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Dakota Hope

"Huracán"
12-2-0United StatesUnited StatesLast 5
Amateur MMA 3-0

Last fight: Win vs Francis Marshall · Split Decision · Oct 31, 2026

LAST FIGHT
WINvs Francis MarshallSD · R3 5:00
UFCUFC Fight Night: Moicano vs Nolan·October 31, 2026

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CAREER SUMMARY

Dakota Hope holds a professional MMA record of 12-2-0. Hope has won 12 fights: 5 by KO/TKO, 1 by submission, 6 by decision. Most recent fight: October 31, 2026. Tracked organizations: UFC.

Profile

Height
5'6"168 cm
Weight
145 lbs66 kg
Reach
68"173 cm
DOB
Jan 29, 1997
Age
29
Nationality
United States
Birthplace
Atlanta, United States

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Career history

  1. WIN
    vs Francis Marshall
    UFC Fight Night: Moicano vs Nolan· Oct 31, 2026· Featherweight· 12-2 vs 10-4
    SD
    R3 · 5:00
  2. LOSS
    vs Kai Kamaka III
    UFC Fight Night: Moicano vs Duncan· Apr 4, 2026· Lightweight· 11-2 vs 18-7-1
    SD
    R3 · 5:00
  3. WIN
    vs Mauricio Gomez
    Fury FC 116· Feb 20, 2026· Featherweight· 11-1 vs 6-2
    TKO
    R1 · 1:59
  4. WIN
    vs Damion Nelson
    Fury Challenger Series 15· Nov 21, 2025· Featherweight· 10-1 vs 9-5
    UD
  5. WIN
    vs Jeremy Henry
    LFA 210: Lawrence vs. Reyes· Jun 13, 2025· Featherweight· 9-1 vs 8-6
    UD
  6. WIN
    vs Yongqiang Liu
    JCK Fight Night 94· Nov 2, 2024· Featherweight· 8-1 vs 8-4
    TKO
    R1 · 1:37
  7. WIN
    vs Milko Tucto×1Title bout · Title win #1
    Peak Fighting Texas· Oct 1, 2022· Featherweight· 7-1 vs 6-4
    UD
  8. LOSS
    vs David Bosnick
    AKA 19· Jan 28, 2022· Featherweight· 6-1 vs 10-6
    UD
  9. WIN
    vs Patrick Connors×2Title bout · Title win #2
    Peak Fighting 10· Apr 10, 2021· Featherweight· 6-0 vs 3-3
    SUB
    R5 · 3:25
  10. WIN
    vs Colton Hamm×1Title bout · Title win #1
    Peak Fighting 7· Jan 30, 2021· Featherweight· 5-0 vs 2-2
    TKO
    R1 · 0:15
  11. WIN
    vs Ayijiake Akenbieke
    WLF W.A.R.S. 40· Nov 15, 2019· Featherweight· 4-0 vs 9-14-1
    UD
  12. WIN
    vs Shaoxiang Wang
    Yunfeng Showdown· Aug 24, 2019· Featherweight· 3-0 vs 1-1
    UD
  13. WIN
    vs Ailiyaer Didaer
    WLF W.A.R.S. 32· Mar 15, 2019· 2-0 vs 4-8
    TKO
    R1 · 0:30
  14. WIN
    vs Jhonmar Sopranes
    Aspera FC Asia 2· Jan 12, 2019· Featherweight· 1-0 vs 0-2
    TKO
    R1 · 0:55

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

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

  • 2022Runner-up · Aka Rite of Passage Title · Featherweight
  • 2021Featherweight Championship · Peak Fighting
  • Purple belt · BJJ · Daniel Pineda
  • New Mexico Highlands University · Wrestling (NCAA Division II) · 1 year

Camp

  • 4oz Fight Club · Houston, United States

Coaches

  • Daniel Pineda · Grappling coach

Training partners

  • Joshua Van
  • Alden Coria

Career stats

Pro MMARecord: 12-2-0 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed5.00per min
41% accuracy
Strikes absorbed4.33per min
41% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed0.50per 15 min
17% success
Takedowns stuffed83%
Submission attempts0.0per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 1-1-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed5.00per min
41% accuracy
Strikes absorbed4.33per min
41% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed0.50per 15 min
17% success
Takedowns stuffed83%
Submission attempts0.0per 15 min

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1703▲13
Peak
1703Oct 31, 2026
Rated fights
14
1500160017002020202220242026Jan 12, 2019 · 1536Mar 15, 2019 · 1571Aug 24, 2019 · 1597Nov 15, 2019 · 1615Jan 30, 2021 · 1647Apr 10, 2021 · 1680Jan 28, 2022 · 1650Oct 1, 2022 · 1667Nov 2, 2024 · 1637Jun 13, 2025 · 1658Nov 21, 2025 · 1674Feb 20, 2026 · 1701Apr 4, 2026 · 1690Oct 31, 2026 · 17031703

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Frequently asked questions

When does Dakota Hope fight next?

Dakota Hope has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Dakota Hope's record?

Dakota Hope's professional MMA record is 12-2-0.

Who is Dakota Hope fighting next?

Dakota Hope's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Dakota Hope fight last?

Dakota Hope most recently fought Francis Marshall at UFC Fight Night: Moicano vs Nolan on Saturday, October 31, 2026, WIN (Split Decision).

What weight class does Dakota Hope fight in?

Dakota Hope fights at Featherweight.

How many knockouts does Dakota Hope have?

Dakota Hope has 5 wins by KO/TKO and 1 win by submission.

How tall is Dakota Hope?

Dakota Hope is 5'6" (168 cm) tall.

How much does Dakota Hope weigh?

Dakota Hope weighs 145 lbs (66 kg).

What is Dakota Hope's reach?

Dakota Hope has a reach of 68" (173 cm).

How old is Dakota Hope?

Dakota Hope is 29 years old (born Jan 29, 1997).

Where is Dakota Hope from?

Dakota Hope is from the United States.

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