Brandon Thatch

"Rukus"

11-5-0★ 2bonuses

United StatesLast 5

Amateur MMA 3-0

Last fight: Loss vs Niko Price · Submission · Dec 30, 2016

11-5-0 · 11 finishes · Full stats →

LAST FIGHT

LOSSvs Niko PriceSUB · R1 4:30

UFCUFC 207: Nunes vs Rousey·December 30, 2016

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Brandon Thatch holds a professional MMA record of 11-5-0. Thatch has won 11 fights: 8 by KO/TKO, 3 by submission, 0 by decision. Of 5 career losses, 0 came by KO/TKO and 4 by submission. In the UFC, Thatch lands 2.70 significant strikes per minute with 43% accuracy and averages 1.36 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: December 30, 2016. Tracked organizations: UFC, STRIKEFORCE.

Profile

Height: 6'2"188 cm
Weight: 170 lbs77 kg
Reach: 74"188 cm
Stance: Switch
DOB: Jul 11, 1985
Age: 41
Nationality: United States
Birthplace: Denver, Colorado, United States

Career history

LOSS
vs Niko Price
UFC 207: Nunes vs Rousey· Dec 30, 2016· Welterweight· 11-5 vs 9-0
SUB
R1 · 4:30
LOSS
vs Siyar Bahadurzada
UFC 196: McGregor vs Diaz· Mar 5, 2016· Welterweight· 11-4 vs 22-6-2
SUB
R3 · 4:11
LOSS
vs Gunnar Nelson
UFC 189: Mendes vs McGregor· Jul 11, 2015· Welterweight· 11-3 vs 14-1-1
SUB
R1 · 2:54
LOSS
vs Benson Henderson
UFC Fight Night: Henderson vs Thatch· Feb 14, 2015· Welterweight· 11-2 vs 22-5
SUB
R4 · 3:58
FOTN
WIN
vs Paulo Thiago
UFC Fight Night: Belfort vs Henderson· Nov 9, 2013· Welterweight· 11-1 vs 15-6
TKO
R1 · 2:10
WIN
vs Justin Edwards
UFC Fight Night: Condit vs Kampmann 2· Aug 28, 2013· Welterweight· 10-1 vs 8-3
TKO
R1 · 1:23
KOTN
WIN
vs Mike Rhodes
RFA 7: Thatch vs. Rhodes· Mar 22, 2013· Welterweight· 9-1 vs 4-1
SUB
R1 · 2:22
WIN
vs Martin Grandmont
Instinct MMA 4· Jun 29, 2012· Welterweight· 8-1 vs 12-7
SUB
R1 · 1:55
WIN
vs Jory Erickson
Instinct MMA 3· Mar 31, 2012· Welterweight· 7-1 vs 8-4
TKO
R1 · 0:18
WIN
vs Patrick Vallee
Instinct MMA 2· Dec 2, 2011· Welterweight· 6-1 vs 7-2-2
TKO
R1 · 0:15
WIN
vs Chidi Njokuani
ROF 41: Bragging Rights!· Aug 20, 2011· Catchweight· 5-1 vs 5-3
TKO
R1 · 0:53
WIN
vs Chris Holland
Ring of Fire· Apr 15, 2011· 4-1 vs 2-3
TKO
WIN
vs Danny Davis Jr.
Ring of Fire· Aug 27, 2010· 3-1 vs 5-3-1
SUB
WIN
vs Michael Arrant
Ring of Fire· Jan 10, 2009· 2-1 vs 4-6
TKO
LOSS
vs Brandon Magana
Strikeforce - At the Mansion 2· Sep 19, 2008· Welterweight· 1-1 vs 6-1
SD
R3 · 3:00
WIN
vs Mike Crisman
Ring of Fire· Jun 13, 2008· 1-0 vs 6-8
TKO

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

Elevation Fight Team

Fight DNA

Knockout Artist

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

Fast Hands

98 · top 3% in division

Punch power96

Kick power69

Punch speed98

Kick speed77

Accuracy95

Takedowns64

Ground striking92

Submissions42

Chin75

Body strength90

Cardio70

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

By the numbers

Pro MMARecord: 11-5-0 · Source: UFCalendar

Striking

Strikes landed2.70per min

43% accuracy

Strikes absorbed3.63per min

53% avoided

Grappling

Takedowns landed1.36per 15 min

67% success

Takedowns stuffed50%

Submission attempts0.7per 15 min

UFC careerRecord: 2-4-0 · Source: UFCStats.com

Striking

Strikes landed2.70per min

43% accuracy

Strikes absorbed3.63per min

53% avoided

Grappling

Takedowns landed1.36per 15 min

67% success

Takedowns stuffed50%

Submission attempts0.7per 15 min

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Where they rank

All-time boards where Brandon Thatch sits in the top 25.

UFC

Bonus résumé

Brandon Thatch has won 2 UFC post-fight bonuses. Estimated bonus earnings: $100,000.

★ Fight of the Night ×1★ KO of the Night ×1

Estimates use each era's real amount: $50,000 from 2012, $100,000 from UFC 324, plus $25,000 finish incentives.

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Salary & career earnings

Disclosed purses, reported paydays and what we estimate Brandon Thatch earns per fight.

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current: 1661▼31
Peak: 1811Nov 9, 2013
Rated fights: 16

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Frequently asked questions

When does Brandon Thatch fight next?

Brandon Thatch has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Brandon Thatch's record?

Brandon Thatch's professional MMA record is 11-5-0.

Who is Brandon Thatch fighting next?

Brandon Thatch's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Brandon Thatch fight last?

Brandon Thatch most recently fought Niko Price at UFC 207: Nunes vs Rousey on Friday, December 30, 2016, LOSS (Submission).

What weight class does Brandon Thatch fight in?

Brandon Thatch fights at Welterweight.

How many knockouts does Brandon Thatch have?

Brandon Thatch has 8 wins by KO/TKO and 3 wins by submission.

How many UFC bonuses has Brandon Thatch won?

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

How tall is Brandon Thatch?

Brandon Thatch is 6'2" (188 cm) tall.

How much does Brandon Thatch weigh?

Brandon Thatch weighs 170 lbs (77 kg).

What is Brandon Thatch's reach?

Brandon Thatch has a reach of 74" (188 cm).

How old is Brandon Thatch?

Brandon Thatch is 41 years old (born Jul 11, 1985).

Where is Brandon Thatch from?

Brandon Thatch is from the United States.

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CAREER SUMMARY