Brandon Vera

"The Truth"

16-10-0

United StatesLast 5

Grappling 0-1

Last fight: Loss vs Amir Aliakbari · TKO · Dec 3, 2022

16-10-0 · 12 finishes · Full stats →

LAST FIGHT

LOSSvs Amir AliakbariTKO · R1

ONEONE 164: Pacio vs Brooks·December 3, 2022

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Brandon Vera holds a professional MMA record of 16-10-0. Vera has 27 professional MMA bouts on record. Vera has won 16 fights: 11 by KO/TKO, 1 by submission, 4 by decision. Of 11 career losses, 8 came by KO/TKO and 0 by submission. In the UFC, Vera lands 3.07 significant strikes per minute with 56% accuracy and averages 0.73 takedowns per 15 minutes. Vera also has 1 recorded Grappling bout. Most recent fight: December 3, 2022. Tracked organizations: ONE, UFC, WEC.

Profile

Height: 6'3"191 cm
Weight: 230 lbs104 kg
Reach: 78"198 cm
Stance: Orthodox
DOB: Oct 10, 1977
Age: 49
Nationality: United States
Birthplace: Norfolk, Virginia, United States

Career history

LOSS
vs Amir Aliakbari
ONE 164: Pacio vs Brooks· Dec 3, 2022· Heavyweight· 16-10 vs 12-3
TKO
R1
LOSS
vs Arjan BhullarTitle bout
ONE · Dangal· May 15, 2021· Heavyweight· 16-9 vs 11-1
TKO
R2
LOSS
vs Arjan Bhullar
One Championship - Dangal· Apr 28, 2021· Heavyweight
TKO
R2 · 4:27
LOSS
vs Aung La N SangTitle bout
ONE · CENTURY PART I· Oct 13, 2019· Light Heavyweight· 16-8 vs 26-10
TKO
R2 · 3:23
WIN
vs Mauro Cerilli×3Title bout · Title win #3
ONE · Conquest Of Champions· Nov 23, 2018· Heavyweight· 16-7 vs 12-3
KO
R1 · 1:04
WIN
vs Hideki Sekine×2Title bout · Title win #2
ONE · Age Of Domination· Dec 2, 2016· Heavyweight· 15-7 vs 6-1
TKO
R1 · 3:11
WIN
vs Paul Cheng×1Title bout · Title win #1
ONE · Spirit Of Champions· Dec 11, 2015· Heavyweight· 14-7 vs 5-2
KO
R1 · 0:26
WIN
vs Igor Subora
ONE · Warrior’s Way· Dec 5, 2014· Heavyweight· 13-7 vs 5-2
TKO
R1 · 3:54
LOSS
vs Ben Rothwell
UFC 164: Henderson vs Pettis 2· Aug 31, 2013· Heavyweight· 12-7 vs 31-9
TKO
R3 · 1:54
LOSS
vs Mauricio Rua
UFC on FOX: Shogun vs Vera· Aug 4, 2012· Light Heavyweight· 12-6 vs 21-6
TKO
R4 · 4:09
WIN
vs Eliot Marshall
UFC 137: Penn vs Diaz· Oct 29, 2011· Light Heavyweight· 12-5 vs 11-4
UD
R3 · 5:00
NC
vs Thiago Silva
UFC 125: RESOLUTION· Jan 2, 2011· Light Heavyweight· 11-5 vs 14-2
Overturned
R3 · 5:00
LOSS
vs Jon Jones
UFC Live: Vera vs Jones· Mar 21, 2010· Light Heavyweight· 11-5 vs 10-1
TKO
R1 · 3:19
LOSS
vs Randy Couture
UFC 105: Couture vs Vera· Nov 14, 2009· Light Heavyweight· 11-4 vs 17-10
UD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Krzysztof Soszynski
UFC 102: Couture vs Nogueira· Aug 29, 2009· Light Heavyweight· 11-3 vs 23-10-1
UD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Michael Patt
UFC 96: Jackson vs Jardine· Mar 6, 2009· Light Heavyweight· 10-3 vs 12-4
TKO
R2 · 1:27
LOSS
vs Keith Jardine
UFC 89: Bisping vs Leben· Oct 18, 2008· Light Heavyweight· 9-3 vs 15-4-1
SD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Reese Andy
UFC: Silva vs Irvin· Jul 19, 2008· Light Heavyweight· 9-2 vs 7-2-1
UD
R3 · 5:00
LOSS
vs Fabricio Werdum
UFC 85: BEDLAM· Jun 7, 2008· Heavyweight· 8-2 vs 11-3-1
TKO
R1 · 4:40
LOSS
vs Tim Sylvia
UFC 77: HOSTILE TERRITORY· Oct 20, 2007· Heavyweight· 8-1 vs 24-3
UD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Frank Mir
UFC 65: BAD INTENTIONS· Nov 18, 2006· Heavyweight· 8-0 vs 9-3
TKO
R1 · 1:09
WIN
vs Assuerio Silva
UFC 60: Hughes vs Gracie· May 26, 2006· Heavyweight· 7-0 vs 11-5
SUB
R1 · 2:39
WIN
vs Justin Eilers
UFC 57: Liddell vs Couture 3· Feb 4, 2006· Heavyweight· 6-0 vs 9-5-1
TKO
R1 · 1:25
WIN
vs Fabiano Scherner
UFC Fight Night 2· Oct 3, 2005· Heavyweight· 5-0 vs 5-2
TKO
R2 · 3:22
WIN
vs Mike Whitehead
WEC 13: Heavyweight Explosion· Jan 21, 2005· Heavyweight· 4-0 vs 6-4
TKO
R2 · 1:12
WIN
vs André Mussi
WEC 13: Heavyweight Explosion· Jan 21, 2005· Heavyweight· 3-0 vs 2-2
TKO
R1 · 0:51
WIN
vs Don Richards
Ohio Regional· Sep 13, 2003· 2-0 vs 3-2-1
DEC
WIN
vs Adam Rivera
Virginia Regional· Jul 6, 2002· 1-0 vs 0-2
TKO

