Andy Ogle facts for kids

Andrew Richard Ogle (born 16 February 1989), known as "The Little Axe," is a retired English mixed martial artist. He used to compete in the Featherweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). Andy Ogle started his professional career in 2009 and fought in many different events across England. He also appeared on the TV show The Ultimate Fighter: Live.

About Andy Ogle

Andy Ogle was born in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. He grew up in Tynemouth, North Tyneside. When he was in high school at Marden High School, he played football and also trained in MMA. By the time he was 16, Andy was already teaching MMA to younger kids at his gym. After high school, he went to the University of Sunderland. In 2011, he graduated with a degree in sports science.

Andy Ogle's Fighting Journey

Starting His MMA Career

Andy Ogle began fighting as an amateur in 2008. He won five fights in a row before having one loss. After building a good amateur record, he became a professional fighter in late 2009. His first professional fight was on October 18, 2009, which he won by a unanimous decision.

After a loss in his second pro fight, Andy quickly bounced back. He won his next three fights by submission, which means he made his opponents give up. He continued to win, bringing his record to 7 wins and 1 loss. This led to a big fight against Shay Walsh, who was an undefeated fighter and considered one of the best young featherweights in the UK. Andy Ogle surprised everyone by winning that fight too!

Fighting on The Ultimate Fighter

In February 2012, Andy Ogle was chosen to be on a popular TV show called The Ultimate Fighter: Live. This show brings together fighters who live and train together while competing in a tournament. Andy won his first fight on the show, which allowed him to officially join the cast.

He was picked by famous fighter Urijah Faber to be on his team. In the quarter-finals, Andy fought Mike Rio, who was one of the strongest fighters from the other team. Andy won this fight by making Mike Rio submit in the second round. However, in the semi-finals, Andy lost to his teammate Al Iaquinta, which meant he was out of the competition.

Joining the UFC

Even though Andy didn't win The Ultimate Fighter show, the UFC President Dana White was impressed. He decided to sign all 16 fighters from the show to contracts with the UFC. The UFC is the biggest mixed martial arts organization in the world.

Andy Ogle had his first UFC fight on September 29, 2012, against Akira Corassani. He lost this fight by a split decision, which means the judges disagreed on who won. Many people watching thought Andy had actually won the fight.

On February 16, 2013, Andy fought Josh Grispi, who had previously fought for a UFC title. Andy won this fight by a unanimous decision, which was a big win for him.

Over the next couple of years, Andy Ogle continued to fight in the UFC. He faced tough opponents like Cole Miller, Charles Oliveira, and Maximo Blanco. He lost these fights by decision or submission. His last fight in the UFC was on January 24, 2015, against Makwan Amirkhani. Andy lost this fight very quickly, and after that, he was no longer part of the UFC.

Andy Ogle's Life Now

Since 2016, Andy Ogle has been working as a prison guard in Newcastle upon Tyne, England.

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• Andy Ogle at the UFC FN 41 Weigh-ins

  Andy Ogle at the UFC FN 41 Weigh-ins