Sean Thomas Brady (born November 23, 1992) is an American mixed martial artist who competes in the Welterweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship. As of August 23, 2022, he is #8 in the UFC welterweight rankings. Background Brady was born and raised in Burholme, Philadelphia. While studying at Swenson Arts and Technology High School to become an auto mechanic, Brady started training Muay Thai, subsequently also picking up Brazilian jiu-jitsu. Mixed martial arts career Early career Spending most of his time in the Cage Fury Fighting Championship, Brady compiled an undefeated 10–0 pro record. Along the way, Brady captured the Welterweight title with a submission win over Mike Jones. Brady then defended his 170-pound championship with a fourth-round knockout over Taj Abdul-Hakim. After this performance, he was given a UFC contract. Ultimate Fighting Championship In his UFC debut, Brady faced Court McGee on October 18, 2019 at UFC on ESPN 6. He won the fight via a unanimous decision. Brady faced Ismail Naurdiev on February 29, 2020 at UFC Fight Night 169. He won the fight via unanimous decision. Brady faced Christian Aguilera at UFC Fight Night: Smith vs. Rakić on August 29, 2020. He won the fight via a guillotine choke in round two. This win earned him the Performance of the Night award. Brady was expected to face Belal Muhammad on December 19, 2020 at UFC Fight Night 185. However in late October, Brady had a broken nose and had to pull out of their bout. Brady faced Jake Matthews on March 6, 2021 at UFC 259. He won the fight via a submission in round three. Brady was scheduled to face Kevin Lee on July 10, 2021 at UFC 264. However, Lee withdrew due to injury and the bout was rescheduled to UFC on ESPN 30 on August 28, 2021. Subsequently, the bout was yet again cancelled after Brady withdrew due to a foot infection. Brady faced Michael Chiesa on November 20, 2021 at UFC Fight Night 198. He won the bout via unanimous decision. Brady faced Belal Muhammad on October 22, 2022 at UFC 280. He lost the bout via TKO stoppage at the end of the second round. Bardy was scheduled to face Michel Pereira on March 25, 2023, at UFC on ESPN 43. However, Brady pulled out in mid-February due to a tore groin and the bout was scrapped. Professional grappling career Brady