Jimmy Smith (fighter)

Jimmy Smith
Born
James Smith

(1977-09-02) September 2, 1977 (age 47)
Alma materUniversity of California, Los Angeles
Occupations
  • Commentator
  • television host
Years active2007–present
Martial arts career
Height5 ft 11 in (1.80 m)
DivisionWelterweight
Reach67.0 in (170 cm)
StyleBJJ, boxing, kickboxing
Fighting out ofLos Angeles, California
TeamRey Diogo BJJ/Carlson Gracie BJJ
Rank  Black belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu under Ricardo Diogo
Years active2003–2006
Mixed martial arts record
Total6
Wins5
By submission4
By decision1
Losses1
By decision1
Mixed martial arts record from Sherdog

James Smith (born September 2, 1977) is an American sports broadcaster and former mixed martial artist. He was the co-host of the television show Fight Quest, with Doug Anderson, on the Discovery Channel. He is also a former commentator for Bellator, UFC,[1] Premier Boxing Champions[2] and WWE’s Raw brand. He is a former host for American Ninja Warrior in 2010–2011.[3]

  1. ^ "Jimmy Smith parts ways with Bellator broadcast team after lengthy run". December 28, 2017. Retrieved January 16, 2018.
  2. ^ "Bellator color commentator Jimmy Smith earns BJJ black belt". MyMMANews.com. November 22, 2016.
  3. ^ "'American Ninja Warrior' storms Japan's Mount Midoriyama". Los Angeles Times. Archived from the original on November 8, 2017.