What is Eddie Alvarez's Net Worth?
Eddie Alvarez is a prominent American mixed martial artist with an impressive net worth of $8 million. Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in January 1984, Alvarez boasts an illustrious career highlighted by numerous milestones and accolades. He is notably the first fighter to have won championships in both UFC and Bellator MMA.
Early Career Highlights
Alvarez made an impactful professional MMA debut in December 2003 by securing a victory over Anthony Ladonna. His early career flourished rapidly, and in October 2004, he clinched the inaugural Reality Fighting Welterweight Championship by defeating Chris Schlesinger.
Winning Championships
- In December 2006, he triumphed over Aaron Riley to win the MFC Welterweight Championship.
- In June 2009, Alvarez captured the Bellator Lightweight Championship after defeating Toby Imada.
Despite losing the Bellator Lightweight title to Michael Chandler in November 2011 in the Fight of the Year, Alvarez made a remarkable comeback. He regained the Bellator Lightweight Championship from Chandler in November 2013.
Transition to UFC
Alvarez transitioned to the UFC, making his debut in September 2014, although he faced a setback with a loss to Donald Cerrone. However, he steadily climbed the ranks and achieved a significant milestone by winning the UFC Lightweight Championship from Rafael dos Anjos in July 2016, enhancing his professional record to an impressive 28-4.
Upcoming Fights
Alvarez is set to defend his UFC Lightweight Championship against the notable contender Conor McGregor at UFC 2015 in November 2016.
