Vinc Pichel is a well-known American professional mixed martial artist who competes in the Ultimate Fighting Championship’s lightweight division. He has been a professional fighter since 2009 and was a contestant on The Ultimate Fighter: Live.
Before turning professional in 2009, Vinc Pichel had a 10–1 amateur record. Before exploring The Ultimate Fighter: Live, he won his first seven fights by KO/TKO.
On August 21, 2021, Pichel fought Austin Hubbard at UFC on ESPN 29. The fighter was declared the winner by unanimous decision.
On February 12, 2022, Pichel was supposed to fight Mark Madsen at UFC 271. They were, however, rescheduled for UFC 273 for unknown reasons.
Who Is Vinc Pichel From UFC?
Vinc Pichel was given a chance in the UFC after reaching the semifinals of The Ultimate Fighter: Live. On December 15, 2012, he made his official UFC debut. Pichel faced promotional newcomer Rustam Khabilov and was knocked out by a suplex and punches in the first round.
The UFC announced Pichel as one of 32 Lightweight fighters who compete in the first live season of The Ultimate Fighter reality show. Before losing to Al Iaquinta, Pichel advanced to the TUF house and won two bouts.
On January 15, 2014, Pichel fought Garett Whiteley at UFC Fight Night: Rockhold vs. Philippou. He was declared the winner by a unanimous decision.
On May 24, 2014, Pichel fought Anthony Njokuani at UFC 173. He was declared the winner by unanimous decision. Pichel suffered a torn labrum and bicep in the months following the fight, which forced him to retire for three years.
After a long layoff, Pichel fought Damien Brown at UFC Fight Night 110 on June 11, 2017. In the first round, he knocked out his opponent.
Vinc Pichel Family Details- Where Is He Originally From?
Vince Pichel was expelled from multiple schools as a child in Canoga Park, Los Angeles, due to his misbehavior.
He never finished high school and began using drugs at the age of 15, which led to his mother kicking him out of the house. There are no other details about his family on the web.
Pichel was on drugs for five years and had no permanent address, but after being introduced to MMA by a friend, he straightened out and began ambitious training.
Pichel previously worked for AAA and competed in the UFC. He later changed his mind and went to school to become an electrician.
Meet Vinc Pichel On Instagram
Vinc Pichel is pretty active on Instagram. He often posts about his MMA fights and gives updates to his fans about his professional career.
Moreover, Vinc also gives a glimpse of his personal life through his Instagram posts.
As of March 2022, the MMA fighter has accumulated more than 12k followers. In addition, he has uploaded 1893 posts at the time of writing.