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Anton Zafir

"The Professor"
8-4-0AustraliaAustraliaLast 5
Amateur MMA 1-0

Last fight: Loss vs Theo Christakos · Submission · Apr 7, 2018

LAST FIGHT
LOSSvs Li JingliangTKO · R1 2:46
UFCThe Ultimate Fighter: Team Joanna vs Team Cláudia Finale·July 8, 2016

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CAREER SUMMARY

Anton Zafir holds a professional MMA record of 8-4-0. Zafir has won 8 fights: 4 by KO/TKO, 3 by submission, 1 by decision. Of 4 career losses, 3 came by KO/TKO and 1 by submission. Most recent fight: July 8, 2016. Tracked organizations: UFC.

Profile

Height
5'11"180 cm
Weight
170 lbs77 kg
Stance
Orthodox
DOB
May 10, 1987
Age
39
Nationality
Australia
Birthplace
Cairnes, Australia

Career history

  1. LOSS
    vs Theo Christakos
    Australian FC 22· Apr 7, 2018· Welterweight· 8-4 vs 10-2
    SUB
    R1 · 4:15
  2. WIN
    vs Hoshi Friedrich
    Australian FC 20· Jul 28, 2017· Welterweight· 8-3 vs 5-5
    TKO
    R1 · 3:31
  3. LOSS
    vs Li Jingliang
    UFC · The Ultimate Fighter: Team Joanna vs Team Cláudia Finale· Jul 8, 2016· Welterweight· 7-3 vs 11-4
    TKO
    R1 · 2:46
  4. LOSS
    vs James Moontasri
    UFC 193: Rousey vs Holm· Nov 15, 2015· Welterweight· 7-2 vs 9-3
    TKO
    R1 · 4:36
  5. WIN
    vs Ryan Heketa×1Title bout · Title win #1
    Nitro MMA 13· Mar 21, 2015· Welterweight· 7-1 vs 5-2
    TKO
    R1 · 4:12
  6. WIN
    vs Corey Nelson
    Nitro MMA 11· Mar 8, 2014· Welterweight· 6-1 vs 16-5-1
    UD
  7. WIN
    vs Tristan Murphy
    Airlie Fight Night· Nov 30, 2013· 5-1 vs 2-1
    TKO
  8. WIN
    vs Shane Gregory
    Carnage in the Cage· Sep 7, 2013· 4-1 vs 3-3-1
    SUB
  9. WIN
    vs Rod Staader
    UCU 1· Aug 10, 2013· Welterweight· 3-1 vs 5-7
    SUB
    R1 · 2:24
  10. LOSS
    vs Alexander Volkanovski
    Roshambo MMA 1· Apr 6, 2013· Welterweight· 2-1 vs 3-0
    TKO
    R4 · 2:19
  11. WIN
    vs Paul Cavacus
    Warriors Realm 15· Aug 18, 2012· Welterweight· 2-0 vs 2-1
    SUB
    R2 · 1:48
  12. WIN
    vs Jake Taylor
    Australia Regional· Jun 1, 2012· 1-0 vs 0-2
    TKO

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

Career stats

Pro MMARecord: 8-4-0 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed2.99per min
65% accuracy
Strikes absorbed2.31per min
53% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed6.11per 15 min
60% success
Takedowns stuffed0%
Submission attempts0.0per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 0-2-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed2.99per min
65% accuracy
Strikes absorbed2.31per min
53% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed6.11per 15 min
60% success
Takedowns stuffed0%
Submission attempts0.0per 15 min

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1606▼26
Peak
1682Mar 21, 2015
Rated fights
12
150016001700201320142015201620172018Jun 1, 2012 · 1541Aug 18, 2012 · 1585Apr 6, 2013 · 1531Aug 10, 2013 · 1563Sep 7, 2013 · 1595Nov 30, 2013 · 1635Mar 8, 2014 · 1655Mar 21, 2015 · 1682Nov 14, 2015 · 1647Jul 8, 2016 · 1615Jul 28, 2017 · 1632Apr 7, 2018 · 16061606

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Frequently asked questions

When does Anton Zafir fight next?

Anton Zafir has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Anton Zafir's record?

Anton Zafir's professional MMA record is 8-4-0.

Who is Anton Zafir fighting next?

Anton Zafir's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Anton Zafir fight last?

Anton Zafir most recently fought Li Jingliang at The Ultimate Fighter: Team Joanna vs Team Cláudia Finale on Friday, July 8, 2016, LOSS (TKO).

What weight class does Anton Zafir fight in?

Anton Zafir fights at Welterweight.

How many knockouts does Anton Zafir have?

Anton Zafir has 4 wins by KO/TKO and 3 wins by submission.

How tall is Anton Zafir?

Anton Zafir is 5'11" (180 cm) tall.

How much does Anton Zafir weigh?

Anton Zafir weighs 170 lbs (77 kg).

How old is Anton Zafir?

Anton Zafir is 39 years old (born May 10, 1987).

Where is Anton Zafir from?

Anton Zafir is from Australia.

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