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Ernest Chavez

"EJ"
10-2-0United StatesUnited StatesLast 5

Last fight: Win vs Adam Townsend · Split Decision · Dec 11, 2015

10-2-0 · 5 finishes · Full stats →
LAST FIGHT
LOSSvs Zubaira TukhugovTKO · R1 4:21
UFCUFC Fight Night: Saffiedine vs MacDonald·October 4, 2014

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CAREER SUMMARY

Ernest Chavez holds a professional MMA record of 10-2-0. Chavez has won 10 fights: 5 by KO/TKO, 0 by submission, 5 by decision. Of 2 career losses, 1 came by KO/TKO and 1 by submission. In the UFC, Chavez lands 2.79 significant strikes per minute with 41% accuracy and averages 0.89 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: October 4, 2014. Tracked organizations: UFC.

Profile

Height
5'8"173 cm
Weight
145 lbs66 kg
Reach
70"178 cm
Stance
Orthodox
DOB
Jun 27, 1983
Age
43
Nationality
United States
Birthplace
Brawley, United States

Career history

  1. WIN
    vs Adam Townsend
    RFA 33: Townsend vs. Chavez· Dec 11, 2015· Lightweight· 10-2 vs 14-4
    SD
  2. WIN
    vs Justin Buchholz
    TWC 23: Halloween Havoc 5· Oct 30, 2015· 9-2 vs 15-10
    TKO
    R1 · 3:22
  3. LOSS
    vs Zubaira Tukhugov
    UFC Fight Night: Saffiedine vs MacDonald· Oct 4, 2014· Featherweight· 8-2 vs 17-3
    TKO
    R1 · 4:21
  4. LOSS
    vs Elias Silverio
    UFC Fight Night: Munoz vs Mousasi· May 31, 2014· Lightweight· 8-1 vs 11-0
    SUB
    R3 · 4:21
  5. WIN
    vs Yosdenis Cedeno
    UFC 170: Rousey vs McMann· Feb 22, 2014· Lightweight· 8-0 vs 9-3
    SD
    R3 · 5:00
  6. WIN
    vs Jorge Valdez×1Title bout · Title win #1
    BAMMA Badbeat 9· May 31, 2013· Lightweight· 7-0 vs 2-2
    TKO
    R3 · 4:00
  7. WIN
    vs Tom Gloudeman
    BAMMA Badbeat 8· Mar 15, 2013· Lightweight· 6-0 vs 6-4
    TKO
    R1 · 1:21
  8. WIN
    vs Josh Smith
    Fight Club OC· Oct 4, 2012· Welterweight· 5-0 vs 8-6
    UD
  9. WIN
    vs Stephen Martinez
    Long Beach Fight Night· Nov 20, 2011· 4-0 vs 4-2
    DEC
  10. WIN
    vs Xavier Stokes
    California Regional· May 19, 2011· 3-0 vs 2-2
    TKO
  11. WIN
    vs Brandon Jinnies
    Battle in the Ballroom· Aug 5, 2010· 2-0 vs 3-14
    TKO
  12. WIN
    vs Dionisio Ramirez
    California Regional· Jun 13, 2009· 1-0 vs 1-1
    DEC

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Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

  • Total MMA Studios

Career stats

Pro MMARecord: 10-2-0 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed2.79per min
41% accuracy
Strikes absorbed3.89per min
59% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed0.89per 15 min
33% success
Takedowns stuffed50%
Submission attempts0.0per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 1-2-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed2.79per min
41% accuracy
Strikes absorbed3.89per min
59% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed0.89per 15 min
33% success
Takedowns stuffed50%
Submission attempts0.0per 15 min
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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1678▲12
Peak
1704Feb 22, 2014
Rated fights
12
150016001700201020112012201320142015Jun 13, 2009 · 1528Aug 5, 2010 · 1545May 19, 2011 · 1580Nov 20, 2011 · 1609Oct 4, 2012 · 1633Mar 15, 2013 · 1672May 31, 2013 · 1693Feb 22, 2014 · 1704May 31, 2014 · 1675Oct 4, 2014 · 1644Oct 30, 2015 · 1666Dec 11, 2015 · 16781678

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Frequently asked questions

When does Ernest Chavez fight next?

Ernest Chavez has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Ernest Chavez's record?

Ernest Chavez's professional MMA record is 10-2-0.

Who is Ernest Chavez fighting next?

Ernest Chavez's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Ernest Chavez fight last?

Ernest Chavez most recently fought Zubaira Tukhugov at UFC Fight Night: Saffiedine vs MacDonald on Saturday, October 4, 2014, LOSS (TKO).

What weight class does Ernest Chavez fight in?

Ernest Chavez fights at Featherweight.

How many knockouts does Ernest Chavez have?

Ernest Chavez has 5 wins by KO/TKO and 0 wins by submission.

How tall is Ernest Chavez?

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

How much does Ernest Chavez weigh?

Ernest Chavez weighs 145 lbs (66 kg).

What is Ernest Chavez's reach?

Ernest Chavez has a reach of 70" (178 cm).

How old is Ernest Chavez?

Ernest Chavez is 43 years old (born Jun 27, 1983).

Where is Ernest Chavez from?

Ernest Chavez is from the United States.

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