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Danny Castillo

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17-10-0★ 1bonusUnited StatesUnited StatesLast 5

Last fight: Loss vs Nik Lentz · Split Decision · Dec 19, 2015

17-10-0 · 10 finishes · Full stats →
LAST FIGHT
LOSSvs Nik LentzSD · R3 5:00
UFCUFC Fight Night: Dos Anjos vs Cowboy 2·December 19, 2015

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CAREER SUMMARY

Danny Castillo holds a professional MMA record of 17-10-0. Castillo has won 17 fights: 6 by KO/TKO, 4 by submission, 7 by decision. Of 10 career losses, 3 came by KO/TKO and 2 by submission. In the UFC, Castillo lands 2.72 significant strikes per minute with 43% accuracy and averages 2.68 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: December 19, 2015. Tracked organizations: UFC, WEC.

Profile

Height
5'9"175 cm
Weight
155 lbs70 kg
Reach
71"180 cm
Stance
Orthodox
DOB
Aug 25, 1979
Age
47
Nationality
United States
Birthplace
San Francisco, California, United States

Career history

  1. LOSS
    vs Nik Lentz
    UFC Fight Night: Dos Anjos vs Cowboy 2· Dec 19, 2015· Lightweight· 17-10 vs 26-7-2
    SD
    R3 · 5:00
  2. LOSS
    vs Jim Miller
    UFC Fight Night: Dillashaw vs Barao 2· Jul 25, 2015· Lightweight· 17-9 vs 25-6
    SD
    R3 · 5:00
  3. LOSS
    vs Paul Felder
    UFC 182: Jones vs Cormier· Jan 3, 2015· Lightweight· 17-8 vs 10-0
    TKO
    R2 · 2:09
  4. LOSS
    vs Tony Ferguson
    UFC 177: Dillashaw vs Soto· Aug 30, 2014· Lightweight· 17-7 vs 16-3
    SD
    R3 · 5:00
  5. WIN
    vs Charlie Brenneman
    UFC 172: Jones vs Teixeira· Apr 26, 2014· Lightweight· 17-6 vs 19-7
    TKO
    R2 · 0:21
  6. LOSS
    vs Edson Barboza
    UFC on FOX: Johnson vs Benavidez 2· Dec 14, 2013· Lightweight· 16-6 vs 13-1
    MD
    R3 · 5:00
    FOTN
  7. WIN
    vs Tim Means
    UFC on FOX: Johnson vs Moraga· Jul 27, 2013· Lightweight· 16-5 vs 18-5-1
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  8. WIN
    vs Paul Sass
    UFC on FUEL TV: Barao vs McDonald· Feb 16, 2013· Lightweight· 15-5 vs 13-2
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  9. LOSS
    vs Michael Johnson
    UFC on FX: Browne vs Bigfoot· Oct 5, 2012· Lightweight· 14-5 vs 12-6
    TKO
    R2 · 1:06
  10. WIN
    vs John Cholish
    UFC on FOX: Diaz vs Miller· May 5, 2012· Lightweight· 14-4 vs 8-2
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  11. WIN
    vs Anthony Njokuani
    UFC 141: Lesnar vs Overeem· Dec 30, 2011· Lightweight· 13-4 vs 14-6
    SD
    R3 · 5:00
  12. WIN
    vs Shamar Bailey
    UFC 139: Shogun vs Henderson· Nov 19, 2011· Lightweight· 12-4 vs 12-5
    TKO
    R1 · 4:52
  13. LOSS
    vs Jacob Volkmann
    UFC Live: Hardy vs Lytle· Aug 14, 2011· Lightweight· 11-4 vs 13-2
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  14. WIN
    vs Joe Stevenson
    UFC Live: Sanchez vs Kampmann· Mar 3, 2011· Lightweight· 11-3 vs 31-13
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  15. WIN
    vs Will Kerr
    WEC 53: Henderson vs Pettis· Dec 15, 2010· Lightweight· 10-3 vs 9-3
    TKO
    R1 · 1:25
  16. WIN
    vs Dustin Poirier
    WEC 50: Cruz vs Benavidez 2· Aug 17, 2010· Lightweight· 9-3 vs 7-1
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  17. LOSS
    vs Anthony Pettis
    WEC 47: Bowles vs Cruz· Mar 6, 2010· Lightweight· 8-3 vs 10-1
    TKO
    R1 · 2:17
  18. LOSS
    vs Shane Roller
    WEC 44: Brown vs Aldo· Nov 17, 2009· Lightweight· 8-2 vs 7-2
    SUB
    R3 · 3:32
  19. WIN
    vs Ricardo Lamas
    WEC 42: Torres vs Bowles· Aug 8, 2009· Lightweight· 8-1 vs 6-1
    TKO
    R2 · 4:15
  20. WIN
    vs Phil Cardella
    WEC 39: Brown vs Garcia· Feb 28, 2009· Lightweight· 7-1 vs 7-3
    SD
    R3 · 5:00
  21. WIN
    vs Rafael Dias
    WEC 36: Faber vs Brown· Nov 5, 2008· Lightweight· 6-1 vs 11-5-1
    TKO
    R2 · 2:54
  22. LOSS
    vs Donald Cerrone
    WEC 34: Faber vs Pulver· May 31, 2008· Lightweight· 5-1 vs 8-0
    SUB
    R1 · 1:30
  23. WIN
    vs Isaiah Hill
    Cage Combat FC· May 17, 2008· 5-0 vs 4-6
    SUB
  24. WIN
    vs Andy Salazar
    Palace Fighting Championship· Mar 20, 2008· 4-0 vs 0-3
    SUB
  25. WIN
    vs Noah Schnable
    Cage Combat FC· Feb 16, 2008· 3-0 vs 3-9-1
    TKO
  26. WIN
    vs Gigo Jara
    Gladiator Challenge· Dec 22, 2007· 2-0 vs 5-7
    SUB
  27. WIN
    vs Billy Terry
    Gladiator Challenge· Nov 11, 2007· 1-0 vs 2-5
    SUB

