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Charles Jourdain

Charles Jourdain is a Canadian mixed martial artist from Quebec who has competed in the UFC.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Charles Jourdain is a Canadian mixed martial artist from Quebec who competes in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). He is a former TKO Major League MMA double champion, having held the featherweight and interim lightweight titles. Known by the nickname "Air," Jourdain is one of the Canadian fighters currently active in the UFC.

Early life

Jourdain was born on November 27, 1995, in Quebec, Canada. Public profiles identify him as being from the greater Montreal area and fighting out of Beloeil, Quebec.

Mixed martial arts career

He began his professional MMA career in 2016 and fought in Canadian promotions before joining the UFC in 2019. Before signing with the UFC, he held titles in TKO Major League MMA, becoming the featherweight champion and the interim lightweight champion.

UFC career

Jourdain has competed in multiple UFC weight classes and is currently listed in the bantamweight division. UFC materials note that he has earned many of his wins by stoppage, including knockout and submission victories.

Fighting style

Jourdain is described as a striker with a switch stance, and his UFC statistics show a substantial number of knockout and submission wins. Public profiles also associate him with Brazilian jiu-jitsu training.

Key facts

  • Canadian MMA fighter from Quebec.
  • Competes in the UFC bantamweight division.
  • Former TKO Major League MMA featherweight champion.
  • Former TKO Major League MMA interim lightweight champion.
  • Known by the nickname "Air."
  • Has won multiple UFC bouts by finish, including knockout and submission victories.
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Canadian context

Jourdain is a Canadian athlete from Quebec and is one of the Canadian fighters competing in the UFC.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Charles Jourdain?
Charles Jourdain is a Canadian professional mixed martial artist who competes in the UFC.
What is Charles Jourdain known for?
He is known for competing in the UFC and for previously becoming a double champion in TKO Major League MMA.
What weight class does Charles Jourdain compete in?
He is currently listed as competing in the UFC bantamweight division.
What is Charles Jourdain’s nickname?
His nickname is "Air."
Where is Charles Jourdain from?
He is from Quebec, Canada.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charles_Jourdain
    Supports: Birth date, Canadian nationality, UFC competition, and TKO title history.
  2. UFC — https://www.ufc.com/athlete/charles-jourdain
    Supports: Current UFC profile, pro since 2016, finish statistics, and fighting record details.
  3. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/mma/fighter/_/id/4421978/charles-jourdain
    Supports: Nationality, weight class, height/weight, nickname, stance, and team.
  4. Wikipedia (French) — https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charles_Jourdain_(arts_martiaux)
    Supports: Quebec MMA fighter description, UFC division, and prior TKO championships.