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Christian Wellisch

"The Hungarian Nightmare"
8-5-0United StatesUnited StatesLast 5

Last fight: Loss vs Jake O'Brien · Split Decision · Jan 31, 2009

8-5-0 · 7 finishes · Full stats →
LAST FIGHT
LOSSvs Jake O'BrienSD · R3 5:00
UFCUFC 94: St-Pierre vs Penn 2·January 31, 2009

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CAREER SUMMARY

Christian Wellisch holds a professional MMA record of 8-5-0. Wellisch has won 8 fights: 4 by KO/TKO, 3 by submission, 1 by decision. Of 5 career losses, 3 came by KO/TKO and 1 by submission. In the UFC, Wellisch lands 3.12 significant strikes per minute with 28% accuracy and averages 1.22 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: January 31, 2009. Tracked organizations: UFC.

Profile

Height
6'2"188 cm
Weight
234 lbs106 kg
Reach
77"196 cm
Stance
Orthodox
DOB
Sep 13, 1975
Age
51
Nationality
United States
Birthplace
Hungary

Career history

  1. LOSS
    vs Jake O'Brien
    UFC 94: St-Pierre vs Penn 2· Jan 31, 2009· Light Heavyweight· 8-5 vs 11-2
    SD
    R3 · 5:00
  2. LOSS
    vs Shane Carwin
    UFC 84: ILL WILL· May 24, 2008· Heavyweight· 8-4 vs 9-0
    TKO
    R1 · 0:44
  3. WIN
    vs Scott Junk
    UFC 76: KNOCKOUT· Sep 22, 2007· Heavyweight· 8-3 vs 6-2
    SUB
    R1 · 3:19
  4. WIN
    vs Anthony Perosh
    UFC 66: Liddell vs Ortiz 2· Dec 30, 2006· Heavyweight· 7-3 vs 5-3
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  5. LOSS
    vs Cheick Kongo
    UFC 62: Liddell vs Sobral· Aug 25, 2006· Heavyweight· 6-3 vs 9-2-1
    TKO
    R1 · 2:51
  6. WIN
    vs Dan Evensen
    IFC 28: Sacramento Caged Combat· Apr 1, 2006· Heavyweight· 6-2 vs 6-1
    TKO
    R2 · 5:00
  7. WIN
    vs Tom Howard
    California Regional· Feb 3, 2006· 5-2 vs 0-4
    SUB
  8. LOSS
    vs Soa Palelei
    Shooto Australia· Feb 12, 2004· Heavyweight· 4-2 vs 6-0
    TKO
    R2 · 4:33
  9. WIN
    vs Vince Lucero
    Mexico Regional· Sep 27, 2003· 4-1 vs 11-5
    TKO
  10. LOSS
    vs Unknown opponent
    Japan Regional· Sep 6, 2003· 3-1
    SUB
  11. WIN
    vs Jay White
    WEC 4: Rumble Under The Sun· Aug 31, 2002· Heavyweight· 3-0 vs 1-1
    TKO
    R3 · 3:42
  12. WIN
    vs Sam Sotello
    KOTC: Double Cross· Aug 2, 2002· Heavyweight· 2-0 vs 1-1
    SUB
    R1 · 4:20
  13. WIN
    vs Dennis Tadio
    IFC 16: Shogun· Dec 15, 2001· Heavyweight· 1-0 vs 0-4
    TKO
    R1 · 1:23

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

  • AKA (American Kickboxing Academy)

Fight DNA

Submission Ace

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

PowerSpeedPrecisionDurabilityEngineWrestlingGround
Submission Threat
97 · top 6% in division
Punch power87
Kick power47
Punch speed50
Kick speed47
Accuracy49
Takedowns90
Ground striking71
Submissions97
Chin71
Body strength90
Cardio86

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

By the numbers

Pro MMARecord: 8-5-0 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed3.12per min
28% accuracy
Strikes absorbed3.04per min
56% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed1.22per 15 min
43% success
Takedowns stuffed45%
Submission attempts1.2per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 2-3-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed3.12per min
28% accuracy
Strikes absorbed3.04per min
56% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed1.22per 15 min
43% success
Takedowns stuffed45%
Submission attempts1.2per 15 min
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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1627▼11
Peak
1671Sep 27, 2003
Rated fights
12
150016002002200420062008Dec 15, 2001 · 1532Aug 2, 2002 · 1583Aug 31, 2002 · 1630Sep 27, 2003 · 1671Feb 12, 2004 · 1618Feb 3, 2006 · 1604Apr 1, 2006 · 1632Aug 26, 2006 · 1604Dec 30, 2006 · 1628Sep 22, 2007 · 1667May 24, 2008 · 1638Jan 31, 2009 · 16271627

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Frequently asked questions

When does Christian Wellisch fight next?

Christian Wellisch has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Christian Wellisch's record?

Christian Wellisch's professional MMA record is 8-5-0.

Who is Christian Wellisch fighting next?

Christian Wellisch's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Christian Wellisch fight last?

Christian Wellisch most recently fought Jake O'Brien at UFC 94: St-Pierre vs Penn 2 on Saturday, January 31, 2009, LOSS (Split Decision).

What weight class does Christian Wellisch fight in?

Christian Wellisch fights at Light Heavyweight.

How many knockouts does Christian Wellisch have?

Christian Wellisch has 4 wins by KO/TKO and 3 wins by submission.

How tall is Christian Wellisch?

Christian Wellisch is 6'2" (188 cm) tall.

How much does Christian Wellisch weigh?

Christian Wellisch weighs 234 lbs (106 kg).

What is Christian Wellisch's reach?

Christian Wellisch has a reach of 77" (196 cm).

How old is Christian Wellisch?

Christian Wellisch is 51 years old (born Sep 13, 1975).

Where is Christian Wellisch from?

Christian Wellisch is from the United States.

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