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Besam Yousef

7-4-0SyriaSyriaLast 5

Last fight: Win vs Max Duarte · Submission · Nov 29, 2014

LAST FIGHT
LOSSvs Papy AbediSD · R3 5:00
UFCUFC on FUEL TV: Mousasi vs Latifi·April 7, 2013

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CAREER SUMMARY

Besam Yousef holds a professional MMA record of 7-4-0. Yousef has won 7 fights: 2 by KO/TKO, 4 by submission, 1 by decision. Of 4 career losses, 0 came by KO/TKO and 2 by submission. Most recent fight: April 7, 2013. Tracked organizations: UFC.

Profile

Height
5'11"180 cm
Weight
170 lbs77 kg
Stance
Orthodox
DOB
Mar 25, 1985
Age
41
Nationality
Syria
Birthplace
Al-Hassake, Syria

Career history

  1. WIN
    vs Max Duarte
    Superior Challenge 11· Nov 29, 2014· Welterweight· 7-4 vs 4-3
    SUB
    R2
  2. LOSS
    vs David Bielkheden
    Superior Challenge 10· May 3, 2014· Welterweight· 6-4 vs 19-12
    UD
  3. LOSS
    vs Danny Mitchell
    Superior Challenge 9· Nov 23, 2013· Catchweight· 6-3 vs 14-4-1
    SUB
    R2 · 2:13
  4. LOSS
    vs Papy Abedi
    UFC on FUEL TV: Mousasi vs Latifi· Apr 7, 2013· Welterweight· 6-2 vs 9-2
    SD
    R3 · 5:00
  5. LOSS
    vs Simeon Thoresen
    UFC on FUEL TV: Gustafsson vs Silva· Apr 15, 2012· Welterweight· 6-1 vs 17-2-1
    SUB
    R2 · 2:36
  6. WIN
    vs Jason Ponet
    The Zone Pro League· May 7, 2011· 6-0 vs 5-6
    SUB
  7. WIN
    vs Joao Neves
    The Zone Pro League· Mar 27, 2010· 5-0 vs 0-2
    SUB
  8. WIN
    vs Unknown opponent
    The Zone Pro League· Nov 7, 2009· 4-0
    DEC
  9. WIN
    vs Unknown opponent
    The Zone Pro League· Apr 24, 2009· 3-0
    TKO
  10. WIN
    vs Thomas Formo
    The Zone Pro League· Nov 8, 2008· 2-0 vs 0-1
    SUB
  11. WIN
    vs Fredrik Klingsell
    The Zone Pro League· May 10, 2008· 1-0 vs 0-5
    TKO

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

  • Gladius MMA

Career stats

Pro MMARecord: 7-4-0 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed3.14per min
53% accuracy
Strikes absorbed3.98per min
39% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed1.33per 15 min
67% success
Takedowns stuffed50%
Submission attempts0.0per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 0-2-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed3.14per min
53% accuracy
Strikes absorbed3.98per min
39% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed1.33per 15 min
67% success
Takedowns stuffed50%
Submission attempts0.0per 15 min

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1558▲33
Peak
1612May 7, 2011
Rated fights
9
150015501600200920102011201220132014May 10, 2008 · 1530Nov 8, 2008 · 1567Mar 27, 2010 · 1588May 7, 2011 · 1612Apr 14, 2012 · 1576Apr 6, 2013 · 1560Nov 23, 2013 · 1540May 3, 2014 · 1525Nov 29, 2014 · 15581558

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Frequently asked questions

When does Besam Yousef fight next?

Besam Yousef has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Besam Yousef's record?

Besam Yousef's professional MMA record is 7-4-0.

Who is Besam Yousef fighting next?

Besam Yousef's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Besam Yousef fight last?

Besam Yousef most recently fought Papy Abedi at UFC on FUEL TV: Mousasi vs Latifi on Sunday, April 7, 2013, LOSS (Split Decision).

What weight class does Besam Yousef fight in?

Besam Yousef fights at Welterweight.

How many knockouts does Besam Yousef have?

Besam Yousef has 2 wins by KO/TKO and 4 wins by submission.

How tall is Besam Yousef?

Besam Yousef is 5'11" (180 cm) tall.

How much does Besam Yousef weigh?

Besam Yousef weighs 170 lbs (77 kg).

How old is Besam Yousef?

Besam Yousef is 41 years old (born Mar 25, 1985).

Where is Besam Yousef from?

Besam Yousef is from Syria.

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