Chris Weidman was a very odd recipient of karma at UFC 261. Weidman was once the UFC Middleweight Champion, beating Anderson Silva and ending one of the most storied championship reigns in UFC history. When they rematched at UFC 168, Silva would shatter his leg after Weidman checked a leg kick. The same happened to Weidman at UFC 261 against Uriah Hall. Weidman threw a leg kick at Hall for one of the first strikes of the contest which was checked by Hall. Weidman suffered the exact same injury that Silva faced against him, only the third time it has happened in the UFC. But his spirits are up and he shared X-Rays of the brutal break on Twitter. These injuries are some of the rarest in MMA. It is incredible that Weidman was involved in two of the three times this has happened inside the UFC. While he dished the injury out the first time, now he knows what it is like to be on the receiving end. We wish the former champion a speedy recovery from this devastating injury. CHRIS WEIDMAN: WHAT’S NEXT FOR THE FORMER CHAMPION? Chris Weidman [https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/chris-weidman/] was hell-bent on getting back to the championship apex in the UFC. While he has been lackluster since losing his belt to Luke Rockhold [https://www.sherdog.com/fighter/Luke-Rockhold-23345] in 2015, he wanted to keep proving he still has a lot to offer. He was entering this fight after a win over Omari Akhmedov, with this fight putting the winner in position for a top-five opponent next. Chris Weidman [https://www.staging.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/10-Pitolo-v-Stewart-2020-08-08_CU-0275_2020080894724415.jpg]LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – AUGUST 08: Chris Weidman battles Omari Akhmedov in a middleweight fight during the UFC Fight Night event at UFC APEX on August 08, 2020 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC) Alas, we won’t see the Weidman redemption story. This injury at the age of 36 has the potential to be career-ending. However, we saw Anderson Silva [https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/Anderson-Silva] return from it after he suffered it. The difference is that Silva won only one of his next seven bouts in the UFC. But he suffered the injury at age 38 and made a return. READ MORE: Dana White Gets Slammed by Fans for Insensitive Tweet After Chris Weidman Injury [https://www.essentiallysports.com/mma-ufc-news-ufc-261-dana-white-gets-slammed-by-fans-for-insensitive-tweet-after-chris-weidman-injury/] Anything is possible for Weidman. However, the competition atop the division is very strong and he isn’t the same marquee draw that Silva was. But if he puts all his hopes into returning to the sport at the highest level, his caliber and pedigree would definitely allow it. 

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<h3 style="text-align: center">Chris Weidman’s Net Worth 2023, Career, and Family</h3>
<p style="color: #252525"><strong style="color: #252525">Chris Weidman</strong> is a former UFC champion who joined the promotion in 2011 and seized headlines after he snapped <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/anderson-silva/"><strong style="color: #252525">Anderson Silva</strong></a>'s 16-win run in 2013. The win also crowned him the UFC middleweight champion. The American fighter held the title for over 2 years until he was matched against <strong style="color: #252525">Luke Rockhold</strong> at UFC 194 in 2015. Since then, he has had a tumultuous career marred by injuries.</p>

<h2 style="color: #252525;text-align: center"><strong style="color: #252525">Chris Weidman’s net worth in 2023</strong></h2>
<p style="color: #252525">'The All-American' has a reported net worth of around $4 million as of 2023. The major sources of his revenue include his fighting paychecks, bonuses, and endorsements. Further, his total career earnings stand at $4,573,000, as per Sports Daily. Notably, his title defense against <strong style="color: #252525">Vitor Belfort</strong> remains the biggest money fight of his career, as he took home $550,000.</p>


[caption id="attachment_473835" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-473835" src="https://www.staging.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/10-Pitolo-v-Stewart-2020-08-08_CU-0275_2020080894724415.jpg" alt="Chris Weidman" width="1920" height="1301" /> LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - AUGUST 08: Chris Weidman battles Omari Akhmedov in a middleweight fight during the UFC Fight Night event at UFC APEX on August 08, 2020 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC)[/caption]
<p style="color: #252525">In addition, the 39-year-old has penned a lucrative deal with Reebok. Besides that, he is also connected to the Montreal Canadiens for two years through a contract worth $1,525,000 signed on June 6, 2022.</p>