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

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

Alliance MMA

Fight DNA

Knockout Artist

UFCalendar's style model · Heavyweight roster (255 fighters)

One-Shot Power

99 · top 1% in division

Sniper

98 · top 5% in division

Granite Base

97 · top 2% in division

Punch power99

Kick power98

Punch speed97

Kick speed97

Accuracy98

Takedowns70

Ground striking95

Submissions74

Chin96

Body strength97

Cardio64

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

By the numbers

Pro MMARecord: 16-10-0 · Source: UFCalendar

Striking

Strikes landed3.08per min

56% accuracy

Strikes absorbed3.03per min

52% avoided

Grappling

Takedowns landed0.70per 15 min

50% success

Takedowns stuffed60%

Submission attempts0.2per 15 min

UFC careerRecord: 8-7-0 (1 NC) · Source: UFCStats.com

Striking

Strikes landed3.07per min

56% accuracy

Strikes absorbed2.93per min

52% avoided

Grappling

Takedowns landed0.73per 15 min

53% success

Takedowns stuffed60%

Submission attempts0.2per 15 min

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Where they rank

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

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Salary & career earnings

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

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current: 1569▼11
Peak: 1802Nov 18, 2006
Rated fights: 27

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Frequently asked questions

When does Brandon Vera fight next?

Brandon Vera has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Brandon Vera's record?

Brandon Vera's professional MMA record is 16-10-0.

Who is Brandon Vera fighting next?

Brandon Vera's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Brandon Vera fight last?

Brandon Vera most recently fought Amir Aliakbari at ONE 164: Pacio vs Brooks on Saturday, December 3, 2022, LOSS (TKO).

What weight class does Brandon Vera fight in?

Brandon Vera fights at Heavyweight.

How many knockouts does Brandon Vera have?

Brandon Vera has 11 wins by KO/TKO and 1 win by submission.

How tall is Brandon Vera?

Brandon Vera is 6'3" (191 cm) tall.

How much does Brandon Vera weigh?

Brandon Vera weighs 230 lbs (104 kg).

What is Brandon Vera's reach?

Brandon Vera has a reach of 78" (198 cm).

How old is Brandon Vera?

Brandon Vera is 49 years old (born Oct 10, 1977).

Where is Brandon Vera from?

Brandon Vera is from the United States.

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CAREER SUMMARY