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Tony Ferguson

Tony Ferguson is an American mixed martial artist best known for competing in the UFC’s lightweight division.

Updated July 30, 20261 min readCited sources

Tony Ferguson is an American mixed martial artist who won Season 13 of The Ultimate Fighter and later held the UFC interim lightweight championship.

What it is

Tony Ferguson, full name Anthony Armand Ferguson Padilla, is a professional MMA fighter born February 12, 1984, in Oxnard, California. He competes primarily in the UFC's lightweight division and has also fought at welterweight. His nickname is "El Cucuy."

Key details

Ferguson turned professional in 2008 and gained fame by winning The Ultimate Fighter 13 in 2011. In 2017, he became the UFC interim lightweight champion. He is known for a versatile fighting style combining wrestling, boxing, jiu-jitsu, and Muay Thai.

Why it matters

Ferguson was a top contender in the UFC lightweight division for years, with a reputation for unpredictable and adaptable techniques. His career highlights include a long winning streak and memorable bouts against fighters like Justin Gaethje.

In short

  • Won The Ultimate Fighter 13 in 2011.
  • Held UFC interim lightweight championship in 2017.
  • Nicknamed "El Cucuy" and known for versatile skills.
  • Born February 12, 1984, in Oxnard, California.

Quick questions

Who is Tony Ferguson?
Tony Ferguson is an American MMA fighter who won The Ultimate Fighter 13 and the UFC interim lightweight title.
What is Tony Ferguson's real name?
His full name is Anthony Armand Ferguson Padilla.
What is Tony Ferguson's nickname?
His nickname is "El Cucuy."

Sources

  1. Wikipedia — https://eu.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tony_Ferguson
    Supports: Full name, birth details, Mexican heritage, The Ultimate Fighter 13 win, interim UFC lightweight championship.
  2. UFC — https://www.ufc.com/athlete/tony-ferguson
    Supports: Nickname, professional status, wins by knockout and submission, UFC career information.
  3. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/mma/fighter/_/id/2560085/tony-ferguson
    Supports: Nationality, birthdate, height, weight class, stance, and MMA profile.
  4. UFC — https://www.ufc.com/news/making-tony-ferguson
    Supports: Professional debut period, rise through The Ultimate Fighter 13 and UFC career context.