How a Canadian fighter rose from amateur ranks to the UFC Bantamweight division
In short: From winning amateur championships in 2014 to battling in the UFC, Charles Jourdain has navigated a high-stakes career. Known for his technical submissions and striking, the Canadian athlete has become a fixture in the Octagon, securing multiple performance bonuses through intense, high-level mixed martial arts competition.
Born on November 27, 1995, Charles Jourdain began his mixed martial arts journey in 2013. He quickly established himself in the amateur circuit, securing an 8–2 record and winning the vacant FightQuest Featherweight Championship in 2014. After turning professional in 2015, he competed exclusively within Canadian promotions, building a 9–1 record and holding both the TKO Featherweight and Interim Lightweight championships before his 2019 UFC debut.
Jourdain's UFC career has been defined by high-intensity bouts and significant technical skill. His December 21, 2019, victory over Doo Ho Choi earned him a Fight of the Night bonus after a dramatic second round. He has proven particularly dangerous with the guillotine choke, using the submission to secure victories against Lando Vannata, Ricardo Ramos, and Victor Henry. His versatility is further highlighted by his ability to win via unanimous decision, as seen in his 2023 bout against Kron Gracie.
The Canadian fighter has also demonstrated resilience amidst the logistical challenges of professional sports. He has navigated pandemic-era scheduling, visa issues affecting opponents, and weight-cutting penalties, such as when Jean Silva was fined 20 percent of his purse following a weigh-in miss. As he continues to compete in the Bantamweight division, Jourdain remains a recognized name in the UFC, having earned multiple Performance of the Night awards for his efforts against fighters like Davey Grant and Victor Henry.
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