How a Math Teacher Became The Face of UFC Then Was Left Broken

Wrestling

السنة2026

المدة26m

شاهد الآن

7.2

Rich Franklin wasn’t supposed to take over the UFC. A maths teacher from Cincinnati, he built his rise on discipline, intelligence, and relentless work, becoming one of the most respected champions of his era. But behind the success, his journey would take a deeply personal turn. From dominating the middleweight division to devastating losses, and the sudden passing of his father, Franklin’s story is one of resilience, faith, and identity beyond the cage. This is how a math teacher took over the UFC… and how his life changed forever. #UFC #RichFranklin #onechampionship #MMA #UFCHistory #mmadocumentary Subscribe To Rich Franklin: This documentary draws on information and archival material from: UFC Jake Shields Fightback Podcast: Mighty Podcast: Leo And Longevity: The Truth About the F Word: Real Quick With Mike Swick: Big Stories from BYUtv: