Richie Smullen Arklow’s European Lightweight Contender
Richie Smullen is a 33-year-old MMA fighter from Arklow Ireland who has quietly built a 14-3-1 professional record training out of SBG Ireland. Standing 5'9\" his approach in the lightweight division is rooted in steady activity rather than flash promotion. Over the past two years he has maintained a presence in both the Europe region and the United Kingdom & Ireland sub-region, the only areas where he has fought at least two of his last six bouts.
Smullen currently sits at number 39 in the Europe lightweight rankings, a direct reflection of his recent fight schedule and consistent run of performances. His two most recent outings at 155 pounds cement his status at lightweight in every region where he appears on the list. While he has yet to break into the top 30, his record and regional ties underscore a deliberate climb.
Born and raised on Ireland’s east coast, Smullen has carved out a path defined by resilience rather than spectacle. He may not headline major international cards yet but his routine presence across regional shows and his ability to finish fights speak to a fighter who is building momentum one matchup at a time.
