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David Kaplan

"Diamond"
3-4-0★ 1bonusUnited StatesUnited StatesLast 5
Amateur MMA 4-0

Last fight: Loss vs Dominique Robinson · TKO · Jul 9, 2010

LAST FIGHT
LOSSvs George RoopSD · R3 5:00
UFCUFC 98: Evans vs Machida·May 23, 2009

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CAREER SUMMARY

David Kaplan holds a professional MMA record of 3-4-0. Kaplan has won 3 fights: 2 by KO/TKO, 1 by submission, 0 by decision. Of 4 career losses, 1 came by KO/TKO and 2 by submission. Most recent fight: May 23, 2009. Tracked organizations: UFC.

Profile

Height
5'7"170 cm
Weight
155 lbs70 kg
Stance
Orthodox
DOB
Nov 16, 1979
Age
46
Nationality
United States
Birthplace
United States

Career history

  1. LOSS
    vs Dominique Robinson
    Tachi Palace Fights· Jul 9, 2010· 3-4 vs 5-3-1
    TKO
  2. LOSS
    vs George Roop
    UFC 98: Evans vs Machida· May 23, 2009· Lightweight· 3-3 vs 9-4
    SD
    R3 · 5:00
  3. LOSS
    vs Junie Browning
    UFC · The Ultimate Fighter: Team Nogueira vs Team Mir Finale· Dec 13, 2008· Lightweight· 3-2 vs 3-0
    SUB
    R2 · 1:32
    FOTN
  4. LOSS
    vs Cristiano Marcello
    Sao Paulo Regional· Nov 30, 2006· 3-1 vs 7-2
    SUB
  5. WIN
    vs Rich Swawola
    Sportfighting 3· Apr 22, 2006· Welterweight· 3-0 vs 0-1
    TKO
    R1 · 2:42
  6. WIN
    vs Steve Headden
    Georgia Regional· Sep 17, 2005· 2-0 vs 7-3
    TKO
  7. WIN
    vs Xander Nel
    Nordin Ben Sallah Memorial 2005· May 21, 2005· Middleweight· 1-0 vs 1-6
    SUB
    R1 · 0:42

Career stats

Pro MMARecord: 3-4-0 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed2.88per min
46% accuracy
Strikes absorbed4.32per min
68% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed4.88per 15 min
44% success
Takedowns stuffed0%
Submission attempts0.7per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 0-2-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed2.88per min
46% accuracy
Strikes absorbed4.32per min
68% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed4.88per 15 min
44% success
Takedowns stuffed0%
Submission attempts0.7per 15 min

Bonus résumé

David Kaplan has won 1 UFC post-fight bonus.

★ Fight of the Night ×1
  1. ★ FOTNvs Junie Browning · The Ultimate Fighter: Team Nogueira vs Team Mir FinaleDec 13, 2008

Estimates use each era's real amount: $50,000 from 2012, $100,000 from UFC 324, plus $25,000 finish incentives. 1 pre-2012 award is not priced · amounts varied per event.

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1407▼18
Peak
1612Apr 22, 2006
Rated fights
8
14001500160020062007200820092010May 21, 2005 · 1531Sep 17, 2005 · 1581Apr 22, 2006 · 1612Nov 30, 2006 · 1564Dec 13, 2008 · 1431Dec 13, 2008 · 1479May 23, 2009 · 1422Jul 9, 2010 · 14071407

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Frequently asked questions

When does David Kaplan fight next?

David Kaplan has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is David Kaplan's record?

David Kaplan's professional MMA record is 3-4-0.

Who is David Kaplan fighting next?

David Kaplan's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did David Kaplan fight last?

David Kaplan most recently fought George Roop at UFC 98: Evans vs Machida on Saturday, May 23, 2009, LOSS (Split Decision).

What weight class does David Kaplan fight in?

David Kaplan fights at Lightweight.

How many knockouts does David Kaplan have?

David Kaplan has 2 wins by KO/TKO and 1 win by submission.

How many UFC bonuses has David Kaplan won?

David Kaplan has won 1 UFC post-fight bonus: 1× Fight of the Night.

How tall is David Kaplan?

David Kaplan is 5'7" (170 cm) tall.

How much does David Kaplan weigh?

David Kaplan weighs 155 lbs (70 kg).

How old is David Kaplan?

David Kaplan is 46 years old (born Nov 16, 1979).

Where is David Kaplan from?

David Kaplan is from the United States.

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