John James Karagiannidis
“J.J.”
Standout achievements
John James Karagiannidis is a South African mixed martial artist with a professional record of 7-2 across 9 bouts. They've won 0 by KO/TKO, 6 by submission and 1 by decision — a 86 % finish rate. Most wins come by submission. Last competed March 2026 (active). Has fought most often in South Africa (5 bouts).
Fight locations (1 venues)
Career timeline — fights by year
Frequently asked
What is John James Karagiannidis's MMA record?
John James Karagiannidis has a professional MMA record of 7-2 — 0 wins by KO/TKO, 6 by submission, 1 by decision.
How does John James Karagiannidis usually win?
They most often win by submission (6 of 7 wins).
How does John James Karagiannidis usually lose?
Most of John James Karagiannidis's losses come by decision (1 of 2).
Is John James Karagiannidis still active?
John James Karagiannidis last competed in March 2026, and is considered active (no bout in over two years).
What is John James Karagiannidis's fastest finish?
submission of Jefferson Khumalo in 0:57 (Rd 1) at Versus Promotions - Versus Fight Night 16.
Where is John James Karagiannidis from?
John James Karagiannidis is a South African mixed martial artist.
What is John James Karagiannidis's longest MMA win streak?
John James Karagiannidis's longest winning run on record is 4 straight victories.
Where does John James Karagiannidis rank in MMA?
John James Karagiannidis sits at #9,585 of 32,696 fighters in the Fight Forensics global MMA rankings.
Pro MMA (9)
Amateur (1)
Amateur bouts — not counted toward the pro record.