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Aaron Simpson

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12-5-0★ 2bonusesUnited StatesUnited StatesLast 5

Last fight: Loss vs Joshua Burkman · TKO · Mar 23, 2013

12-5-0 · 7 finishes · Full stats →
LAST FIGHT
LOSSvs Mike PierceTKO · R2 0:29
UFCUFC on FX: Browne vs Bigfoot·October 5, 2012

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CAREER SUMMARY

Aaron Simpson holds a professional MMA record of 12-5-0. Simpson has won 12 fights: 6 by KO/TKO, 1 by submission, 5 by decision. Of 5 career losses, 3 came by KO/TKO and 0 by submission. In the UFC, Simpson lands 3.58 significant strikes per minute with 53% accuracy and averages 3.79 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: October 5, 2012. Tracked organizations: UFC, WEC.

Profile

Height
6'0"183 cm
Weight
170 lbs77 kg
Reach
73"185 cm
Stance
Orthodox
DOB
Jul 20, 1974
Age
52
Nationality
United States
Birthplace
Gunnison, Colorado, United States

Career history

  1. LOSS
    WSOF 2: Arlovski vs. Johnson· Mar 23, 2013· Welterweight· 12-5 vs 25-9
    TKO
    R1 · 3:04
  2. WIN
    vs Unknown opponent
    Mexico Regional· May 31, 2008· 4-0
    TKO
  3. WIN
    vs Unknown opponent
    Tuff-N-Uff· Feb 1, 2008· 3-0
    TKO
  4. WIN
    vs Unknown opponent
    Cayman Islands Regional· Oct 5, 2007· 2-0
    TKO
  5. WIN
    vs Unknown opponent
    Arizona Regional· Apr 16, 2000· 1-0
    SUB

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

  • Power MMA Team

Fight DNA

Grappling Specialist

UFCalendar's style model · Welterweight roster (398 fighters)

PowerSpeedPrecisionDurabilityEngineWrestlingGround
Takedown Machine
98 · top 2% in division
Punch power94
Kick power74
Punch speed75
Kick speed75
Accuracy73
Takedowns98
Ground striking98
Submissions82
Chin85
Body strength91
Cardio83

Attributes are rated 0-100 by UFCalendar's style model.

By the numbers

Pro MMARecord: 12-5-0 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed3.58per min
53% accuracy
Strikes absorbed2.53per min
56% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed3.79per 15 min
35% success
Takedowns stuffed83%
Submission attempts0.5per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 7-4-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed3.58per min
53% accuracy
Strikes absorbed2.53per min
56% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed3.79per 15 min
35% success
Takedowns stuffed83%
Submission attempts0.5per 15 min
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Where they rank

All-time boards where Aaron Simpson sits in the top 25.

Bonus résumé

Aaron Simpson has won 2 UFC post-fight bonuses.

★ Fight of the Night ×1★ KO of the Night ×1
  1. ★ FOTNvs Tom Lawlor · UFC Fight Night: Maynard vs DiazJan 11, 2010
  2. ★ KOTNvs Tim McKenzie · UFC Fight Night: Condit vs KampmannApr 1, 2009

Estimates use each era's real amount: $50,000 from 2012, $100,000 from UFC 324, plus $25,000 finish incentives. 2 pre-2012 awards are not priced · amounts varied per event.

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Salary & career earnings

Disclosed purses, reported paydays and what we estimate Aaron Simpson earns per fight.

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1706▼31
Peak
1769Jul 11, 2012
Rated fights
15
15001600170020092010201120122013Nov 5, 2008 · 1564Apr 1, 2009 · 1680Apr 1, 2009 · 1611Aug 29, 2009 · 1746Jan 11, 2010 · 1763Jun 19, 2010 · 1702Nov 21, 2010 · 1679Mar 26, 2011 · 1721Mar 26, 2011 · 1695Jul 2, 2011 · 1744Oct 9, 2011 · 1761Feb 15, 2012 · 1747Jul 11, 2012 · 1769Oct 5, 2012 · 1737Mar 23, 2013 · 17061706

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Frequently asked questions

When does Aaron Simpson fight next?

Aaron Simpson has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Aaron Simpson's record?

Aaron Simpson's professional MMA record is 12-5-0.

Who is Aaron Simpson fighting next?

Aaron Simpson's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Aaron Simpson fight last?

Aaron Simpson most recently fought Mike Pierce at UFC on FX: Browne vs Bigfoot on Friday, October 5, 2012, LOSS (TKO).

What weight class does Aaron Simpson fight in?

Aaron Simpson fights at Welterweight.

How many knockouts does Aaron Simpson have?

Aaron Simpson has 6 wins by KO/TKO and 1 win by submission.

How many UFC bonuses has Aaron Simpson won?

Aaron Simpson has won 2 UFC post-fight bonuses: 1× Fight of the Night, 1× KO of the Night.

How tall is Aaron Simpson?

Aaron Simpson is 6'0" (183 cm) tall.

How much does Aaron Simpson weigh?

Aaron Simpson weighs 170 lbs (77 kg).

What is Aaron Simpson's reach?

Aaron Simpson has a reach of 73" (185 cm).

How old is Aaron Simpson?

Aaron Simpson is 52 years old (born Jul 20, 1974).

Where is Aaron Simpson from?

Aaron Simpson is from the United States.

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