michael ‘Venom’ Page across the Octagon. After a two-fight winning stint in the UFC middleweight division, 38-year-old Page is returning to the welterweight category and will arguably bring in his experience to counter Patterson. But ahead of that, let’s dive in to know more about the 29-year-old rising UFC star.

Where is Sam Patterson from, and What is Sam Patterson’s Nationality?

Sam Patterson was born on 30 April 1996 in England. When it comes to his nationality, Patterson is British. However, apart from that, there isn’t much more public information about his family or his childhood available online.

One reason for that is that Patterson is still a rising MMA fighter. As such, he is yet to find himself in the spotlight as many other UFC fighters or his upcoming opponent have. But one thing we know is that Patterson fights out of Watford, England, and he is closely associated with Team Crossface, which is basically an MMA gym based in that town.

Apart from that, there is information about Patterson’s educational background.

“I went to college from the age of 16 to 18 solely,” said Patterson in a Q&A session with the UFC. “Because I was told it was only two days a week, which meant I could train all day the other five. I had three options from my parents when leaving school at 16: get a job, go to college, or find somewhere that lets you live for free. So, college twice a week was the best option to be able to train more.”

Not only that, but the English UFC fighter also got a job for himself amid the hustling, bustling life mixed with training and education. As such, from the age of 18 to 20, Patterson worked as a Security engineer apprentice.

However, since his goal was to become a standout MMA fighter, which required more training sessions, Patterson turned down a full-time, qualified security engineer job with good money to get little part-time jobs. And ultimately, at 21, the Englishman left that part-time job as well to turn into a full-time professional fighter.

While that’s all about Patterson’s nationality and brief career background, i.e., where he comes from, let us take a look at the UFC welterweight fighter’s roots.

What is Sam Patterson’s ethnicity?

As of now, there is no public information available about Sam Patterson’s ethnicity. But citing his English background, the UFC welterweight fighter may have a White British background. Notably, these are the individuals who identify as white and of English, Scottish, Welsh, Cornish, or Northern Irish descent.

However, while Patterson keeps his family background and heritage private, there have been times when he has talked about his siblings. Yes, Sam Patterson has two younger brothers. Although their names are yet to be revealed, Patterson shares a very close bond with them. And that is quite evident from a tale narrated by the 29-year-old himself.

“Around 12 years ago, my parents got me and my two younger brothers into it with the mindset of self-defense,” said Patterson in a Q&A session with the UFC.

But also the mindset that if I’m spending 2-3 times a week in the gym training, then that’s 2-3 times less I’m hanging around the streets after school with mates causing trouble. And I became more and more obsessed, to the point I was going every day and never looked back.”

Notably, according to a report by Fightomic, it was one of Patterson’s younger brothers who sparked his interest in MMA by trying a local gym first. And the rest is quite impressive. Now, while his family connection seems to be quite interesting, what religious beliefs does Patterson have?

Is Sam Patterson Christian?

Unlike other UFC fighters, Sam Patterson has never spoken publicly about his religious beliefs yet. However, citing his nationality and family background, Patterson can be speculated to be Christian. As such, the majority of people from his heritage and region are Christian.

However, amid that, there are a few as well who claim to be non-religious and have no faith in a potential divine energy. But, of course, the ultimate confirmation will only come if Patterson speaks or posts about his religious beliefs.

Now, talking about his fighting career, the bout against Michael ‘Venom’ Page will be quite crucial for Patterson’s UFC career. With a potential victory over a veteran like Page, the 29-year-old can surely enter the UFC welterweight rankings.

Not only that, but Patterson will also make a statement noting that he is ready to take on bigger challenges. On that note, who do you think wins between Patterson and Page this weekend? Let us know in the comments below!