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Carmelo Marrero

"The Fury"
16-6-0United StatesUnited StatesLast 5

Last fight: Win vs Shelton Graves · Submission · Oct 25, 2013

16-6-0 · 10 finishes · Full stats →
LAST FIGHT
LOSSvs Ryan BaderUD · R3 5:00
UFCUFC Fight Night: Condit vs Kampmann·April 1, 2009

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CAREER SUMMARY

Carmelo Marrero holds a professional MMA record of 16-6-0. Marrero has won 16 fights: 3 by KO/TKO, 7 by submission, 6 by decision. Of 6 career losses, 0 came by KO/TKO and 2 by submission. In the UFC, Marrero lands 0.74 significant strikes per minute with 33% accuracy and averages 2.47 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: April 1, 2009. Tracked organizations: UFC, WEC.

Profile

Height
6'0"183 cm
Weight
205 lbs93 kg
Reach
73"185 cm
Stance
Orthodox
DOB
Jan 26, 1981
Age
45
Nationality
United States
Birthplace
Douglasville, Pennsylvania, United States

Career history

  1. WIN
    vs Shelton Graves
    XFE 28: Atiyeh vs. Gratalo 2· Oct 25, 2013· Heavyweight· 16-6 vs 2-3
    SUB
    R1 · 1:33
  2. WIN
    vs JA Dudley
    XFE 24· Jun 8, 2013· Heavyweight· 15-6 vs 6-11
    TKO
    R2 · 1:54
  3. LOSS
    vs Lew Polley
    Bellator 77· Oct 19, 2012· Catchweight· 14-6 vs 12-4
    UD
  4. WIN
    vs Scott Barrett
    XFC 14: Resurrection· Oct 21, 2011· Heavyweight· 14-5 vs 10-3
    UD
  5. LOSS
    vs Mark Holata
    C3 Fights· Jan 29, 2011· 13-5 vs 10-2
    DEC
  6. WIN
    vs Steven Banks
    World Cagefighting Championships· Oct 9, 2010· 13-4 vs 5-6
    SUB
  7. WIN
    vs Brian Heden
    C3 Fights· Jul 17, 2010· 12-4 vs 19-9
    DEC
  8. WIN
    vs Wayne Cole
    C3 Fights· Feb 13, 2010· 11-4 vs 16-14
    SUB
  9. LOSS
    vs Antwain Britt
    Aruba Regional· Sep 5, 2009· 10-4 vs 9-2
    DEC
  10. LOSS
    vs Ryan Bader
    UFC Fight Night: Condit vs Kampmann· Apr 1, 2009· Light Heavyweight· 10-3 vs 9-0
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  11. WIN
    vs Steve Steinbeiss
    WEC 36: Faber vs Brown· Nov 5, 2008· Light Heavyweight· 10-2 vs 4-2
    SD
    R3 · 5:00
  12. WIN
    vs Chuck Huus
    C3 Fights 11· Sep 19, 2008· Heavyweight· 9-2 vs 0-2
    SUB
  13. WIN
    vs Unknown opponent
    C3 Fights· Aug 16, 2008· 8-2
    SUB
  14. NC
    vs Mike Ciesnolevicz
    IFL 21: New Jersey· Apr 4, 2008· Light Heavyweight· 7-2 vs 13-3
    NC
    R1 · 1:37
  15. WIN
    vs Rafael del Real
    California Regional· Nov 7, 2007· 7-2 vs 4-8
    TKO
  16. LOSS
    vs Wilson Gouveia
    UFC 71: Liddell vs Jackson· May 27, 2007· Light Heavyweight· 6-2 vs 9-4
    SUB
    R1 · 3:06
  17. LOSS
    vs Gabriel Gonzaga
    UFC 66: Liddell vs Ortiz 2· Dec 30, 2006· Heavyweight· 6-1 vs 7-1
    SUB
    R1 · 3:22
  18. WIN
    vs Cheick Kongo
    UFC 64: UNSTOPPABLE· Oct 14, 2006· Heavyweight· 6-0 vs 9-3-1
    SD
    R3 · 5:00
  19. WIN
    vs Petrus Walker
    CFFC 1· Jun 30, 2006· Heavyweight· 5-0 vs 2-1-1
    TKO
    R1 · 2:43
  20. WIN
    vs Dale Carson
    Euphoria Mix Fighting Championship· Mar 4, 2006· 4-0 vs 2-7
    SUB
  21. WIN
    vs Sherman Pendergarst
    Reality Fighting 9· Aug 6, 2005· 3-0 vs 2-2
    UD
  22. WIN
    vs Chris Volo
    Reality Fighting 8· Apr 2, 2005· 2-0 vs 0-1
    UD
  23. WIN
    vs Chris Dippolito
    Reality Fighting 7· Oct 16, 2004· 1-0 vs 0-1
    SUB
    R1 · 1:02

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

  • American Top Team

Fight DNA

Grappling Specialist

UFCalendar's style model · Light Heavyweight roster (213 fighters)

PowerSpeedPrecisionDurabilityEngineWrestlingGround
Punch power48
Kick power70
Punch speed50
Kick speed64
Accuracy47
Takedowns95
Ground striking98
Submissions50
Chin74
Body strength93
Cardio84

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

By the numbers

Pro MMARecord: 16-6-0 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed0.74per min
33% accuracy
Strikes absorbed1.76per min
54% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed2.47per 15 min
40% success
Takedowns stuffed40%
Submission attempts0.0per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 1-3-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed0.74per min
33% accuracy
Strikes absorbed1.76per min
54% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed2.47per 15 min
40% success
Takedowns stuffed40%
Submission attempts0.0per 15 min
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Where they rank

All-time boards where Carmelo Marrero sits in the top 25.

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Salary & career earnings

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1665▲7
Peak
1676Oct 14, 2006
Rated fights
21
1500160020052007200920112013Oct 16, 2004 · 1541Apr 2, 2005 · 1565Aug 6, 2005 · 1592Mar 4, 2006 · 1615Jun 30, 2006 · 1651Oct 14, 2006 · 1676Dec 30, 2006 · 1642May 27, 2007 · 1606Nov 7, 2007 · 1617Sep 19, 2008 · 1631Nov 5, 2008 · 1642Apr 1, 2009 · 1624Sep 5, 2009 · 1610Feb 13, 2010 · 1628Jul 17, 2010 · 1645Oct 9, 2010 · 1661Jan 29, 2011 · 1643Oct 21, 2011 · 1666Oct 19, 2012 · 1653Jun 8, 2013 · 1658Oct 25, 2013 · 16651665

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Frequently asked questions

When does Carmelo Marrero fight next?

Carmelo Marrero has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Carmelo Marrero's record?

Carmelo Marrero's professional MMA record is 16-6-0.

Who is Carmelo Marrero fighting next?

Carmelo Marrero's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Carmelo Marrero fight last?

Carmelo Marrero most recently fought Ryan Bader at UFC Fight Night: Condit vs Kampmann on Wednesday, April 1, 2009, LOSS (Unanimous Decision).

What weight class does Carmelo Marrero fight in?

Carmelo Marrero fights at Light Heavyweight.

How many knockouts does Carmelo Marrero have?

Carmelo Marrero has 3 wins by KO/TKO and 7 wins by submission.

How tall is Carmelo Marrero?

Carmelo Marrero is 6'0" (183 cm) tall.

How much does Carmelo Marrero weigh?

Carmelo Marrero weighs 205 lbs (93 kg).

What is Carmelo Marrero's reach?

Carmelo Marrero has a reach of 73" (185 cm).

How old is Carmelo Marrero?

Carmelo Marrero is 45 years old (born Jan 26, 1981).

Where is Carmelo Marrero from?

Carmelo Marrero is from the United States.

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