Chris Cariaso

"Kamikaze"

17-8-0

United StatesLast 5

Muay Thai 2-0

Last fight: Loss vs Sergio Pettis · Unanimous Decision · Oct 3, 2015

17-8-0 · 5 finishes · Full stats →

LAST FIGHT

LOSSvs Sergio PettisUD · R3 5:00

UFCUFC 192: Cormier vs Gustafsson·October 3, 2015

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Chris Cariaso holds a professional MMA record of 17-8-0. Cariaso has won 17 fights: 3 by KO/TKO, 2 by submission, 12 by decision. Of 8 career losses, 1 came by KO/TKO and 3 by submission. In the UFC, Cariaso lands 3.32 significant strikes per minute with 43% accuracy and averages 0.84 takedowns per 15 minutes. Cariaso also has 2 recorded Muay Thai bouts. Most recent fight: October 3, 2015. Tracked organizations: UFC, WEC, STRIKEFORCE.

Profile

Height: 5'3"160 cm
Weight: 125 lbs57 kg
Reach: 64"163 cm
Stance: Southpaw
DOB: May 27, 1981
Age: 45
Nationality: United States
Birthplace: San Jose, California, United States

Career history

LOSS
vs Sergio Pettis
UFC 192: Cormier vs Gustafsson· Oct 3, 2015· Flyweight· 17-8 vs 13-2
UD
R3 · 5:00
LOSS
vs Henry Cejudo
UFC 185: Pettis vs Dos Anjos· Mar 14, 2015· Flyweight· 17-7 vs 8-0
UD
R3 · 5:00
LOSS
vs Demetrious JohnsonTitle bout
UFC 178: Johnson vs Cariaso· Sep 27, 2014· Flyweight· 17-6 vs 14-2-1
SUB
R2 · 2:29
WIN
vs Louis Smolka
UFC Fight Night: Brown vs Silva· May 10, 2014· Flyweight· 17-5 vs 7-1
SD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Danny Martinez
UFC 169: Barao vs Faber 2· Feb 1, 2014· Flyweight· 16-5 vs 18-5
UD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Iliarde Santos
UFC Fight Night: Maia vs Shields· Oct 9, 2013· Flyweight· 15-5 vs 28-9-1
TKO
R2 · 4:31
LOSS
vs Jussier Formiga
UFC on FX: Belfort vs Rockhold· May 18, 2013· Flyweight· 14-5 vs 15-2
UD
R3 · 5:00
LOSS
vs John Moraga
UFC 155: Dos Santos vs Velasquez II· Dec 30, 2012· Flyweight· 14-4 vs 13-1
SUB
R3 · 1:11
WIN
vs Josh Ferguson
UFC on FUEL TV: Munoz vs Weidman· Jul 11, 2012· Flyweight· 14-3 vs 8-5
UD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Takeya Mizugaki
UFC 144: Edgar vs Henderson· Feb 26, 2012· Bantamweight· 13-3 vs 15-7-2
UD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Vaughan Lee
UFC 138: Leben vs Munoz· Nov 5, 2011· Bantamweight· 12-3 vs 11-7-1
SD
R3 · 5:00
LOSS
vs Michael McDonald
UFC 130: Rampage vs Hamill· May 29, 2011· Bantamweight· 11-3 vs 13-1
SD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Will Campuzano
UFC Fight Night: Dunham vs Guillard· Jan 23, 2011· Bantamweight· 11-2 vs 8-4
UD
R3 · 5:00
LOSS
vs Renan Barao
WEC 53: Henderson vs Pettis· Dec 15, 2010· Bantamweight· 10-2 vs 25-1
SUB
R1 · 3:47
WIN
vs Rafael Rebello
WEC 49: Varner vs Shalorus· Jun 19, 2010· Bantamweight· 10-1 vs 6-4
UD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Rolando Velasco
California Regional· Oct 24, 2009· 9-1 vs 5-2-1
TKO
WIN
vs Alvin Cacdac
California Regional· May 30, 2009· 8-1 vs 6-7
SUB
WIN
vs Anthony Figueroa
Strikeforce: Melendez vs Thomson· Jun 26, 2008· Bantamweight· 7-1 vs 4-3
SUB
R2 · 4:34
LOSS
vs Mark Oshiro
Elite XC· Mar 21, 2008· 6-1 vs 12-1
TKO
WIN
vs Rick McCorkell
Elite XC· Oct 26, 2007· 6-0 vs 6-4
DEC
WIN
vs Anthony Figueroa
StrikeForce-EliteXC: Shamrock vs Baroni· Jun 21, 2007· Bantamweight· 5-0 vs 2-1
UD
R3 · 3:00
WIN
vs David Barrios
Cage Combat FC· May 12, 2007· 4-0 vs 0-3
TKO
WIN
vs Andrew Valladerez
Strikeforce: Young Guns· Feb 9, 2007· 3-0 vs 0-1
UD
R3 · 3:00
WIN
vs Walt Hughes
California Regional· Aug 12, 2006· 2-0 vs 0-4
DEC
WIN
vs Ralph Alvarado
California Regional· May 13, 2006· 1-0 vs 0-1
DEC

