21 Facts About Josh Parisian

Josh Parisian was born on June 28,1989 and is an American mixed martial artist who previously competed in the heavyweight division of the UFC.

Josh Parisian graduated from Escanaba Senior High School before attending Bay College for two years.

In college, Josh Parisian listened to his classmate's public speaking class speech on UFC and got interested in the sport.

Josh Parisian tried it out and felt it improve his self-esteem and confidence, leading to dropping out of college in pursuit of a career in mixed martial arts.

Josh Parisian faced Greg Rebello at Dana White's Contender Series 30 on June 26,2018.

Josh Parisian lost the fight via second-round technical knockout and was eliminated from the tournament.

Josh Parisian faced Chad Johnson at Season 4 Week 3 on August 18,2020.

Josh Parisian scored a first-round knockout victory and was awarded a UFC contract.

Josh Parisian made his UFC debut against Parker Porter on November 28,2020, at UFC on ESPN: Smith vs Clark.

Josh Parisian faced Don'Tale Mayes on December 18,2021, at UFC Fight Night: Lewis vs Daukaus.

Josh Parisian lost the bout via TKO due to elbows from crucifix position in the third round.

Josh Parisian faced Alan Baudot on June 25,2022, at UFC on ESPN 38.

Josh Parisian was scheduled to face Chase Sherman on November 5,2022, at UFC Fight Night 214.

However, Josh Parisian pulled out of the fight hours before it was to take place due to medical issues.

Josh Parisian faced Jamal Pogues on February 18,2023, at UFC Fight Night 219.

Josh Parisian was scheduled to face Walt Harris on July 15,2023, at UFC on ESPN 49.

Josh Parisian faced Martin Buday on August 12,2023, at UFC on ESPN: Luque vs dos Anjos.

Josh Parisian lost the fight via a kimura submission in round one.

Josh Parisian faced Robelis Despaigne on March 9,2024, at UFC 299.

Josh Parisian lost the bout via knockout eighteen seconds into the first round.

Josh Parisian was released from the UFC on March 21,2024.