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Drako Rodriguez

"THE GREAT DRAKOLINI"
8-4-0United StatesUnited StatesLast 5
Amateur MMA 13-0Boxing 2-0Pro bare-knuckle 2-1BKFC record 2-1-0

Last fight: Win vs Jaylon Bates · Unanimous Decision · Apr 25, 2026

8-4-0 · 6 finishes · Full stats →
LAST FIGHT
LOSSvs Howard DavisSD · R5 02:00
BKFCBKFC 78 Hollywood: Perdomo vs Adams·July 12, 2025

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CAREER SUMMARY

Drako Rodriguez holds a professional MMA record of 8-4-0. Rodriguez has won 8 fights: 2 by KO/TKO, 4 by submission, 2 by decision. Of 4 career losses, 2 came by KO/TKO and 0 by submission. In the UFC, Rodriguez lands 3.65 significant strikes per minute with 36% accuracy and averages 2.49 takedowns per 15 minutes. Rodriguez also has 2 recorded Boxing bouts. Rodriguez also has 3 recorded Bare-Knuckle Boxing bouts. Most recent fight: July 12, 2025. Tracked organizations: BKFC, UFC.

Profile

Height
5'8"173 cm
Weight
135 lbs61 kg
Reach
69"175 cm
Stance
Orthodox
DOB
Jun 16, 1996
Age
30
Nationality
United States
Birthplace
Eagle Pass, Texas

Career history

  1. WIN
    vs Jaylon Bates
    XFC 54: Ascension· Apr 25, 2026· Featherweight· 8-4 vs 7-2
    UD
  2. LOSS
    vs Cris Lencioni
    B2 Fighting Series 156· Apr 16, 2022· Catchweight· 7-4 vs 8-3
    UD
  3. LOSS
    vs Vince Morales
    UFC 265: Lewis vs Gane· Aug 7, 2021· Bantamweight· 7-3 vs 10-5
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  4. LOSS
    vs Aiemann Zahabi
    UFC Fight Night: Blaydes vs Lewis· Feb 20, 2021· Bantamweight· 7-2 vs 8-2
    TKO
    R1 · 3:05
  5. WIN
    vs Mana Martinez
    UFC · Dana White's Contender Series 32· Sep 8, 2020· Bantamweight· 7-1 vs 6-2
    SUB
    R1 · 2:22
  6. WIN
    vs Fard Muhammad
    KOTC: Showtime 2· Sep 21, 2019· Bantamweight· 6-1 vs 6-14
    UD
  7. WIN
    vs Shaine Moffitt
    KOTC: Hunting Season· Jan 26, 2019· Bantamweight· 5-1 vs 5-7
    SUB
    R1 · 2:57
  8. LOSS
    vs Tony Gravely
    KOTC: Territorial Conflict· Sep 15, 2018· Featherweight· 4-1 vs 15-5
    TKO
    R5 · 3:49
  9. WIN
    vs Emeka Ifekandu
    KOTC: Impending Attack· Jul 14, 2018· Bantamweight· 4-0 vs 5-2
    SUB
    R1 · 0:36
  10. WIN
    vs Elliot Conn
    KOTC: Anger Management· Apr 21, 2018· Bantamweight· 3-0 vs 1-1
    TKO
    R1 · 4:02
  11. WIN
    vs Nathan Trepagnier
    KOTC: Mercenaries 2· Jan 13, 2018· Featherweight· 2-0 vs 4-4
    TKO
    R2 · 0:48
  12. WIN
    vs Derek Perez
    KOTC: Next Level· Oct 21, 2017· Lightweight· 1-0 vs 2-6
    SUB
    R1 · 1:35

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

  • Red's Boxing Club

Career stats

Pro MMARecord: 8-4-0 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed3.37per min
36% accuracy
Strikes absorbed4.40per min
58% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed2.93per 15 min
67% success
Takedowns stuffed75%
Submission attempts0.7per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 0-2-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed3.65per min
36% accuracy
Strikes absorbed4.70per min
59% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed2.49per 15 min
60% success
Takedowns stuffed75%
Submission attempts0.0per 15 min
Pro bare-knuckleRecord: 2-1 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed6.87per min
67% accuracy
Strikes absorbed7.88per min
53% avoided
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Where they rank

All-time boards where Drako Rodriguez sits in the top 25.

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Salary & career earnings

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1583▲22
Peak
1713Sep 8, 2020
Rated fights
12
15001600170020182020202220242026Oct 21, 2017 · 1538Jan 13, 2018 · 1586Apr 21, 2018 · 1628Jul 14, 2018 · 1680Sep 15, 2018 · 1633Jan 26, 2019 · 1665Sep 21, 2019 · 1674Sep 8, 2020 · 1713Feb 21, 2021 · 1667Aug 8, 2021 · 1640Apr 16, 2022 · 1621Apr 25, 2026 · 15831583

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Frequently asked questions

When does Drako Rodriguez fight next?

Drako Rodriguez has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Drako Rodriguez's record?

Drako Rodriguez's professional MMA record is 8-4-0.

Who is Drako Rodriguez fighting next?

Drako Rodriguez's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Drako Rodriguez fight last?

Drako Rodriguez most recently fought Howard Davis at BKFC 78 Hollywood: Perdomo vs Adams on Saturday, July 12, 2025, LOSS (Split Decision).

What weight class does Drako Rodriguez fight in?

Drako Rodriguez fights at Lightweight.

How many knockouts does Drako Rodriguez have?

Drako Rodriguez has 2 wins by KO/TKO and 4 wins by submission.

How tall is Drako Rodriguez?

Drako Rodriguez is 5'8" (173 cm) tall.

How much does Drako Rodriguez weigh?

Drako Rodriguez weighs 135 lbs (61 kg).

What is Drako Rodriguez's reach?

Drako Rodriguez has a reach of 69" (175 cm).

How old is Drako Rodriguez?

Drako Rodriguez is 30 years old (born Jun 16, 1996).

Where is Drako Rodriguez from?

Drako Rodriguez is from the United States.

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