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Gabriel Benitez

"Moggly"
23-12-0★ 3bonusesMexicoMexicoLast 5

Last fight: Loss vs Maheshate · Split Decision · Apr 27, 2024

23-12-0 · 19 finishes · Full stats →
LAST FIGHT
LOSSvs MaheshateSD · R3 5:00
UFCUFC Fight Night: Nicolau vs Perez·April 27, 2024

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CAREER SUMMARY

Gabriel Benitez holds a professional MMA record of 23-12-0. Benitez has won 23 fights: 9 by KO/TKO, 10 by submission, 4 by decision. Of 12 career losses, 4 came by KO/TKO and 3 by submission. In the UFC, Benitez lands 5.26 significant strikes per minute with 42% accuracy and averages 0.22 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: April 27, 2024. Tracked organizations: UFC.

Profile

Height
5'8"173 cm
Weight
155 lbs70 kg
Reach
71"180 cm
Stance
Southpaw
DOB
Jun 15, 1988
Age
38
Nationality
Mexico
Birthplace
Tijuana, Mexico

Career history

  1. WIN
    vs Angelo Sanchez
    Triple A MMA 5· Mar 29, 2014· Featherweight· 16-4 vs 12-6
    UD
  2. WIN
    vs Rey Trujillo
    Fresquez Productions· Dec 6, 2013· Lightweight· 15-4 vs 15-12
    TKO
    R2 · 3:25
  3. LOSS
    vs Richard Villa
    Jackson's MMA Series 11· Aug 10, 2013· Lightweight· 14-4 vs 9-6
    SUB
    R1 · 0:52
  4. LOSS
    vs Rigo Oropeza
    UWC 13: The 13th· Mar 2, 2013· Welterweight· 14-3 vs 6-2
    SUB
    R1 · 0:19
  5. WIN
    vs Antonio Ramirez
    Xtreme Kombat· Sep 21, 2012· 14-2 vs 2-1
    TKO
  6. WIN
    vs Ryan Bixler
    XFS: Hunted· May 19, 2012· 13-2 vs 24-24-1
    TKO
    R1 · 1:24
  7. WIN
    vs Jorge Alberto Bustamante×3Title bout · Title win #3
    UWC 12: Never Tap· Mar 24, 2012· Lightweight· 12-2 vs 5-5
    SUB
    R2 · 3:12
  8. WIN
    vs Daniel Salas
    Xtreme Fighters Latino· May 26, 2011· 11-2 vs 12-2
    DEC
  9. WIN
    vs Raul Bellereza×2Title bout · Title win #2
    UWC 9: They're Back!· Mar 25, 2011· Lightweight· 10-2 vs 1-3
    SUB
    R1 · 3:29
  10. WIN
    vs Manuel Ramos Gallareta×1Title bout · Title win #1
    UWC 5: Bloody Valentine· Feb 12, 2010· Lightweight· 9-2 vs 4-6
    SUB
    R1 · 2:00
  11. WIN
    vs Tito Castro
    UWC 4: Renacimiento· Nov 28, 2009· Welterweight· 8-2 vs 8-2
    TKO
    R2 · 0:13
  12. WIN
    vs Shawn Major
    Mexico Regional· Oct 3, 2009· 7-2 vs 1-3
    SUB
  13. WIN
    vs Shawn Major
    UWC 2: Furia Cachanilla· May 30, 2009· Lightweight· 6-2 vs 1-2
    TKO
    R1 · 2:13
  14. WIN
    vs Kyle Olsen
    UWC 1: Baja California vs. California· Feb 28, 2009· Lightweight· 5-2 vs 7-8
    SUB
    R1 · 1:25
  15. LOSS
    Mexico Regional· Aug 15, 2008· 4-2 vs 9-4
    DEC
  16. WIN
    vs Alan Mar
    Mexico Regional· May 24, 2008· 4-1 vs 0-1
    SUB
  17. WIN
    vs Dominic Gutierrez
    Mexico Regional· Apr 19, 2008· 3-1 vs 0-1
    SUB
  18. LOSS
    vs Emilio Chavez
    Cage of Fire· Nov 24, 2007· 2-1 vs 3-0
    DEC
  19. WIN
    vs Tomas Huerta
    Mexico Regional· Nov 10, 2007· 2-0 vs 0-2
    TKO
  20. WIN
    vs Martin Perez
    Mexico Regional· Jul 28, 2007· 1-0 vs 0-1
    SUB