Title bout

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

Fight and Fitness

Fight DNA

Striking Technician

UFCalendar's style model · Flyweight roster (208 fighters)

Punch power49

Kick power91

Punch speed95

Kick speed96

Accuracy82

Takedowns82

Ground striking66

Submissions86

Chin80

Body strength85

Cardio96

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

By the numbers

Pro MMARecord: 17-8-0 · Source: UFCalendar

Striking

Strikes landed3.32per min

43% accuracy

Strikes absorbed2.42per min

60% avoided

Grappling

Takedowns landed0.84per 15 min

38% success

Takedowns stuffed57%

Submission attempts0.6per 15 min

UFC careerRecord: 7-6-0 · Source: UFCStats.com

Striking

Strikes landed3.32per min

43% accuracy

Strikes absorbed2.42per min

60% avoided

Grappling

Takedowns landed0.84per 15 min

38% success

Takedowns stuffed57%

Submission attempts0.6per 15 min

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Where they rank

All-time boards where Chris Cariaso sits in the top 25.

All MMA

#17 Best significant strike defence, Flyweight61.0%

UFC

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Salary & career earnings

Disclosed purses, reported paydays and what we estimate Chris Cariaso earns per fight.

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Official UFC Ranking

Chris Cariaso's standing in the official UFC rankings, tracked since 2013.

Current: Unranked
Peak: #7 Flyweight
First ranked: Feb 4, 2013
Times ranked: 116

Flyweight

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current: 1721▼12
Peak: 1757Jul 11, 2012
Rated fights: 27

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Frequently asked questions

When does Chris Cariaso fight next?

Chris Cariaso has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Chris Cariaso's record?

Chris Cariaso's professional MMA record is 17-8-0.

Who is Chris Cariaso fighting next?

Chris Cariaso's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Chris Cariaso fight last?

Chris Cariaso most recently fought Sergio Pettis at UFC 192: Cormier vs Gustafsson on Saturday, October 3, 2015, LOSS (Unanimous Decision).

What weight class does Chris Cariaso fight in?

Chris Cariaso fights at Flyweight.

How many knockouts does Chris Cariaso have?

Chris Cariaso has 3 wins by KO/TKO and 2 wins by submission.

How tall is Chris Cariaso?

Chris Cariaso is 5'3" (160 cm) tall.

How much does Chris Cariaso weigh?

Chris Cariaso weighs 125 lbs (57 kg).

What is Chris Cariaso's reach?

Chris Cariaso has a reach of 64" (163 cm).

How old is Chris Cariaso?

Chris Cariaso is 45 years old (born May 27, 1981).

Where is Chris Cariaso from?

Chris Cariaso is from the United States.

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CAREER SUMMARY