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Chris Gruetzemacher

"Gritz"
15-5-0★ 1bonusUnited StatesUnited StatesLast 5

Last fight: Loss vs Claudio Puelles · Submission · Dec 4, 2021

15-5-0 · 10 finishes · Full stats →
LAST FIGHT
LOSSvs Claudio PuellesSUB · R3 3:25
UFCUFC Fight Night: Font vs Aldo·December 4, 2021

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CAREER SUMMARY

Chris Gruetzemacher holds a professional MMA record of 15-5-0. Gruetzemacher has won 15 fights: 7 by KO/TKO, 3 by submission, 5 by decision. Of 5 career losses, 1 came by KO/TKO and 4 by submission. In the UFC, Gruetzemacher lands 6.18 significant strikes per minute with 57% accuracy and averages 0.21 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: December 4, 2021. Tracked organizations: UFC, STRIKEFORCE.

Profile

Height
5'8"173 cm
Weight
155 lbs70 kg
Reach
68"173 cm
Stance
Orthodox
DOB
Jun 16, 1986
Age
40
Nationality
United States
Birthplace
Page, United States

Career history

  1. WIN
    WSOF 9: Carl vs. Palhares· Mar 29, 2014· Featherweight· 12-1 vs 24-12
    UD
  2. WIN
    ShoFight 20· Jun 16, 2012· Featherweight· 11-1 vs 11-6-1
    TKO
    R3 · 3:24
  3. WIN
    WMMA 1: McCorkle vs. Heden· Mar 31, 2012· Featherweight· 10-1 vs 10-5
    TKO
    R1 · 3:25
  4. WIN
    vs Randy Campbell
    Duel For Domination MMA· Nov 26, 2011· 9-1 vs 0-1
    TKO
  5. WIN
    vs Jeff Fletcher
    Rage in the Cage· Jul 16, 2011· 8-1 vs 6-4
    TKO
  6. WIN
    vs Gabe Rivas
    Rage in the Cage· May 21, 2011· 7-1 vs 13-22-1
    SUB
  7. WIN
    vs Nadeem Al-Hassan
    Rage in the Cage· Mar 20, 2010· 5-1 vs 0-1
    TKO
  8. WIN
    vs Eric Regan
    Rage in the Cage· Feb 13, 2010· 4-1 vs 12-16
    DEC
  9. WIN
    vs Oscar Rodriguez
    World Fighting Federation· Oct 3, 2009· 3-1 vs 1-3
    SUB
  10. WIN
    vs Josh Gaskins
    Arizona Regional· Apr 11, 2009· 2-1 vs 5-2
    DEC
  11. LOSS
    vs Joe Cronin
    Rage in the Cage· Feb 28, 2009· 1-1 vs 12-9
    SUB
  12. WIN
    vs Shawn Scott
    Arizona Regional· Oct 4, 2008· 1-0 vs 0-1
    SUB

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

  • American Top Team

Fight DNA

Striking Technician

UFCalendar's style model · Lightweight roster (480 fighters)

PowerSpeedPrecisionDurabilityEngineWrestlingGround
Sniper
97 · top 4% in division
Fast Hands
97 · top 6% in division
Punch power72
Kick power92
Punch speed97
Kick speed94
Accuracy97
Takedowns44
Ground striking86
Submissions42
Chin79
Body strength94
Cardio88

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

By the numbers

Pro MMARecord: 15-5-0 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed6.18per min
57% accuracy
Strikes absorbed4.96per min
53% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed0.21per 15 min
50% success
Takedowns stuffed66%
Submission attempts0.0per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 3-4-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed6.18per min
57% accuracy
Strikes absorbed4.96per min
53% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed0.21per 15 min
50% success
Takedowns stuffed66%
Submission attempts0.0per 15 min
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Where they rank

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

Bonus résumé

Chris Gruetzemacher has won 1 UFC post-fight bonus. Estimated bonus earnings: $50,000.

★ Performance of the Night ×1
  1. ★ POTNvs Joe Lauzon · UFC 223: Khabib vs IaquintaApr 7, 2018

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 Chris Gruetzemacher earns per fight.

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1569▼13
Peak
1719Jun 16, 2012
Rated fights
20
15001600170020092012201520182021Oct 4, 2008 · 1541Feb 28, 2009 · 1497Apr 11, 2009 · 1535Oct 3, 2009 · 1563Feb 13, 2010 · 1585Mar 20, 2010 · 1615Aug 13, 2010 · 1643May 21, 2011 · 1655Jul 16, 2011 · 1669Nov 26, 2011 · 1682Mar 31, 2012 · 1701Jun 16, 2012 · 1719Mar 29, 2014 · 1692Dec 11, 2015 · 1678Feb 5, 2017 · 1649Dec 9, 2017 · 1614Apr 7, 2018 · 1663Oct 31, 2020 · 1565Jul 31, 2021 · 1582Dec 5, 2021 · 15691569

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Frequently asked questions

When does Chris Gruetzemacher fight next?

Chris Gruetzemacher has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Chris Gruetzemacher's record?

Chris Gruetzemacher's professional MMA record is 15-5-0.

Who is Chris Gruetzemacher fighting next?

Chris Gruetzemacher's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Chris Gruetzemacher fight last?

Chris Gruetzemacher most recently fought Claudio Puelles at UFC Fight Night: Font vs Aldo on Saturday, December 4, 2021, LOSS (Submission).

What weight class does Chris Gruetzemacher fight in?

Chris Gruetzemacher fights at Lightweight.

How many knockouts does Chris Gruetzemacher have?

Chris Gruetzemacher has 7 wins by KO/TKO and 3 wins by submission.

How many UFC bonuses has Chris Gruetzemacher won?

Chris Gruetzemacher has won 1 UFC post-fight bonus: 1× Performance of the Night.

How tall is Chris Gruetzemacher?

Chris Gruetzemacher is 5'8" (173 cm) tall.

How much does Chris Gruetzemacher weigh?

Chris Gruetzemacher weighs 155 lbs (70 kg).

What is Chris Gruetzemacher's reach?

Chris Gruetzemacher has a reach of 68" (173 cm).

How old is Chris Gruetzemacher?

Chris Gruetzemacher is 40 years old (born Jun 16, 1986).

Where is Chris Gruetzemacher from?

Chris Gruetzemacher is from the United States.

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