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AJ Cunningham

"The Savage"
12-5-0United StatesUnited StatesLast 5
Amateur MMA 11-4

Last fight: Win vs Joe Penafiel · TKO · Aug 29, 2026

12-5-0 · 9 finishes · Full stats →
LAST FIGHT
LOSSvs SuYoung YouUD · R3 5:00
UFCUFC Fight Night: Vettori vs Dolidze 2·March 15, 2025

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CAREER SUMMARY

AJ Cunningham holds a professional MMA record of 12-5-0. Cunningham has won 12 fights: 5 by KO/TKO, 4 by submission, 3 by decision. Of 5 career losses, 2 came by KO/TKO and 0 by submission. In the UFC, Cunningham lands 2.65 significant strikes per minute with 41% accuracy and averages 0.00 takedowns per 15 minutes. Cunningham also has 1 recorded Special rules bout. Most recent fight: March 15, 2025. Tracked organizations: UFC.

Profile

Height
5'10"178 cm
Weight
135 lbs61 kg
Reach
71"180 cm
Stance
Orthodox
DOB
Sep 7, 1994
Age
32
Nationality
United States
Birthplace
Phoenix, Arizona, United States

Career history

  1. WIN
    vs Joe Penafiel
    Duel Arena 1: Perry vs. Jenkins· Aug 29, 2026· Lightweight· 12-5 vs 12-11
    TKO
    R1 · 4:04
  2. WIN
    vs Justice Lamparez
    RDC 9: As Real As it Gets· Dec 9, 2023· Lightweight· 11-3 vs 8-11
    TKO
    R1 · 2:32
  3. WIN
    vs Jason Mullen
    Fury FC 79: Rodrigues vs. Holmes· May 7, 2023· Featherweight· 10-2 vs 6-5
    SUB
    R3 · 2:09
  4. WIN
    vs Shea Conley
    LFA 138: Farias vs. Tanaka· Aug 5, 2022· Catchweight· 9-2 vs 6-5
    UD
  5. WIN
    vs Jonathan Jackson×1Title bout · Title win #1
    Attitude MMA Fights 22· Sep 25, 2021· Lightweight· 8-2 vs 5-3
    SD
  6. LOSS
    vs Javier Garcia
    LFA 102: Souza vs. Johns· Mar 19, 2021· Featherweight· 7-2 vs 6-3
    UD
  7. WIN
    Pyramid Fights 16· Dec 5, 2020· Featherweight· 7-1 vs 5-3
    TKO
    R2 · 3:57
  8. WIN
    vs Jewel Scott
    iKon Fighting Federation 1· Sep 24, 2020· Featherweight· 6-1 vs 3-4
    UD
  9. WIN
    vs Aaron Ulroan
    MMAX FC 8: Mardi Gras Fight Night 2· Jun 20, 2020· Lightweight· 5-1 vs 2-5
    TKO
    R1 · 1:29
  10. LOSS
    vs Solo Hatley Jr.
    Pyramid Fights 14· Nov 16, 2019· Featherweight· 4-1 vs 7-2
    UD
  11. WIN
    vs Johnnie Roades
    Pyramid Fights 12· Jun 22, 2019· Featherweight· 4-0 vs 9-17
    SUB
    R1 · 3:06
  12. WIN
    vs Kevin Henry
    Pyramid Fights 11· Apr 13, 2019· Featherweight· 3-0 vs 1-8
    TKO
    R1 · 2:52
  13. WIN
    vs Jose Zuniga
    Pyramid Fights 9· Nov 17, 2018· Featherweight· 2-0 vs 0-1
    SUB
    R1 · 4:04
  14. WIN
    vs Jesse Hancock
    Pyramid Fights 8· Aug 18, 2018· Featherweight· 1-0 vs 0-1
    SUB
    R2 · 1:57

Title bout· ×N = title win number N in that promotion

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

  • Law School MMA

Career stats

Pro MMARecord: 12-5-0 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed4.21per min
29% accuracy
Strikes absorbed6.30per min
48% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed0.00per 15 min
0% success
Takedowns stuffed46%
Submission attempts0.5per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 0-2-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed2.65per min
41% accuracy
Strikes absorbed3.98per min
37% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed0.00per 15 min
Takedowns stuffed46%
Submission attempts0.8per 15 min
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Salary & career earnings

Disclosed purses, reported paydays and what we estimate AJ Cunningham earns per fight.

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1614▲22
Peak
1667May 7, 2023
Rated fights
17
150016002019202120232025Aug 18, 2018 · 1541Nov 17, 2018 · 1576Apr 13, 2019 · 1597Jun 22, 2019 · 1622Nov 16, 2019 · 1593Jun 20, 2020 · 1617Sep 24, 2020 · 1629Dec 5, 2020 · 1646Mar 19, 2021 · 1618Sep 25, 2021 · 1628Aug 5, 2022 · 1644May 7, 2023 · 1667Sep 12, 2023 · 1629Dec 9, 2023 · 1642Mar 2, 2024 · 1622Mar 15, 2025 · 1607Aug 29, 2026 · 16141614

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Frequently asked questions

When does AJ Cunningham fight next?

AJ Cunningham has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is AJ Cunningham's record?

AJ Cunningham's professional MMA record is 12-5-0.

Who is AJ Cunningham fighting next?

AJ Cunningham's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did AJ Cunningham fight last?

AJ Cunningham most recently fought SuYoung You at UFC Fight Night: Vettori vs Dolidze 2 on Saturday, March 15, 2025, LOSS (Unanimous Decision).

What weight class does AJ Cunningham fight in?

AJ Cunningham fights at Bantamweight.

How many knockouts does AJ Cunningham have?

AJ Cunningham has 5 wins by KO/TKO and 4 wins by submission.

How tall is AJ Cunningham?

AJ Cunningham is 5'10" (178 cm) tall.

How much does AJ Cunningham weigh?

AJ Cunningham weighs 135 lbs (61 kg).

What is AJ Cunningham's reach?

AJ Cunningham has a reach of 71" (180 cm).

How old is AJ Cunningham?

AJ Cunningham is 32 years old (born Sep 7, 1994).

Where is AJ Cunningham from?

AJ Cunningham is from the United States.

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