David Abbott

"Tank"

10-15-0

United StatesLast 5

Last fight: Loss vs Ruben Villareal · TKO · Apr 13, 2013

10-15-0 · 9 finishes · Full stats →

LAST FIGHT

LOSSvs Paul BuentelloTKO · R1 0:43

StrikeforceStrikeforce: Tank vs Buentello·October 6, 2006

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David Abbott holds a professional MMA record of 10-15-0. Abbott has won 10 fights: 7 by KO/TKO, 2 by submission, 1 by decision. Of 15 career losses, 7 came by KO/TKO and 6 by submission. In the UFC, Abbott lands 1.83 significant strikes per minute with 44% accuracy and averages 1.76 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: October 6, 2006. Tracked organizations: STRIKEFORCE, PRIDE FC, UFC.

Profile

Height: 6'0"183 cm
Weight: 265 lbs120 kg
Stance: Switch
DOB: Apr 26, 1965
Age: 61
Nationality: United States
Birthplace: Huntington Beach, California

Career history

LOSS
vs Ruben Villareal
KOTC: Fighting Legends· Apr 13, 2013· Heavyweight· 10-15 vs 22-25-3
TKO
R2 · 2:06
WIN
vs Mike Bourke
California Regional· Feb 13, 2009· 10-14 vs 8-12-1
TKO
LOSS
vs Kimbo Slice
EliteXC: Street Certified· Feb 16, 2008· Heavyweight· 9-14 vs 3-0
TKO
R1 · 0:43
LOSS
vs Gary Turner
Cage Rage· Apr 21, 2007· Heavyweight· 9-13 vs 2-0-1
TKO
R1 · 2:31
LOSS
vs Paul Buentello
Strikeforce: Tank vs Buentello· Oct 6, 2006· Heavyweight· 9-12 vs 23-9
TKO
R1 · 0:43
LOSS
vs Hidehiko Yoshida
PRIDE FC · PRIDE: Final Conflict 2005· Aug 28, 2005· Heavyweight· 9-11 vs 5-3-1
SUB
R1 · 7:40
WIN
vs Wesley Correira
Rumble On The Rock 7· May 7, 2005· Heavyweight· 9-10 vs 14-8
TKO
R1 · 1:23
LOSS
vs Wesley Correira
UFC 45: Revolution· Nov 21, 2003· Heavyweight· 8-10 vs 13-4
TKO
R1 · 2:14
LOSS
vs Kimo Leopoldo
UFC 43: Meltdown· Jun 6, 2003· Heavyweight· 8-9 vs 9-3-1
SUB
R1 · 1:59
LOSS
vs Frank Mir
UFC 41: Onslaught· Feb 28, 2003· Heavyweight· 8-8 vs 5-1
SUB
R1 · 0:46
LOSS
vs Pedro Rizzo
UFC - Ultimate Brazil· Oct 16, 1998· Heavyweight· 8-7 vs 6-0
TKO
R1 · 8:07
WIN
vs Hugo Duarte
UFC 17: Redemption· May 15, 1998· Heavyweight· 8-6 vs 5-1
TKO
R1 · 0:43
WIN
vs Yoji Anjo
UFC - Ultimate Japan· Dec 22, 1997· Heavyweight· 7-6 vs 0-2
UD
R2 · 3:00
LOSS
vs Maurice SmithTitle bout
UFC 15: Collision Course· Oct 17, 1997· Heavyweight· 6-6 vs 7-10
SUB
R1 · 8:08
LOSS
vs Vitor Belfort
UFC 13: The Ultimate Force· May 30, 1997· Heavyweight· 6-5 vs 4-0
TKO
R1 · 0:52
LOSS
vs Don FryeTitle bout
UFC - Ultimate Ultimate '96· Dec 7, 1996· Ultimate Ultimate '96· 6-4 vs 10-1
SUB
R1 · 1:22
WIN
vs Steve Nelmark
UFC - Ultimate Ultimate '96· Dec 7, 1996· Open Weight· 6-3 vs 2-1
TKO
R1 · 1:03
WIN
vs Cal Worsham
UFC - Ultimate Ultimate '96· Dec 7, 1996· Open Weight· 5-3 vs 1-2
TKO
R1 · 2:51
WIN
vs Sam Adkins
UFC 11: The Proving Ground· Sep 20, 1996· Open Weight· 4-2 vs 2-2
SUB
R1 · 2:06
LOSS
vs Scott Ferrozzo
UFC 11: The Proving Ground· Sep 20, 1996· Open Weight· 4-3 vs 3-1
UD
R2 · 3:00
LOSS
vs Dan Severn
UFC - Ultimate Ultimate '95· Dec 16, 1995· Open Weight· 3-2 vs 7-2
UD
R1 · 18:00
WIN
vs Steve Jennum
UFC - Ultimate Ultimate '95· Dec 16, 1995· Open Weight· 3-1 vs 2-1
SUB
R1 · 1:14
WIN
vs John Matua
UFC 6: Clash Of The Titans· Jul 14, 1995· Open Weight· 1-0 vs 0-1
TKO
R1 · 0:20
LOSS
vs Oleg TaktarovTitle bout
UFC 6: Clash Of The Titans· Jul 14, 1995· 6· 2-1 vs 7-1
SUB
R1 · 17:45
WIN
vs Paul Varelans
UFC 6: Clash Of The Titans· Jul 14, 1995· Open Weight· 2-0 vs 1-1
TKO
R1 · 1:53