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

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

  • AKA (American Kickboxing Academy)

Fight DNA

Striking Technician

UFCalendar's style model · Lightweight roster (480 fighters)

PowerSpeedPrecisionDurabilityEngineWrestlingGround
Punch power72
Kick power93
Punch speed96
Kick speed95
Accuracy91
Takedowns52
Ground striking68
Submissions93
Chin78
Body strength84
Cardio94

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

By the numbers

Pro MMARecord: 23-12-0 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed5.26per min
42% accuracy
Strikes absorbed4.49per min
64% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed0.22per 15 min
50% success
Takedowns stuffed56%
Submission attempts0.9per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 7-8-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed5.26per min
42% accuracy
Strikes absorbed4.49per min
64% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed0.22per 15 min
50% success
Takedowns stuffed56%
Submission attempts0.9per 15 min
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Where they rank

All-time boards where Gabriel Benitez sits in the top 25.

Bonus résumé

Gabriel Benitez has won 3 UFC post-fight bonuses. Estimated bonus earnings: $150,000.

★ Fight of the Night ×1★ Performance of the Night ×2
  1. ★ FOTNvs Billy Quarantillo · UFC Fight Night: Makhachev vs MoisesJul 17, 2021
  2. ★ POTNvs Justin Jaynes · UFC Fight Night: Hermansson vs VettoriDec 5, 2020
  3. ★ POTNvs Humberto Bandenay · UFC Fight Night: Maia vs UsmanMay 19, 2018

Estimates use each era's real amount: $50,000 from 2012, $100,000 from UFC 324, plus $25,000 finish incentives.

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Salary & career earnings

Disclosed purses, reported paydays and what we estimate Gabriel Benitez earns per fight.

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1642▼6
Peak
1730Sep 21, 2012
Rated fights
35
150016001700200820112014201720202023Jul 28, 2007 · 1541Nov 10, 2007 · 1570Nov 24, 2007 · 1540Apr 19, 2008 · 1576May 24, 2008 · 1607Aug 15, 2008 · 1578Feb 28, 2009 · 1595May 30, 2009 · 1612Oct 3, 2009 · 1626Nov 28, 2009 · 1647Feb 12, 2010 · 1662Mar 25, 2011 · 1672May 26, 2011 · 1688Mar 24, 2012 · 1703May 19, 2012 · 1715Sep 21, 2012 · 1730Mar 2, 2013 · 1695Aug 10, 2013 · 1662Dec 6, 2013 · 1671Mar 29, 2014 · 1677Nov 15, 2014 · 1686Jun 13, 2015 · 1697Nov 21, 2015 · 1681Sep 18, 2016 · 1697May 14, 2017 · 1686Dec 9, 2017 · 1701May 19, 2018 · 1718Aug 18, 2019 · 1686May 14, 2020 · 1677Dec 6, 2020 · 1695Jul 18, 2021 · 1683Feb 20, 2022 · 1669Aug 13, 2022 · 1679Jan 14, 2024 · 1648Apr 27, 2024 · 16421642

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Frequently asked questions

When does Gabriel Benitez fight next?

Gabriel Benitez has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Gabriel Benitez's record?

Gabriel Benitez's professional MMA record is 23-12-0.

Who is Gabriel Benitez fighting next?

Gabriel Benitez's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Gabriel Benitez fight last?

Gabriel Benitez most recently fought Maheshate at UFC Fight Night: Nicolau vs Perez on Saturday, April 27, 2024, LOSS (Split Decision).

What weight class does Gabriel Benitez fight in?

Gabriel Benitez fights at Lightweight.

How many knockouts does Gabriel Benitez have?

Gabriel Benitez has 9 wins by KO/TKO and 10 wins by submission.

How many UFC bonuses has Gabriel Benitez won?

Gabriel Benitez has won 3 UFC post-fight bonuses: 1× Fight of the Night, 2× Performance of the Night.

How tall is Gabriel Benitez?

Gabriel Benitez is 5'8" (173 cm) tall.

How much does Gabriel Benitez weigh?

Gabriel Benitez weighs 155 lbs (70 kg).

What is Gabriel Benitez's reach?

Gabriel Benitez has a reach of 71" (180 cm).

How old is Gabriel Benitez?

Gabriel Benitez is 38 years old (born Jun 15, 1988).

Where is Gabriel Benitez from?

Gabriel Benitez is from Mexico.

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