Jared Cannonier

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1. When was Jared Cannonier born?March 16, 1984
2. What nationality was Jared Cannonier?American
3. What was Jared Cannonier's job?Mixed Martial Arts (MMA)
4. How heavy is Jared Cannonier?Middleweight
5. What is the primary organization?Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC)
6. Who is Jared Cannonier?Jared Cannonier is an American mixed martial artist who fights in the UFC's middleweight division.

Mixed Martial Arts (MMA): A full-contact combat sport that allows a wide array of fighting techniques, including striking and grappling, from various combat sports.
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC): The largest and most popular mixed martial arts promotion company globally, known for its high-profile events and elite roster of fighters.
Middleweight Division: A weight class in combat sports, typically for athletes weighing between 171 and 185 pounds (77.1 and 83.9 kg), demanding a balance of power and agility.
Striking: The aspect of combat sports that involves using punches, kicks, elbows, and knees to attack an opponent.