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Cody Donovan

"Donnybrook"
8-5-0★ 1bonusUnited StatesUnited StatesLast 5
Amateur MMA 4-1

Last fight: Loss vs Nikita Krylov · TKO · Jul 19, 2014

8-5-0 · 7 finishes · Full stats →
LAST FIGHT
LOSSvs Nikita KrylovTKO · R1 4:57
UFCUFC Fight Night: McGregor vs Brandao·July 19, 2014

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CAREER SUMMARY

Cody Donovan holds a professional MMA record of 8-5-0. Donovan has won 8 fights: 4 by KO/TKO, 3 by submission, 1 by decision. Of 5 career losses, 5 came by KO/TKO and 0 by submission. In the UFC, Donovan lands 5.61 significant strikes per minute with 59% accuracy and averages 1.67 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: July 19, 2014. Tracked organizations: UFC, BELLATOR.

Profile

Height
6'3"191 cm
Weight
205 lbs93 kg
Reach
74"188 cm
Stance
Orthodox
DOB
Feb 20, 1981
Age
45
Nationality
United States
Birthplace
Waterloo, Iowa, United States

Career history

  1. LOSS
    vs Nikita Krylov
    UFC Fight Night: McGregor vs Brandao· Jul 19, 2014· Light Heavyweight· 8-5 vs 17-4
    TKO
    R1 · 4:57
  2. LOSS
    vs Gian Villante
    UFC 167: St-Pierre vs Hendricks· Nov 16, 2013· Light Heavyweight· 8-4 vs 11-4
    TKO
    R2 · 1:22
  3. LOSS
    vs Ovince Saint Preux
    UFC Fight Night: Shogun vs Sonnen· Aug 17, 2013· Light Heavyweight· 8-3 vs 14-5
    TKO
    R1 · 2:07
  4. WIN
    vs Nick Penner
    UFC on FX: Sotiropoulos vs Pearson· Dec 16, 2012· Light Heavyweight· 8-2 vs 11-3
    TKO
    R1 · 4:35
    FOTN
  5. WIN
    vs Peter Nolan
    Instinct MMA 4· Jun 29, 2012· Light Heavyweight· 7-2 vs 4-1
    SUB
    R1 · 3:41
  6. WIN
    vs Brian Albin
    BFC: Bellator Fighting Championships 38· Mar 25, 2011· Light Heavyweight· 6-2 vs 7-6
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  7. WIN
    vs Xavier Saccomanno
    Colorado Regional· Jan 29, 2011· 5-2 vs 1-2
    SUB
  8. LOSS
    vs Cortez Coleman
    C3 Fights· Aug 7, 2010· 4-2 vs 6-1
    TKO
  9. WIN
    vs Ike Villanueva
    Ascend Combat· Apr 3, 2010· 4-1 vs 3-3
    SUB
  10. LOSS
    vs Eric Smith
    Ring of Fire· Dec 4, 2009· 3-1 vs 6-0
    TKO
  11. WIN
    vs Joseph Stripling
    Shogun Fights· Oct 24, 2009· 3-0 vs 2-1
    TKO
  12. WIN
    vs John Doyle
    Ultimate Warrior Challenge 5· Feb 21, 2009· Light Heavyweight· 2-0 vs 6-6
    TKO
    R1 · 2:33
  13. WIN
    vs Wade Drake
    Ultimate Warrior Challenge 4· Oct 11, 2008· Light Heavyweight· 1-0 vs 0-1
    TKO
    R1 · 0:15

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

  • Grudge Training Center

Fight DNA

Grappling Specialist

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

PowerSpeedPrecisionDurabilityEngineWrestlingGround
Punch power96
Kick power54
Punch speed76
Kick speed49
Accuracy64
Takedowns96
Ground striking94
Submissions85
Chin77
Body strength89
Cardio73

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

By the numbers

Pro MMARecord: 8-5-0 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed5.61per min
59% accuracy
Strikes absorbed5.44per min
46% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed1.67per 15 min
29% success
Takedowns stuffed0%
Submission attempts1.7per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 1-3-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed5.61per min
59% accuracy
Strikes absorbed5.44per min
46% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed1.67per 15 min
29% success
Takedowns stuffed0%
Submission attempts1.7per 15 min
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Bonus résumé

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

★ Fight of the Night ×1
  1. ★ FOTNvs Nick Penner · UFC on FX: Sotiropoulos vs PearsonDec 16, 2012

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 Cody Donovan earns per fight.

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1584▼29
Peak
1670Dec 16, 2012
Rated fights
13
15001600200920102011201220132014Oct 11, 2008 · 1541Feb 21, 2009 · 1580Oct 24, 2009 · 1613Dec 4, 2009 · 1578Apr 3, 2010 · 1615Aug 7, 2010 · 1576Jan 29, 2011 · 1595Mar 26, 2011 · 1614Jun 29, 2012 · 1633Dec 16, 2012 · 1670Aug 18, 2013 · 1644Nov 16, 2013 · 1613Jul 19, 2014 · 15841584

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Frequently asked questions

When does Cody Donovan fight next?

Cody Donovan has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Cody Donovan's record?

Cody Donovan's professional MMA record is 8-5-0.

Who is Cody Donovan fighting next?

Cody Donovan's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Cody Donovan fight last?

Cody Donovan most recently fought Nikita Krylov at UFC Fight Night: McGregor vs Brandao on Saturday, July 19, 2014, LOSS (TKO).

What weight class does Cody Donovan fight in?

Cody Donovan fights at Light Heavyweight.

How many knockouts does Cody Donovan have?

Cody Donovan has 4 wins by KO/TKO and 3 wins by submission.

How many UFC bonuses has Cody Donovan won?

Cody Donovan has won 1 UFC post-fight bonus: 1× Fight of the Night.

How tall is Cody Donovan?

Cody Donovan is 6'3" (191 cm) tall.

How much does Cody Donovan weigh?

Cody Donovan weighs 205 lbs (93 kg).

What is Cody Donovan's reach?

Cody Donovan has a reach of 74" (188 cm).

How old is Cody Donovan?

Cody Donovan is 45 years old (born Feb 20, 1981).

Where is Cody Donovan from?

Cody Donovan is from the United States.

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