Jalin Turner

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1. When was Jalin Turner born?May 18, 1995
2. Where was Jalin Turner born?United States
3. What is Jalin Turner known for?Professional mixed martial artist, competing in the UFC lightweight division
4. What is the career start?Began professional career in 2016
5. What is the key fighting attribute?Exceptional reach, enabling effective striking and distance control
6. Who is Jalin Turner?Jalin Turner is a strong fighter in the UFC lightweight division. He was born on May 18, 1995, and started his professional career in 2016.

Lightweight Division: A weight class in combat sports for athletes typically weighing between 145 and 155 pounds.
Reach: The distance from the tip of a fighter's outstretched arm to their shoulder, indicating arm length.
Knockout (KO): A method of winning in combat sports where a fighter is rendered unable to continue after being struck.
Striking: The aspect of mixed martial arts that involves using punches, kicks, elbows, and knees to attack an opponent.