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Clifford Starks

14-5-0United StatesUnited StatesLast 5

Last fight: Loss vs Abdul-Rahman Dzhanaev · Decision · Nov 18, 2017

14-5-0 · 7 finishes · Full stats →
LAST FIGHT
LOSSvs Abdul-Rahman DzhanaevDEC
ACAACA 74: ACB 74, Vienna·November 18, 2017

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CAREER SUMMARY

Clifford Starks holds a professional MMA record of 14-5-0. Starks has won 14 fights: 3 by KO/TKO, 4 by submission, 7 by decision. Of 5 career losses, 1 came by KO/TKO and 2 by submission. In the UFC, Starks lands 1.94 significant strikes per minute with 33% accuracy and averages 1.94 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: November 18, 2017. Tracked organizations: ACA, BELLATOR, UFC.

Profile

Height
6'0"183 cm
Weight
185 lbs84 kg
Reach
78"198 cm
Stance
Orthodox
DOB
Apr 25, 1981
Age
45
Nationality
United States
Birthplace
Sacramento, California, United States

Career history

  1. LOSS
    vs Abdul-Rahman Dzhanaev
    ACA 74: ACB 74, Vienna· Nov 18, 2017· Light Heavyweight· 14-5 vs 9-1
    DEC
  2. WIN
    vs Waylon Quotskuyva×1Title bout · Title win #1
    RUF MMA 22· Sep 23, 2017· Light Heavyweight· 14-4 vs 7-2
    SUB
    R1 · 3:35
  3. LOSS
    vs Albert Duraev
    ACA 67: ACB 67, Grozny· Aug 19, 2017· Light Heavyweight· 13-4 vs 11-3
    SUB
    R2 · 2:34
  4. LOSS
    vs David Branch
    WSOF 30: Branch vs. Starks· Apr 2, 2016· Middleweight· 13-3 vs 18-3
    UD
  5. WIN
    vs Krasimir Mladenov
    WSOF 23: Gaethje vs. Palomino 2· Sep 18, 2015· Middleweight· 13-2 vs 12-1
    UD
  6. WIN
    vs Mike Kyle
    WSOF 22: Palhares vs. Shields· Aug 1, 2015· Light Heavyweight· 12-2 vs 21-13-1
    UD
  7. WIN
    vs Jake Heun
    WSOF 19: Gaethje vs. Palomino· Mar 28, 2015· Light Heavyweight· 11-2 vs 7-4
    SUB
    R2 · 4:11
  8. WIN
    vs Kobe Ortiz
    Bellator MMA: Bellator 126· Sep 25, 2014· Middleweight· 10-2 vs 13-5
    SUB
    R2 · 0:52
  9. WIN
    vs Joe Yager
    Bellator MMA: Bellator 100· Sep 19, 2013· Light Heavyweight· 9-2 vs 5-3
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  10. LOSS
    vs Yoel Romero
    UFC on FOX: Henderson vs Melendez· Apr 20, 2013· Middleweight· 8-2 vs 5-1
    TKO
    R1 · 1:32
  11. LOSS
    vs Ed Herman
    UFC 143: Diaz vs Condit· Feb 4, 2012· Middleweight· 8-1 vs 18-8
    SUB
    R2 · 1:43
  12. WIN
    vs Dustin Jacoby
    UFC 137: Penn vs Diaz· Oct 29, 2011· Middleweight· 8-0 vs 6-1
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  13. WIN
    vs Artenas Young
    Shark Fights 20· Oct 15, 2011· Middleweight· 7-0 vs 7-4
    UD
  14. WIN
    vs Rudy Aguilar
    Rage in the Cage· May 21, 2011· 6-0 vs 1-3
    TKO
  15. WIN
    vs Roe Harris
    Rage in the Cage· Apr 15, 2011· 5-0 vs 1-3
    TKO
  16. WIN
    vs Tony Johnson
    Pandemonium· Feb 25, 2011· 4-0 vs 4-2
    DEC
  17. WIN
    vs Mike Heidenreich
    Rage in the Cage· Sep 11, 2010· 3-0 vs 0-1
    TKO
  18. WIN
    vs Unknown opponent
    Rage in the Cage· Feb 13, 2010· 2-0
    DEC
  19. WIN
    vs Unknown opponent
    Rage in the Cage· Dec 4, 2009· 1-0
    SUB

Title bout· ×N = title win number N in that promotion

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

  • Arizona Combat Sports

Career stats

Pro MMARecord: 14-5-0 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed1.94per min
33% accuracy
Strikes absorbed2.49per min
59% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed1.94per 15 min
100% success
Takedowns stuffed60%
Submission attempts0.0per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 1-2-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed1.94per min
33% accuracy
Strikes absorbed2.49per min
59% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed1.94per 15 min
100% success
Takedowns stuffed60%
Submission attempts0.0per 15 min
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Salary & career earnings

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1661▼18
Peak
1726Sep 18, 2015
Rated fights
17
1500160017002011201320152017Sep 11, 2010 · 1541Feb 25, 2011 · 1568Apr 15, 2011 · 1597May 21, 2011 · 1622Oct 15, 2011 · 1647Oct 29, 2011 · 1692Feb 4, 2012 · 1658Apr 20, 2013 · 1607Sep 20, 2013 · 1626Sep 26, 2014 · 1654Mar 28, 2015 · 1683Aug 1, 2015 · 1702Sep 18, 2015 · 1726Apr 2, 2016 · 1710Aug 19, 2017 · 1659Sep 23, 2017 · 1679Nov 18, 2017 · 16611661

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Frequently asked questions

When does Clifford Starks fight next?

Clifford Starks has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Clifford Starks's record?

Clifford Starks's professional MMA record is 14-5-0.

Who is Clifford Starks fighting next?

Clifford Starks's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Clifford Starks fight last?

Clifford Starks most recently fought Abdul-Rahman Dzhanaev at ACA 74: ACB 74, Vienna on Saturday, November 18, 2017, LOSS (Decision).

What weight class does Clifford Starks fight in?

Clifford Starks fights at Light Heavyweight.

How many knockouts does Clifford Starks have?

Clifford Starks has 3 wins by KO/TKO and 4 wins by submission.

How tall is Clifford Starks?

Clifford Starks is 6'0" (183 cm) tall.

How much does Clifford Starks weigh?

Clifford Starks weighs 185 lbs (84 kg).

What is Clifford Starks's reach?

Clifford Starks has a reach of 78" (198 cm).

How old is Clifford Starks?

Clifford Starks is 45 years old (born Apr 25, 1981).

Where is Clifford Starks from?

Clifford Starks is from the United States.

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