<h2 style="color: #252525;text-align: center"><strong style="color: #252525">Chris Weidman’s childhood and early life</strong></h2>
<p style="color: #252525">The middleweight fighter was born in Baldwin, New York, on June 17, 1984, and is of German and Irish descent. He picked up wrestling at a very young age and pursued a wrestling career as he attended Baldwin Senior High School on Long Island. Despite his obsession with wrestling, he never left academics behind. He then graduated from Hofstra University with a bachelor's degree in psychology and a master’s in physical education.</p>

<h2 style="color: #252525;text-align: center"><strong style="color: #252525">Chris Weidman’s family</strong></h2>
<p style="color: #252525">The former UFC champion is married to his high school sweetheart, <strong style="color: #252525">Marivi</strong>. The couple is blessed with three children. While much of the information about his family is not in the public domain, he has two siblings.</p>
<p style="color: #252525">Moreover, his father, <strong style="color: #252525">Charlie Weidman</strong>, brought him up in the Lutheran church. In 2016, he and <strong style="color: #252525">Stephen '<a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/Stephen-Thompson">Wonderboy</a>' Thompson</strong> became part of the same family as his sister married Thompson's brother.</p>

<h2 style="color: #252525;text-align: center"><strong style="color: #252525">Chris Weidman's MMA career and highlights</strong></h2>
<p style="color: #252525">The collegiate wrestler transitioned to MMA in 2009 after winning several accolades in wrestling. He soon became a hot property with his 4-0 record and also became the Ring of Combat champion. After signing the contract with the UFC, he went on a 9-0 run, where he amassed victories against the likes of Anderson Silva, <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/demian-maia/"><strong style="color: #252525">Demian Maia</strong></a>, and <strong style="color: #252525">Lyoto Machida</strong>.</p>


[caption id="attachment_473832" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-473832" src="https://www.staging.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/UFC-FN-46-Vegas__Event_MCR_1360_2020080882746002.jpg" alt="Chris Weidman" width="1920" height="1360" /> LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - AUGUST 08: Chris Weidman battles Omari Akhmedov in a middleweight fight during the UFC Fight Night event at UFC APEX on August 08, 2020 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Mike Roach/Zuffa LLC)[/caption]
<p style="color: #252525">After suffering defeat against Luke Rockhold, his career went downhill as he mustered only two wins in his next eight fights. However, his stocks never experienced a dip due to his commitment to fighting.</p>

<h2 style="color: #252525;text-align: center"><strong style="color: #252525">Chris Weidman's record and stats</strong></h2>
<p style="color: #252525">The Serra-Longo Fight Team representative holds a record of 15-6. His penchant for finishes is evident in his six knockout wins and four submission victories.</p>

<h2 style="color: #252525;text-align: center"><strong style="color: #252525">Chris Weidman's fighting style</strong></h2>
<p style="color: #252525">Weidman has what one could describe as a well-rounded fighting style. As a BJJ black belt holder, he has good grappling skills, above-average striking skills, and excellent wrestling. Therefore, he is dangerous both on the mat and on the feet.</p>

<h2 style="color: #252525;text-align: center"><strong style="color: #252525">Chris Weidman's cars and houses</strong></h2>
<p style="color: #252525">The middleweight star owns a large entourage of cars and especially a white Mustang to travel in, which he never fails to show off. Furthermore, he used to live in a luxury house in Dix Hills, New York, but he switched to a new place in South Carolina in the summer of 2020.</p>

<h2 style="color: #252525;text-align: center"><strong style="color: #252525">Chris Weidman's Controversies</strong></h2>
<p style="color: #252525">Weidman was on the receiving end of a controversial result in his fight against <strong style="color: #252525">Gegard Mousasi</strong> at UFC 210. The referee put a pause on the action, as he believed Mousasi landed illegal strikes on a downed Weidman. However, the referee soon changed his decision as one of Weidman's hands appeared to be up in the replays. Therefore, he added a TKO loss to his resume in a debatable manner.</p>

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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Name</span></td>
<td>Christopher James Weidman</td>
</tr>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Born</span></td>
<td>June 17, 1984 (age 39)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Place of Birth</span></td>
<td>Baldwin, New York, U.S.</td>
</tr>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Nationality</span></td>
<td>American</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Education</span></td>
<td>Hofstra University</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Parents</span></td>
<td>Charlie Weidman</td>
</tr>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Height</span></td>
<td>6 ft 2 in (188 cm)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Weight</span></td>
<td>185 lb (84 kg; 13.2 st)</td>
</tr>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Record</span></td>
<td>15-6</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Wife</span></td>
<td>Marivi</td>
</tr>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Kids</span></td>
<td>3</td>
</tr>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Shoe Size </span></td>
<td>Not known</td>
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Chris Weidman

