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Daniel Pineda

"The Pit"
28-17-0★ 5bonusesUnited StatesUnited StatesLast 5
Grappling 0-0-2

Last fight: Loss vs Darren Elkins · Unanimous Decision · Oct 19, 2024

28-17-0 · 28 finishes · Full stats →
LAST FIGHT
LOSSvs Darren ElkinsUD · R3 5:00
UFCUFC Fight Night: Hernandez vs Pereira·October 19, 2024

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CAREER SUMMARY

Daniel Pineda holds a professional MMA record of 28-17-0. Pineda has won 28 fights: 9 by KO/TKO, 19 by submission, 0 by decision. Of 17 career losses, 3 came by KO/TKO and 6 by submission. In the UFC, Pineda lands 2.85 significant strikes per minute with 50% accuracy and averages 1.42 takedowns per 15 minutes. Pineda also has 2 recorded Grappling bouts. Most recent fight: October 19, 2024. Tracked organizations: UFC, PFL, BELLATOR.

Profile

Height
5'7"170 cm
Weight
145 lbs66 kg
Reach
69"175 cm
Stance
Orthodox
DOB
Aug 6, 1985
Age
41
Nationality
United States
Birthplace
Dallas, Texas, United States

Career history

  1. WIN
    vs Rey Trujillo
    Fury FC 32· May 24, 2019· Featherweight· 26-13 vs 24-26
    TKO
    R1 · 3:33
  2. WIN
    vs Elias Rodriguez
    Fury FC 28: Black Tie MMA· Dec 15, 2018· Lightweight· 25-13 vs 6-1
    SUB
    R1 · 0:51
  3. WIN
    vs Dimitre Ivy×1Title bout · Title win #1
    Fury FC 25· Jul 20, 2018· Featherweight· 24-13 vs 8-5
    SUB
    R1 · 1:10
  4. WIN
    vs Josh Davila
    LFA 35: Newell vs. Luque· Mar 9, 2018· Lightweight· 23-13 vs 7-14
    TKO
    R2 · 0:58
  5. WIN
    vs Jonny Carson
    Legacy FC 41· Apr 3, 2015· Lightweight· 21-11 vs 11-7
    SUB
    R3 · 1:45
  6. WIN
    vs Thomas Webb
    Legacy FC 39· Feb 27, 2015· Catchweight· 20-11 vs 8-3
    SUB
    R1 · 0:49
  7. WIN
    Legacy FC 37· Nov 14, 2014· Lightweight· 19-11 vs 18-13-1
    SUB
    R1 · 1:54
  8. WIN
    vs Gilbert Jimenez
    Legacy FC 9· Dec 16, 2011· Catchweight· 15-7 vs 5-4-1
    TKO
    R2 · 1:37
  9. WIN
    vs Frank Gomez×1Title bout · Title win #1
    Legacy FC 7· Jul 22, 2011· Featherweight· 14-7 vs 10-4
    SUB
    R3 · 2:25
  10. WIN
    vs Ray Blodgett
    Legacy FC· Apr 8, 2011· 13-7 vs 5-1
    TKO
  11. WIN
    vs Levi Forrest
    Legacy FC· Jan 29, 2011· 12-7 vs 6-1
    SUB
  12. WIN
    vs Rey Trujillo
    Legacy FC· Jul 31, 2010· 11-7 vs 7-2
    SUB
  13. WIN
    vs James King
    King of Kombat· Feb 27, 2010· 10-6 vs 13-9
    TKO
  14. WIN
    vs Doug Frey
    Supreme Warrior Championship· Nov 28, 2009· 9-6 vs 6-3
    SUB
  15. LOSS
    Supreme Warrior Championship· Sep 18, 2009· 8-6 vs 5-0
    SUB
  16. LOSS
    Supreme Warrior Championship· Jun 20, 2009· 8-5 vs 11-7-1
    SUB
  17. LOSS
    vs Kyle Miers
    IXFA Extreme Fighting· Jun 6, 2009· 8-4 vs 1-0
    SUB
  18. WIN
    Supreme Warrior Championship· Feb 21, 2009· 8-2 vs 8-7-1
    SUB
  19. WIN
    vs Ira Evanson
    Texas Regional· Dec 6, 2008· 7-2 vs 1-1
    SUB
  20. LOSS
    vs Scott Bear
    Louisiana FC 2· Aug 23, 2008· Featherweight· 6-2 vs 2-1
    SUB
  21. WIN
    vs Vince Libardi
    Texas Regional· Jul 18, 2008· 6-1 vs 5-4
    TKO
  22. WIN
    vs John Alvarez
    Texas Regional· May 17, 2008· 5-1 vs 2-1-2
    TKO
  23. WIN
    vs Warren Stewart
    Texas Regional· Apr 4, 2008· 4-1 vs 2-4
    TKO
  24. LOSS
    vs Jae Seok Lim
    EliteXC: Renegade· Nov 10, 2007· Welterweight· 3-1 vs 13-4
    SUB
    R1 · 2:42
  25. WIN
    vs Kier Gooch
    Renegades Extreme Fighting· Oct 20, 2007· 3-0 vs 0-2
    SUB
  26. WIN
    vs Warren Stewart
    Texas Regional· May 11, 2007· 2-0 vs 0-1
    SUB
  27. WIN
    vs Jeremy Mahon
    IFC 31: Texas Caged Combat· Apr 13, 2007· Lightweight· 1-0 vs 0-1
    SUB
    R1 · 1:03

