Ian Freeman

"The Machine"

20-7-1

United KingdomLast 5

Last fight: Win vs Ricco Rodriguez · TKO · Jul 27, 2013

20-7-1 · 16 finishes · Full stats →

LAST FIGHT

DRAWvs Vernon WhiteDRAW · R3 5:00

UFCUFC 43: Meltdown·June 6, 2003

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Ian Freeman holds a professional MMA record of 20-7-1. Freeman has won 20 fights: 9 by KO/TKO, 7 by submission, 4 by decision. Of 7 career losses, 6 came by KO/TKO and 1 by submission. In the UFC, Freeman lands 2.14 significant strikes per minute with 51% accuracy and averages 0.97 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: June 6, 2003. Tracked organizations: UFC.

Profile

Height: 5'11"180 cm
Weight: 225 lbs102 kg
Stance: Orthodox
DOB: Nov 10, 1966
Age: 60
Nationality: United Kingdom
Birthplace: United Kingdom

Career history

WIN
vs Ricco Rodriguez×1Title bout · Title win #1
UCFC 5: Legends of MMA· Jul 27, 2013· Heavyweight· 20-7-1 vs 51-21
TKO
R1 · 2:11
WIN
vs Paul Cahoon
Cage Rage· May 10, 2008· 19-7-1 vs 10-11
DEC
WIN
vs Mark Epstein
Cage Rage· Sep 30, 2006· 18-7-1 vs 12-8
DEC
LOSS
vs Melvin Manhoef
Cage Rage· Jul 1, 2006· 17-7-1 vs 14-2-1
TKO
R1 · 0:17
WIN
vs William Elworthy
United Kingdom Regional· Dec 12, 2004· 17-6-1 vs 2-8
TKO
WIN
vs Ryan Robinson
Cage Rage· Nov 27, 2004· 16-6-1 vs 4-3-1
TKO
WIN
vs Keith Dace
Cage Warriors 5· Nov 2, 2003· Heavyweight· 15-6-1 vs 3-5
TKO
R1 · 0:47
DRAW
vs Vernon White
UFC 43: Meltdown· Jun 6, 2003· Heavyweight· 14-6-1 vs 20-23-2
DRAW
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Gerhard Ettl
Free Fight Association Austria· Feb 22, 2003· 14-6 vs 3-2
SUB
LOSS
vs Andrei Arlovski
UFC 40: Vendetta· Nov 22, 2002· Heavyweight· 13-6 vs 5-3
TKO
R1 · 1:18
WIN
vs Frank Mir
UFC 38: Brawl At The Hall· Jul 13, 2002· Heavyweight· 13-5 vs 4-1
TKO
R1 · 4:35
WIN
vs Carlos Barreto
HOOKnSHOOT· Nov 17, 2001· 12-5 vs 11-5
DEC
WIN
vs Stanislav Nuschik
Free Fight Association Austria· Jul 14, 2001· 11-5 vs 5-6-1
SUB
LOSS
vs Stanislav Nuschik
M-1: Russia vs. The World 1· Apr 27, 2001· Light Heavyweight· 10-5 vs 5-4-1
TKO
R1 · 0:20
LOSS
vs Valentijn Overeem
2 Hot 2 Handle· Mar 18, 2001· Heavyweight· 10-4 vs 21-12
TKO
R1 · 1:42
LOSS
vs Osami Shibuya
Pancrase 92· Feb 4, 2001· Heavyweight· 10-3 vs 23-22-11
TKO
R1 · 3:51
LOSS
vs Bob Schrijber
It's Showtime 4· Dec 12, 2000· Heavyweight· 10-2 vs 16-10
TKO
R1 · 1:28
WIN
vs Tedd Williams
UFC 27: Ultimate Bad Boyz· Sep 22, 2000· Heavyweight· 10-1 vs 7-1
UD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Bob Stines
Pancrase 85· Jul 23, 2000· Heavyweight· 9-1 vs 2-1-1
TKO
R1 · 2:38
WIN
vs Nate Schroeder
UFC 26: Ultimate Field Of Dreams· Jun 9, 2000· Heavyweight· 8-1 vs 6-6
TKO
R2 · 2:13
LOSS
vs Scott Adams
UFC 24: First Defense· Mar 10, 2000· Heavyweight· 7-1 vs 8-1
SUB
R1 · 3:09
WIN
vs Travis Fulton
Extreme Brawl UK· Dec 5, 1999· 7-0 vs 66-20-6
SUB
WIN
vs Unknown opponent
United Kingdom Regional· Oct 3, 1999· 6-0
TKO
WIN
vs Keith Dace
United Kingdom Regional· Aug 28, 1999· 4-0 vs 0-1
SUB
WIN
vs Unknown opponent
United Kingdom Regional· Aug 28, 1999· 4-0
SUB
WIN
vs Unknown opponent
United Kingdom Regional· Jun 27, 1999· 1-0
SUB
WIN
vs Unknown opponent
United Kingdom Regional· Jun 27, 1999· 1-0
TKO
WIN
vs Unknown opponent
United Kingdom Regional· Jun 27, 1999· 1-0
SUB

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

Fight DNA

Grappling Specialist

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

Punch power93

Kick power66

Punch speed62

Kick speed51

Accuracy83

Takedowns92

Ground striking98

Submissions60

Chin82

Body strength95

Cardio74

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

By the numbers

Pro MMARecord: 20-7-1 · Source: UFCalendar

Striking

Strikes landed2.14per min

51% accuracy

Strikes absorbed2.14per min

40% avoided

Grappling

Takedowns landed0.97per 15 min

50% success

Takedowns stuffed81%

Submission attempts0.6per 15 min

UFC careerRecord: 3-2-1 · Source: UFCStats.com

Striking

Strikes landed2.14per min

51% accuracy

Strikes absorbed2.14per min

40% avoided

Grappling

Takedowns landed0.97per 15 min

50% success

Takedowns stuffed81%

Submission attempts0.6per 15 min

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Where they rank

All-time boards where Ian Freeman sits in the top 25.

UFC

#25 Most submission attempts per 15 minutes, Heavyweight0.6

Recent & upcoming opponents

UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current: 1577▲21
Peak: 1696Sep 22, 2000
Rated fights: 23

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Frequently asked questions

When does Ian Freeman fight next?

Ian Freeman has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Ian Freeman's record?

Ian Freeman's professional MMA record is 20-7-1.

Who is Ian Freeman fighting next?

Ian Freeman's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Ian Freeman fight last?

Ian Freeman most recently fought Vernon White at UFC 43: Meltdown on Friday, June 6, 2003, -.

What weight class does Ian Freeman fight in?

Ian Freeman fights at Heavyweight.

How many knockouts does Ian Freeman have?

Ian Freeman has 9 wins by KO/TKO and 7 wins by submission.

How tall is Ian Freeman?

Ian Freeman is 5'11" (180 cm) tall.

How much does Ian Freeman weigh?

Ian Freeman weighs 225 lbs (102 kg).

How old is Ian Freeman?

Ian Freeman is 60 years old (born Nov 10, 1966).

Where is Ian Freeman from?

Ian Freeman is from the United Kingdom.

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CAREER SUMMARY