Title bout

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

BaseFolkstyle WrestlingBoxing

All-American · CCCAA
Cypress College · Wrestling
AGE 9Started in Folkstyle Wrestling

Camp

Westminster Boxing Gym · Boxing · Westminster, California, United States Former

Coaches

Noe Cruz · Boxing coach

Fight DNA

Knockout Artist

UFCalendar's style model · Heavyweight roster (255 fighters)

Punch power98

Kick power49

Punch speed66

Kick speed46

Accuracy71

Takedowns92

Ground striking99

Submissions80

Chin78

Body strength82

Cardio68

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

By the numbers

Pro MMARecord: 10-15-0 · Source: UFCalendar

Striking

Strikes landed1.83per min

44% accuracy

Strikes absorbed2.45per min

32% avoided

Grappling

Takedowns landed1.76per 15 min

63% success

Takedowns stuffed71%

Submission attempts0.7per 15 min

UFC careerRecord: 8-10-0 · Source: UFCStats.com

Striking

Strikes landed1.83per min

44% accuracy

Strikes absorbed2.45per min

32% avoided

Grappling

Takedowns landed1.76per 15 min

63% success

Takedowns stuffed71%

Submission attempts0.7per 15 min

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Where they rank

All-time boards where David Abbott sits in the top 25.

UFC

#7 Shortest average fight time, Heavyweight3:51

Recent & upcoming opponents

UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current: 1467▼16
Peak: 1642Dec 7, 1996
Rated fights: 25

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Frequently asked questions

When does David Abbott fight next?

David Abbott has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is David Abbott's record?

David Abbott's professional MMA record is 10-15-0.

Who is David Abbott fighting next?

David Abbott's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did David Abbott fight last?

David Abbott most recently fought Paul Buentello at Strikeforce: Tank vs Buentello on Friday, October 6, 2006, LOSS (TKO).

What weight class does David Abbott fight in?

David Abbott fights at Heavyweight.

How many knockouts does David Abbott have?

David Abbott has 7 wins by KO/TKO and 2 wins by submission.

How tall is David Abbott?

David Abbott is 6'0" (183 cm) tall.

How much does David Abbott weigh?

David Abbott weighs 265 lbs (120 kg).

How old is David Abbott?

David Abbott is 61 years old (born Apr 26, 1965).

Where is David Abbott from?

David Abbott is from the United States.

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CAREER SUMMARY