MARTIN STAPLETON

MARTIN ‘.50 CAL’ STAPLETON

A former royal marine commando, Stapes, as he’s more commonly known is a pioneer and legend of UK MMA. Having competed on season 9 of the UFCs The Ultimate Fighter reaching the quarterfinals, a short stint in Bellator and also fighting for well-known promotion Cage Warriors, Stapes’ career high came by winning the BAMMA lightweight world title in 2015.

Stapes is head coach at SBG Rochdale, coaching the next generation of UK MMA stars.