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

  • Team Alpha Male

Fight DNA

Grappling Specialist

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

PowerSpeedPrecisionDurabilityEngineWrestlingGround
Punch power45
Kick power68
Punch speed76
Kick speed77
Accuracy73
Takedowns97
Ground striking96
Submissions76
Chin72
Body strength92
Cardio95

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

By the numbers

Pro MMARecord: 17-10-0 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed2.72per min
43% accuracy
Strikes absorbed2.13per min
62% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed2.68per 15 min
35% success
Takedowns stuffed61%
Submission attempts0.3per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 7-7-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed2.72per min
43% accuracy
Strikes absorbed2.13per min
62% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed2.68per 15 min
35% success
Takedowns stuffed61%
Submission attempts0.3per 15 min
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Where they rank

All-time boards where Danny Castillo sits in the top 25.

Bonus résumé

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

★ Fight of the Night ×1
  1. ★ FOTNvs Edson Barboza · UFC on FOX: Johnson vs Benavidez 2Dec 14, 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 Danny Castillo earns per fight.

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1731▼6
Peak
1761Apr 26, 2014
Rated fights
27
1500160017002008201020122014Nov 11, 2007 · 1528Dec 22, 2007 · 1565Feb 16, 2008 · 1587Mar 20, 2008 · 1614May 17, 2008 · 1637Jun 1, 2008 · 1595Nov 5, 2008 · 1632Mar 1, 2009 · 1641Aug 9, 2009 · 1680Nov 18, 2009 · 1646Mar 6, 2010 · 1620Aug 18, 2010 · 1649Dec 16, 2010 · 1684Mar 3, 2011 · 1710Aug 14, 2011 · 1687Nov 20, 2011 · 1714Dec 30, 2011 · 1725May 5, 2012 · 1751Oct 5, 2012 · 1731Feb 16, 2013 · 1744Jul 27, 2013 · 1756Dec 14, 2013 · 1747Apr 26, 2014 · 1761Aug 30, 2014 · 1756Jan 3, 2015 · 1740Jul 25, 2015 · 1737Dec 19, 2015 · 17311731

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Frequently asked questions

When does Danny Castillo fight next?

Danny Castillo has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Danny Castillo's record?

Danny Castillo's professional MMA record is 17-10-0.

Who is Danny Castillo fighting next?

Danny Castillo's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Danny Castillo fight last?

Danny Castillo most recently fought Nik Lentz at UFC Fight Night: Dos Anjos vs Cowboy 2 on Saturday, December 19, 2015, LOSS (Split Decision).

What weight class does Danny Castillo fight in?

Danny Castillo fights at Lightweight.

How many knockouts does Danny Castillo have?

Danny Castillo has 6 wins by KO/TKO and 4 wins by submission.

How many UFC bonuses has Danny Castillo won?

Danny Castillo has won 1 UFC post-fight bonus: 1× Fight of the Night.

How tall is Danny Castillo?

Danny Castillo is 5'9" (175 cm) tall.

How much does Danny Castillo weigh?

Danny Castillo weighs 155 lbs (70 kg).

What is Danny Castillo's reach?

Danny Castillo has a reach of 71" (180 cm).

How old is Danny Castillo?

Danny Castillo is 47 years old (born Aug 25, 1979).

Where is Danny Castillo from?

Danny Castillo is from the United States.

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