Melvin Manhoef Net Worth
Melvin Manhoef is a professional mixed martial arts fighter with over 44 fights under his belt. Known for his powerful striking capabilities and the ability to knock opponents out with punches, kicks or knees.
Has competed for various organizations such as Strikeforce and KSW; currently fighting in GLORY Heavyweight division.
Early Life and Education
Melvin Manhoef hails from Paramaribo, Suriname and has Dutch descent. Married to Tamara and father to two children, he holds two championships for It’s Showtime kickboxing competition as well as Light Heavyweight Cage Rage Championship in MMA.
He boasts an astounding 71-inch reach, captivating berserker style, incredible power, technique, and tenacity to become a legend of the sport.
Manhoef has appeared in 10 professional fights with stops at ONE FC, KSW, and most recently Bellator 285. Unfortunately he fell short against Yoel Romero but left his door open if an opportunity should present itself if that occurs. Fans are familiar with his exciting fighting style that leads to quick finishes of opponents.
Professional Career
Melvin Manhoef is one of the most powerful strikers in professional kickboxing and MMA. A former It’s Showtime Middleweight Champion and Cage Rage Light Heavyweight champion, Melvin has also competed in MMA events for Bellator and Strikeforce.
Manhoef joined ONE Championship in January 2012 and was scheduled to face Renato Sobral at ONE FC 3; however, due to an illness Sobral was forced out and Yoshiyuki Nakanishi replaced him – ultimately leading Manhoef to record two knockout victories against Ryo Kawamura and Dennis Kang on New Year’s Eve 2012.
Even at his advanced age, Manhoef remains a formidable fighter. With high name value and plenty of experience under his belt, he remains an important contender in GLORY heavyweight tournament or special qualifiers events like at 89 years of age. Manhoef can certainly give younger fighters an impressive battle to be had against him!
Achievement and Honors
Manhoef has produced moments that will forever remain etched into the memories of fight fans throughout his over 25-year career. The Surinamese-Dutch striker may be combat sports’ most prolific knockout artist with 29 wins (24 via knockout).
Manhoef quickly rose to fame during 2014 in Bellator MMA with his debut performance; in which he violently knocked out Doug Marshall. Unfortunately, however, subsequent losses to Joe Schilling and Alexander Shlemenko followed shortly thereafter.
Manhoef then signed with ONE Championship. His debut fight against Renato Sobral ended up as a no contest after Sobral sustained an accidental leg injury during Round 1. Nonetheless, Manhoef quickly bounced back with victories over Ryo Kawamura and Dennis Kang in subsequent bouts.
Personal Life
Melvin Manhoef has earned himself the reputation as an exciting warrior with incredible power and technique. An elite striker, as well as possessing an effective ground game. Known for his dramatic ring and cage entrances and incredible knockout record.
In MMA, he has taken on such legendary names as Remy Bonjasky, Mark Hunt, Brock Larson and Gegard Mousasi among many others, boasting a knockout and submission rate of over 85%.
Manhoef signed with ONE Championship in January 2012 and was expected to make his debut against Renato Sobral at ONE FC 3. Unfortunately, Sobral withdrew and Manhoef instead faced Yoshiyuki Nakanishi instead; winning via first round knockout. On New Years Eve 2012 he dispatched Dennis Kang quickly as well.
Net Worth
Manhoef employs a hybrid style consisting of standup and submission grappling. He’s an elite striker, yet his ground game remains inconsistent; nonetheless he often manages to get opponents onto the mat and finish them with hard strikes from distance.
Manhoef is well-known for his dramatic ring and cage entrances. Greeted by fans with a dog collar around his neck, Manhoef unleashes his fury upon entering the arena.
Owinging his success and legacy to GLORY for so long has given him much name recognition in MMA. Recently he spoke to Remy Bonjasky regarding his future plans in MMA; possibly competing in their December Heavyweight Tournament or perhaps in a special qualifier at GLORY 87 may be next on his agenda. Fans will surely love his unique “berserker style”.
