Meet Demetrious “Mighty Mouse” Johnson
At 32, the undefeated flyweight has already clinched the world title 12 times and has fought at the highest level of MMA for over a decade. He’s no stranger to grind—it’s what got him from a modest kitchen job to a globetrotting champion.
Why He’s Grateful
- Hard‑work pays off – “I’ve been training since I was 18, and it’s opened doors I never imagined.”
- He’s sledged his career into a life that covers everything from trips to Asia to two‑step college education for his kids.
- “The biggest win? Giving my family a life I never had.”
Love Story from the Lobbys
Dreams on a dish towel: Johnson met his wife at a local chain where they both worked—he was a cook, she was a server. After he slipped her a number, their romance simmered into a wedding and three little fighters.
“We have a beautiful brood,” he says, “and they’re my entire world.”
The Drive to Keep Fighting
Faq: “What keeps you in the ring?”
Answer: “My family and the thrill of proving I’m still the best.”
He’s preparing for his debut in ONE Championship at ONE: A NEW ERA, set for March 31, Tokyo. Expect a fierce bout against Yuya “Little Piranha” Wakamatsu in the quarter‑finals of the Flyweight Grand Prix.
Goals at a Glance
- Maintain peak performance in every fight.
- Secure a comfortable future for his loved ones.
Bottom line: “I just want to step into the cage, give my all, and return home to my family.” He’s ready to bring that fire to the new stage.
