Jeremy Kimball, (born March 1, 1991) is an American

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fighter who formerly competed in the

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division of the

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. A professional competitor since 2010, Kimball has also formerly competed for

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and the

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Background

Kimball was born in

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but raised in

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, attending

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. Kimball began training at the age of eight, under the tutelage of his father Ernest, an MMA coach.

Mixed martial arts career

Ultimate Fighting Championship

Kimball made his promotional debut on January 28, 2017 against

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at UFC on Fox: Shevchenko vs. Peña. He lost via TKO in the first round. Kimball faced

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on June 25, 2017 at UFC Fight Night 112. He won the fight in the first round via TKO. The win also earned Kimball his first ''Performance of the Night'' bonus award. Kimball faced

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on December 2, 2017 at

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. He lost the fight via submission in the first round. Kimball faced promotional newcomer

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on July 22, 2018 at UFC Fight Night: Shogun vs. Smith. He lost the fight via technical knockout.

Oktagon MMA

Kimball faced Thomas Narmo on April 9, 2022 against Thomas Narmo at Oktagon 32. He won the bout via TKO in the first round after Narmo was unable to continue due to leg kicks. Kimball faced Hatef Moeil on October 15, 2022 at Oktagon 36. He lost the bout via TKO stoppage due to ground and pound in the second round. Kimball faced Ruben Wolf on April 29, 2023 at Oktagon 42, winning the bout via TKO stoppage in the second round. Kimball returned to Light Heavyweight to take on Alexander Poppeck on Marc 23, 2024 at Oktagon 55, losing the bout via first round ground and pound TKO.

Championships and accomplishments

Mixed martial arts

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** FFC Light Heavyweight Championship (One time) *

** Performance of the Night (One time) vs. Josh Stansbury

Mixed martial arts record

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References

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