Chase Sherman: UFC Heavyweight Brings Power to Gamebred
Quick Facts
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Chase Sherman |
| Nickname | The Vanilla Gorilla |
| Born | June 25, 1989 |
| Hometown | Memphis, Tennessee, USA |
| Weight Class | Heavyweight |
| MMA Record | 16-10 |
| Organization | Gamebred Bareknuckle MMA |
| Notable Achievement | UFC heavyweight with multiple KO victories |
Overview
Chase "The Vanilla Gorilla" Sherman carved out a reputation in the UFC as a heavyweight who always came to fight. With legitimate knockout power and a willingness to engage in firefights that made every one of his bouts entertaining, Sherman embodied the kind of heavyweight action that fans love -- big men throwing big punches with bad intentions. His signing with Gamebred Bareknuckle MMA brought that excitement and power to the bareknuckle MMA format.
At heavyweight in Gamebred's format, where MMA rules apply but gloves do not, Sherman's natural power becomes even more significant. A fighter who could knock opponents out with UFC gloves becomes potentially even more devastating without them, and the full MMA ruleset allows him to utilize his entire skill set rather than being limited to pure boxing.
Career
UFC Heavyweight Career
Sherman competed in the UFC's heavyweight division across two stints, compiling knockout victories that showcased his raw punching power. His fights were characterized by early action -- Sherman was at his most dangerous in the first round, when his speed and power advantages were at their peak. His knockouts of Walt Harris and other heavyweights demonstrated the kind of finishing ability that makes heavyweight fighting the most exciting and unpredictable division in combat sports.
His UFC career was a mix of spectacular finishes and tough losses, the typical journey of a heavyweight who carries one-punch knockout power but faces the razor-thin margins of the biggest weight class. At heavyweight, any punch can end any fight, and Sherman was both the beneficiary and victim of that reality across his Octagon tenure.
Gamebred Bareknuckle MMA
Sherman's move to Gamebred Bareknuckle MMA positioned him as a significant heavyweight addition to the promotion's roster. In Gamebred's format, where fighters compete under MMA rules without gloves, Sherman's striking power is amplified while his wrestling and ground game provide additional tools. The heavyweight division in bareknuckle MMA produces some of the most dramatic moments in the sport, and Sherman's presence adds depth and legitimate UFC-level talent to the weight class.
Fighting Style
Sherman is a power striker at heavyweight who fights with controlled aggression. His primary weapons are his right hand -- a heavy, fast punch that has produced multiple professional knockouts -- and his left hook, which he throws with the kind of commitment that either ends fights or opens him up for counters. He fights best when he can set his feet and let his hands go in short, violent bursts.
In the bareknuckle MMA format, Sherman's striking takes on a new dimension. Without gloves, his already-significant punching power is amplified, and the full MMA ruleset allows him to threaten with takedowns that keep opponents guessing about his intentions. His size and athleticism at heavyweight make him a physical problem for opponents, and his experience against UFC-caliber competition gives him a composure under fire that less experienced fighters cannot match.
Legacy
Chase Sherman's legacy spans both traditional MMA and the emerging world of bareknuckle MMA. His UFC career demonstrated that he could compete at the highest level of heavyweight fighting, producing knockout victories against legitimate opponents. His move to Gamebred Bareknuckle MMA represents a willingness to compete in a new format that tests fighters in ways that traditional MMA does not.
His presence in Gamebred adds to the growing roster of UFC veterans who have found competitive homes in bareknuckle formats, lending credibility to the promotion and providing the kind of name recognition that helps build audiences.
Watch
Watch Chase Sherman at Gamebred Bareknuckle MMA on YouTube
Related Fighters
- Todd Duffee -- fellow Gamebred heavyweight
- Anthony Smith -- UFC veteran in Gamebred
- Jorge Masvidal -- Gamebred BKMMA founder
