Claudio Puelles

"Prince of Peru"

12-5-0★ 2bonuses

PeruLast 5

Amateur MMA 4-0

Last fight: Loss vs Joaquim Silva · Split Decision · Sep 13, 2025

12-5-0 · 9 finishes · Full stats →

LAST FIGHT

LOSSvs Joaquim SilvaSD · R3 5:00

UFCNoche UFC: Lopes vs Silva·September 13, 2025

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Claudio Puelles holds a professional MMA record of 12-5-0. Puelles has won 12 fights: 2 by KO/TKO, 7 by submission, 3 by decision. Of 5 career losses, 2 came by KO/TKO and 0 by submission. In the UFC, Puelles lands 1.54 significant strikes per minute with 47% accuracy and averages 3.29 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: September 13, 2025. Tracked organizations: UFC.

Profile

Height: 5'10"178 cm
Weight: 155 lbs70 kg
Reach: 72"183 cm
Stance: Southpaw
DOB: Apr 21, 1996
Age: 30
Nationality: Peru
Birthplace: Lima, Peru

Career history

LOSS
vs Joaquim Silva
Noche UFC: Lopes vs Silva· Sep 13, 2025· Lightweight· 12-5 vs 14-5
SD
R3 · 5:00
LOSS
vs Farès Ziam
UFC Mexico City· Feb 24, 2024· Lightweight· 12-4 vs 15-4
SD
R3 · 5:00
LOSS
vs Dan Hooker
UFC 281: Adesanya vs Pereira· Nov 12, 2022· Lightweight· 12-3 vs 22-12
TKO
R2 · 4:06
WIN
vs Clay Guida
UFC Fight Night: Lemos vs Andrade· Apr 23, 2022· Lightweight· 12-2 vs 37-22
SUB
R1 · 3:01
POTN
WIN
vs Chris Gruetzemacher
UFC Fight Night: Font vs Aldo· Dec 4, 2021· Lightweight· 11-2 vs 15-5
SUB
R3 · 3:25
WIN
vs Jordan Leavitt
UFC Fight Night: Rozenstruik vs Sakai· Jun 5, 2021· Lightweight· 10-2 vs 8-1
UD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Marcos Mariano
UFC Fight Night: Rodriguez vs Stephens· Sep 21, 2019· Lightweight· 9-2 vs 6-6
UD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Felipe Silva
UFC Fight Night: Maia vs Usman· May 19, 2018· Lightweight· 8-2 vs 8-2
SUB
R3 · 2:23
POTN
LOSS
vs Martin BravoTitle bout
UFC Fight Night: Dos Anjos vs Ferguson· Nov 5, 2016· Ultimate Fighter Latin America 3 Lightweight· 7-2 vs 11-0
TKO
R2 · 1:55
WIN
vs Alvaro Sugastti
300 Sparta 6· Apr 28, 2015· 7-1 vs 3-2
TKO
R1 · 1:29
WIN
vs Edimar Martins
Inka FC: Warriors 2· Oct 25, 2014· 6-1 vs 0-3
SUB
R1 · 2:36
LOSS
vs David Cubas
Inka FC: Warriors· Aug 30, 2014· 5-1 vs 15-3
UD
WIN
vs Lander Alves
Inka FC 25: No to Racism· Apr 16, 2014· 5-0 vs 0-1
UD
WIN
vs Guile Calvete
300 Sparta 5· Feb 4, 2014· 4-0 vs 4-11
SUB
WIN
vs Manuel Meza
300 Sparta 4· Oct 10, 2013· Featherweight· 3-0 vs 2-2
TKO
WIN
vs Renzo Mendez
Inka FC 23: Pequeno vs. Owens· Aug 24, 2013· 2-0 vs 0-2
SUB
WIN
vs Angel Alvarez
300 Sparta 2· Jul 17, 2013· 1-0 vs 0-1
SUB

Title bout

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

Kill Cliff FC

Fight DNA

Submission Ace

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

Submission Threat

98 · top 4% in division

Punch power48

Kick power88

Punch speed50

Kick speed73

Accuracy49

Takedowns97

Ground striking96

Submissions98

Chin67

Body strength73

Cardio94

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

By the numbers

Pro MMARecord: 12-5-0 · Source: UFCalendar

Striking

Strikes landed1.54per min

47% accuracy

Strikes absorbed2.62per min

48% avoided

Grappling

Takedowns landed3.29per 15 min

34% success

Takedowns stuffed60%

Submission attempts1.0per 15 min

UFC careerRecord: 5-4-0 · Source: UFCStats.com

Striking

Strikes landed1.54per min

47% accuracy

Strikes absorbed2.62per min

48% avoided

Grappling

Takedowns landed3.29per 15 min

34% success

Takedowns stuffed60%

Submission attempts1.0per 15 min

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Where they rank

All-time boards where Claudio Puelles sits in the top 25.

UFC

Bonus résumé

Claudio Puelles has won 2 UFC post-fight bonuses. Estimated bonus earnings: $100,000.

★ Performance of the Night ×2

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 Claudio Puelles earns per fight.

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current: 1615▼12
Peak: 1707Apr 24, 2022
Rated fights: 17

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Frequently asked questions

When does Claudio Puelles fight next?

Claudio Puelles has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Claudio Puelles's record?

Claudio Puelles's professional MMA record is 12-5-0.

Who is Claudio Puelles fighting next?

Claudio Puelles's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Claudio Puelles fight last?

Claudio Puelles most recently fought Joaquim Silva at Noche UFC: Lopes vs Silva on Saturday, September 13, 2025, LOSS (Split Decision).

What weight class does Claudio Puelles fight in?

Claudio Puelles fights at Lightweight.

How many knockouts does Claudio Puelles have?

Claudio Puelles has 2 wins by KO/TKO and 7 wins by submission.

How many UFC bonuses has Claudio Puelles won?

Claudio Puelles has won 2 UFC post-fight bonuses: 2× Performance of the Night.

How tall is Claudio Puelles?

Claudio Puelles is 5'10" (178 cm) tall.

How much does Claudio Puelles weigh?

Claudio Puelles weighs 155 lbs (70 kg).

What is Claudio Puelles's reach?

Claudio Puelles has a reach of 72" (183 cm).

How old is Claudio Puelles?

Claudio Puelles is 30 years old (born Apr 21, 1996).

Where is Claudio Puelles from?

Claudio Puelles is from Peru.

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CAREER SUMMARY