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

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

  • 4oz Fight Club

Fight DNA

Submission Ace

UFCalendar's style model · Featherweight roster (339 fighters)

PowerSpeedPrecisionDurabilityEngineWrestlingGround
Submission Threat
98 · top 3% in division
Punch power94
Kick power71
Punch speed51
Kick speed70
Accuracy52
Takedowns86
Ground striking95
Submissions98
Chin80
Body strength58
Cardio66

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

By the numbers

Pro MMARecord: 28-17-0 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed2.85per min
50% accuracy
Strikes absorbed3.26per min
46% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed1.42per 15 min
24% success
Takedowns stuffed55%
Submission attempts1.5per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 5-8-0 (1 NC) · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed2.85per min
50% accuracy
Strikes absorbed3.26per min
46% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed1.42per 15 min
24% success
Takedowns stuffed55%
Submission attempts1.5per 15 min
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Where they rank

All-time boards where Daniel Pineda sits in the top 25.

Bonus résumé

Daniel Pineda has won 5 UFC post-fight bonuses. Estimated bonus earnings: $250,000.

★ Fight of the Night ×2★ Performance of the Night ×2★ Submission of the Night ×1
  1. ★ FOTNvs Darren Elkins · UFC Fight Night: Hernandez vs PereiraOct 19, 2024
  2. ★ FOTNvs Alex Caceres · UFC Fight Night: Kara-France vs AlbaziJun 3, 2023
  3. ★ POTNvs Tucker Lutz · UFC Fight Night: Vera vs SandhagenMar 25, 2023
  4. ★ POTNvs Herbert Burns · UFC 252: Miocic vs CormierAug 15, 2020
  5. ★ SOTNvs Justin Lawrence · The Ultimate Fighter: Team Jones vs Team Sonnen FinaleApr 13, 2013

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 Daniel Pineda earns per fight.

Daniel Pineda's salary & career earnings →

UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1616▼6
Peak
1715Aug 16, 2020
Rated fights
45
150016001700200820112014201720202023Apr 13, 2007 · 1541May 11, 2007 · 1576Oct 20, 2007 · 1605Nov 10, 2007 · 1571Apr 4, 2008 · 1594May 17, 2008 · 1626Jul 18, 2008 · 1643Aug 23, 2008 · 1601Dec 6, 2008 · 1621Feb 21, 2009 · 1639May 8, 2009 · 1616Jun 6, 2009 · 1584Jun 20, 2009 · 1559Sep 18, 2009 · 1538Nov 28, 2009 · 1565Feb 27, 2010 · 1586May 20, 2010 · 1562Jul 31, 2010 · 1590Jan 29, 2011 · 1603Apr 8, 2011 · 1614Jul 22, 2011 · 1629Dec 16, 2011 · 1637Jan 20, 2012 · 1653Mar 2, 2012 · 1668May 26, 2012 · 1659Jul 21, 2012 · 1643Apr 13, 2013 · 1656Aug 18, 2013 · 1645Mar 15, 2014 · 1634Nov 14, 2014 · 1645Feb 27, 2015 · 1655Apr 3, 2015 · 1663Feb 19, 2016 · 1659Sep 16, 2016 · 1676Aug 25, 2017 · 1666Mar 9, 2018 · 1672Jul 20, 2018 · 1687Dec 15, 2018 · 1700May 24, 2019 · 1708Aug 16, 2020 · 1715Dec 13, 2020 · 1701Mar 25, 2023 · 1644Jun 4, 2023 · 1635Jul 28, 2024 · 1622Oct 19, 2024 · 16161616

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Frequently asked questions

When does Daniel Pineda fight next?

Daniel Pineda has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Daniel Pineda's record?

Daniel Pineda's professional MMA record is 28-17-0.

Who is Daniel Pineda fighting next?

Daniel Pineda's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Daniel Pineda fight last?

Daniel Pineda most recently fought Darren Elkins at UFC Fight Night: Hernandez vs Pereira on Saturday, October 19, 2024, LOSS (Unanimous Decision).

What weight class does Daniel Pineda fight in?

Daniel Pineda fights at Featherweight.

How many knockouts does Daniel Pineda have?

Daniel Pineda has 9 wins by KO/TKO and 19 wins by submission.

How many UFC bonuses has Daniel Pineda won?

Daniel Pineda has won 5 UFC post-fight bonuses: 2× Fight of the Night, 2× Performance of the Night, 1× Submission of the Night.

How tall is Daniel Pineda?

Daniel Pineda is 5'7" (170 cm) tall.

How much does Daniel Pineda weigh?

Daniel Pineda weighs 145 lbs (66 kg).

What is Daniel Pineda's reach?

Daniel Pineda has a reach of 69" (175 cm).

How old is Daniel Pineda?

Daniel Pineda is 41 years old (born Aug 6, 1985).

Where is Daniel Pineda from?

Daniel Pineda is from the United States.

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