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Danny Chavez

"The Colombian Warrior"
12-5-1United StatesUnited StatesLast 5

Last fight: Win vs Bruno Conti · Submission · Jun 6, 2026

12-5-1 · 4 finishes · Full stats →
LAST FIGHT
LOSSvs Ricardo RamosTKO · R1 1:12
UFCUFC Fight Night: Kattar vs Emmett·June 18, 2022

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CAREER SUMMARY

Danny Chavez holds a professional MMA record of 12-5-1. Chavez has won 12 fights: 3 by KO/TKO, 1 by submission, 8 by decision. Of 5 career losses, 1 came by KO/TKO and 1 by submission. In the UFC, Chavez lands 2.86 significant strikes per minute with 39% accuracy and averages 1.95 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: June 18, 2022. Tracked organizations: UFC.

Profile

Height
5'8"173 cm
Weight
145 lbs66 kg
Reach
67"170 cm
Stance
Orthodox
DOB
Mar 14, 1987
Age
39
Nationality
United States
Birthplace
Queens, United States

Career history

  1. WIN
    vs Bruno Conti
    Empire MMA 15· Jun 6, 2026· Featherweight· 12-5-1 vs 14-11
    SUB
    R1 · 2:01
  2. LOSS
    vs Ricardo Ramos
    UFC Fight Night: Kattar vs Emmett· Jun 18, 2022· Featherweight· 11-5-1 vs 16-4
    TKO
    R1 · 1:12
  3. DRAW
    vs Kai Kamaka III
    UFC Fight Night: Hall vs Strickland· Jul 31, 2021· Featherweight· 11-4-1 vs 8-4-1
    DRAW
    R3 · 5:00
  4. LOSS
    vs Jared Gordon
    UFC Fight Night: Blaydes vs Lewis· Feb 20, 2021· Featherweight· 11-4 vs 17-4
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  5. WIN
    vs TJ Brown
    UFC 252: Miocic vs Cormier· Aug 15, 2020· Featherweight· 11-3 vs 14-8
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  6. WIN
    vs Dylan Cala×1Title bout · Title win #1
    Global Legion FC 14· Jul 18, 2020· Featherweight· 10-3 vs 6-3
    TKO
    R1 · 2:24
  7. WIN
    vs Pipe Vargas
    XFN 22· Dec 15, 2018· Featherweight· 9-3 vs 6-1
    TKO
    R1 · 2:50
  8. WIN
    vs Leandro Magalhães
    Shogun Fights· Mar 17, 2018· Featherweight· 8-3 vs 8-9
    TKO
    R1 · 4:08
  9. LOSS
    vs Adi Alić
    Fight Time 31· Jun 24, 2016· Featherweight· 7-3 vs 6-1
    UD
  10. LOSS
    vs Jason Soares
    Fight Time 29· Feb 12, 2016· Featherweight· 7-2 vs 9-0
    SUB
    R5 · 2:32
  11. WIN
    vs John De Jesus
    Fight Time 27· Sep 18, 2015· Featherweight· 7-1 vs 4-5
    UD
  12. WIN
    vs Anderson Hutchinson
    HOF: Nations Collide· Mar 13, 2015· Featherweight· 6-1 vs 4-1
    SD
  13. WIN
    vs Chino Duran
    CFA 8: Araujo vs. Bradley· Oct 6, 2012· Featherweight· 5-1 vs 6-6
    UD
  14. LOSS
    vs Jordan Parsons
    CFA 5: Chavez vs. Parsons· Feb 24, 2012· Featherweight· 4-1 vs 7-0
    UD
  15. WIN
    vs Humberto Rodriguez
    CFA 4: Izquierdo vs. Cenoble· Dec 17, 2011· Featherweight· 4-0 vs 4-1
    UD
  16. WIN
    vs Justin Steave
    CFA 3: Howard vs Olson· Oct 9, 2011· Featherweight· 3-0 vs 1-1
    UD
  17. WIN
    vs Casey Phelps
    Florida Regional· May 6, 2011· 2-0 vs 0-1
    DEC
  18. WIN
    vs Unknown opponent
    Florida Regional· Feb 4, 2010· 1-0
    DEC

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

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

  • MMA Masters

Fight DNA

Knockout Artist

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

PowerSpeedPrecisionDurabilityEngineWrestlingGround
Punch power71
Kick power94
Punch speed94
Kick speed94
Accuracy66
Takedowns92
Ground striking66
Submissions74
Chin71
Body strength90
Cardio94

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

By the numbers

Pro MMARecord: 12-5-1 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed2.86per min
39% accuracy
Strikes absorbed3.83per min
51% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed1.95per 15 min
60% success
Takedowns stuffed88%
Submission attempts0.0per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 1-2-1 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed2.86per min
39% accuracy
Strikes absorbed3.83per min
51% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed1.95per 15 min
60% success
Takedowns stuffed88%
Submission attempts0.0per 15 min
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Salary & career earnings

Disclosed purses, reported paydays and what we estimate Danny Chavez earns per fight.

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1573▲30
Peak
1628Aug 16, 2020
Rated fights
17
15001550160020122015201820212024May 6, 2011 · 1528Oct 9, 2011 · 1557Dec 17, 2011 · 1584Feb 24, 2012 · 1563Oct 6, 2012 · 1588Mar 13, 2015 · 1566Sep 18, 2015 · 1581Feb 12, 2016 · 1563Jun 24, 2016 · 1548Mar 17, 2018 · 1556Dec 15, 2018 · 1587Jul 18, 2020 · 1604Aug 16, 2020 · 1628Feb 21, 2021 · 1611Aug 1, 2021 · 1609Jun 18, 2022 · 1587Jun 6, 2026 · 15731573

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Frequently asked questions

When does Danny Chavez fight next?

Danny Chavez has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Danny Chavez's record?

Danny Chavez's professional MMA record is 12-5-1.

Who is Danny Chavez fighting next?

Danny Chavez's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Danny Chavez fight last?

Danny Chavez most recently fought Ricardo Ramos at UFC Fight Night: Kattar vs Emmett on Saturday, June 18, 2022, LOSS (TKO).

What weight class does Danny Chavez fight in?

Danny Chavez fights at Featherweight.

How many knockouts does Danny Chavez have?

Danny Chavez has 3 wins by KO/TKO and 1 win by submission.

How tall is Danny Chavez?

Danny Chavez is 5'8" (173 cm) tall.

How much does Danny Chavez weigh?

Danny Chavez weighs 145 lbs (66 kg).

What is Danny Chavez's reach?

Danny Chavez has a reach of 67" (170 cm).

How old is Danny Chavez?

Danny Chavez is 39 years old (born Mar 14, 1987).

Where is Danny Chavez from?

Danny Chavez is from the United States.

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