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James Moontasri

"Moon Walker"
9-5-0United StatesUnited StatesLast 5

Last fight: Loss vs Alex Morono · Unanimous Decision · Dec 17, 2016

9-5-0 · 7 finishes · Full stats →
LAST FIGHT
LOSSvs Alex MoronoUD · R3 5:00
UFCUFC Fight Night: VanZant vs Waterson·December 17, 2016

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CAREER SUMMARY

James Moontasri holds a professional MMA record of 9-5-0. Moontasri has won 9 fights: 4 by KO/TKO, 3 by submission, 2 by decision. Of 5 career losses, 0 came by KO/TKO and 1 by submission. In the UFC, Moontasri lands 2.39 significant strikes per minute with 49% accuracy and averages 0.00 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: December 17, 2016. Tracked organizations: UFC.

Profile

Height
5'10"178 cm
Weight
170 lbs77 kg
Reach
71"180 cm
Stance
Switch
DOB
Apr 10, 1988
Age
38
Nationality
United States
Birthplace
Frankfurt, Germany

Career history

  1. LOSS
    vs Alex Morono
    UFC Fight Night: VanZant vs Waterson· Dec 17, 2016· Welterweight· 9-5 vs 13-3
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  2. LOSS
    vs Alex Oliveira
    UFC Fight Night: Holm vs Shevchenko· Jul 23, 2016· Welterweight· 9-4 vs 15-4-1
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  3. WIN
    vs Anton Zafir
    UFC 193: Rousey vs Holm· Nov 15, 2015· Welterweight· 9-3 vs 7-2
    TKO
    R1 · 4:36
  4. LOSS
    vs Kevin Lee
    UFC Fight Night: Mir vs Duffee· Jul 15, 2015· Lightweight· 8-3 vs 11-1
    SUB
    R1 · 2:56
  5. WIN
    vs Cody Pfister
    UFC Fight Night: Henderson vs Thatch· Feb 14, 2015· Lightweight· 8-2 vs 11-4-1
    SUB
    R2 · 1:49
  6. LOSS
    vs Joe Ellenberger
    UFC Fight Night: Te Huna vs Marquardt· Jun 28, 2014· Lightweight· 7-2 vs 15-1
    SD
    R3 · 5:00
  7. WIN
    vs Jordan Rinaldi
    RFA 15: Casey vs. Sanchez· Jun 6, 2014· Catchweight· 7-1 vs 7-4
    TKO
    R2 · 1:14
  8. WIN
    vs Rick Reger
    RFA 12: Ortega vs. Koch· Jan 24, 2014· Lightweight· 6-1 vs 6-1
    SUB
    R2 · 0:28
  9. WIN
    vs RJ Clifford
    RFA 9: Munhoz vs. Curran· Aug 16, 2013· Lightweight· 5-1 vs 4-3
    TKO
    R3 · 2:40
  10. LOSS
    vs Darren Smith Jr.
    Fight Club OC· Jun 6, 2013· Lightweight· 4-1 vs 8-3
    SD
  11. WIN
    vs Joshua Aveles
    Respect in the Cage· Aug 25, 2012· 4-0 vs 8-8-1
    DEC
  12. WIN
    vs Joshua Aveles
    Respect in the Cage· Nov 19, 2011· 3-0 vs 2-6-1
    DEC
  13. WIN
    vs Tim Lindsay
    Gladiator Challenge· Apr 21, 2011· 2-0 vs 1-2
    TKO
    R1 · 0:56
  14. WIN
    vs Jade Delong
    Gladiator Challenge· Aug 29, 2008· 1-0 vs 0-2
    SUB

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

  • Black House

Fight DNA

Knockout Artist

UFCalendar's style model · Welterweight roster (398 fighters)

PowerSpeedPrecisionDurabilityEngineWrestlingGround
Punch power97
Kick power96
Punch speed73
Kick speed81
Accuracy58
Takedowns53
Ground striking96
Submissions95
Chin87
Body strength62
Cardio62

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

By the numbers

Pro MMARecord: 9-5-0 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed2.39per min
49% accuracy
Strikes absorbed3.86per min
41% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed0.00per 15 min
0% success
Takedowns stuffed79%
Submission attempts0.3per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 2-4-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed2.39per min
49% accuracy
Strikes absorbed3.86per min
41% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed0.00per 15 min
0% success
Takedowns stuffed79%
Submission attempts0.3per 15 min
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Salary & career earnings

Disclosed purses, reported paydays and what we estimate James Moontasri earns per fight.

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1665▼22
Peak
1710Nov 14, 2015
Rated fights
14
1500160017002009201120132015Aug 29, 2008 · 1536Apr 21, 2011 · 1558Nov 19, 2011 · 1575Aug 25, 2012 · 1597Jun 6, 2013 · 1580Aug 16, 2013 · 1621Jan 24, 2014 · 1653Jun 6, 2014 · 1682Jun 28, 2014 · 1670Feb 14, 2015 · 1704Jul 15, 2015 · 1674Nov 14, 2015 · 1710Jul 24, 2016 · 1687Dec 18, 2016 · 16651665

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Frequently asked questions

When does James Moontasri fight next?

James Moontasri has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is James Moontasri's record?

James Moontasri's professional MMA record is 9-5-0.

Who is James Moontasri fighting next?

James Moontasri's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did James Moontasri fight last?

James Moontasri most recently fought Alex Morono at UFC Fight Night: VanZant vs Waterson on Saturday, December 17, 2016, LOSS (Unanimous Decision).

What weight class does James Moontasri fight in?

James Moontasri fights at Welterweight.

How many knockouts does James Moontasri have?

James Moontasri has 4 wins by KO/TKO and 3 wins by submission.

How tall is James Moontasri?

James Moontasri is 5'10" (178 cm) tall.

How much does James Moontasri weigh?

James Moontasri weighs 170 lbs (77 kg).

What is James Moontasri's reach?

James Moontasri has a reach of 71" (180 cm).

How old is James Moontasri?

James Moontasri is 38 years old (born Apr 10, 1988).

Where is James Moontasri from?

James Moontasri is from the United States.

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