Chris Weidman’s Net Worth 2023, Career, and Family Chris Weidman is a former UFC champion who joined the promotion in 2011 and seized headlines after he snapped Anderson Silva&#8216;s 16-win run in 2013. The win also crowned him the UFC middleweight champion. The American fighter held the title for over 2 years until he was matched against Luke Rockhold at UFC 194 in 2015. Since then, he has had a tumultuous career marred by injuries. Chris Weidman’s net worth in 2023 &#8216;The All-American&#8217; has a reported net worth of around $4 million as of 2023. The major sources of his revenue include his fighting paychecks, bonuses, and endorsements. Further, his total career earnings stand at $4,573,000, as per Sports Daily. Notably, his title defense against Vitor Belfort remains the biggest money fight of his career, as he took home $550,000. LAS VEGAS, NEVADA &#8211; AUGUST 08: Chris Weidman battles Omari Akhmedov in a middleweight fight during the UFC Fight Night event at UFC APEX on August 08, 2020 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC) In addition, the 39-year-old has penned a lucrative deal with Reebok. Besides that, he is also connected to the Montreal Canadiens for two years through a contract worth $1,525,000 signed on June 6, 2022. Chris Weidman’s childhood and early life The middleweight fighter was born in Baldwin, New York, on June 17, 1984, and is of German and Irish descent. He picked up wrestling at a very young age and pursued a wrestling career as he attended Baldwin Senior High School on Long Island. Despite his obsession with wrestling, he never left academics behind. He then graduated from Hofstra University with a bachelor&#8217;s degree in psychology and a master’s in physical education. Chris Weidman’s family The former UFC champion is married to his high school sweetheart, Marivi. The couple is blessed with three children. While much of the information about his family is not in the public domain, he has two siblings. Moreover, his father, Charlie Weidman, brought him up in the Lutheran church. In 2016, he and Stephen &#8216;Wonderboy&#8216; Thompson became part of the same family as his sister married Thompson&#8217;s brother. Chris Weidman&#8217;s MMA career and highlights The collegiate wrestler transitioned to MMA in 2009 after winning several accolades in wrestling. He soon became a hot property with his 4-0 record and also became the Ring of Combat champion. After signing the contract with the UFC, he went on a 9-0 run, where he amassed victories against the likes of Anderson Silva, Demian Maia, and Lyoto Machida. LAS VEGAS, NEVADA &#8211; AUGUST 08: Chris Weidman battles Omari Akhmedov in a middleweight fight during the UFC Fight Night event at UFC APEX on August 08, 2020 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Mike Roach/Zuffa LLC) After suffering defeat against Luke Rockhold, his career went downhill as he mustered only two wins in his next eight fights. However, his stocks never experienced a dip due to his commitment to fighting. Chris Weidman&#8217;s record and stats The Serra-Longo Fight Team representative holds a record of 15-6. His penchant for finishes is evident in his six knockout wins and four submission victories. Chris Weidman&#8217;s fighting style Weidman has what one could describe as a well-rounded fighting style. As a BJJ black belt holder, he has good grappling skills, above-average striking skills, and excellent wrestling. Therefore, he is dangerous both on the mat and on the feet. Chris Weidman&#8217;s cars and houses The middleweight star owns a large entourage of cars and especially a white Mustang to travel in, which he never fails to show off. Furthermore, he used to live in a luxury house in Dix Hills, New York, but he switched to a new place in South Carolina in the summer of 2020. Chris Weidman&#8217;s Controversies Weidman was on the receiving end of a controversial result in his fight against Gegard Mousasi at UFC 210. The referee put a pause on the action, as he believed Mousasi landed illegal strikes on a downed Weidman. However, the referee soon changed his decision as one of Weidman&#8217;s hands appeared to be up in the replays. Therefore, he added a TKO loss to his resume in a debatable manner.  Name Christopher James Weidman  Born June 17, 1984 (age 39)  Place of Birth Baldwin, New York, U.S.  Nationality American  Education Hofstra University  Parents Charlie Weidman  Height 6 ft 2 in (188 cm)  Weight 185 lb (84 kg; 13.2 st)  Record 15-6  Wife Marivi  Kids 3  Shoe Size  Not known  &nbsp;

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