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John Salter

19-6-0United StatesUnited StatesLast 5
Amateur MMA 4-0Grappling 1-2

Last fight: Win vs Aaron Jeffery · Unanimous Decision · Mar 31, 2023

19-6-0 · 18 finishes · Full stats →
LAST FIGHT
WINvs Aaron JefferyUD · R3 5:00
BellatorBellator 293: Golm vs James·March 31, 2023

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CAREER SUMMARY

John Salter holds a professional MMA record of 19-6-0. Salter has 26 professional MMA bouts on record. Salter has won 20 fights: 7 by KO/TKO, 11 by submission, 2 by decision. Of 6 career losses, 2 came by KO/TKO and 3 by submission. In the UFC, Salter lands 1.35 significant strikes per minute with 24% accuracy and averages 2.61 takedowns per 15 minutes. Salter also has 3 recorded Grappling bouts. Most recent fight: March 31, 2023. Tracked organizations: BELLATOR, STRIKEFORCE, UFC.

Profile

Height
6'1"185 cm
Weight
185 lbs84 kg
Reach
74"188 cm
Stance
Southpaw
DOB
Mar 21, 1985
Age
41
Nationality
United States
Birthplace
Gardendale, Alabama, United States

Career history

  1. WIN
    Bellator 244· Aug 21, 2020· Middleweight· 18-4 vs 15-7
    SUB
    R3 · 3:11
  2. WIN
    vs Jaime Jara
    TWC 18: Halloween Havoc 3· Oct 25, 2013· Middleweight· 10-3 vs 34-15
    SUB
    R1 · 2:20
  3. WIN
    vs Fred Weaver
    SHP 23· Apr 27, 2013· Middleweight· 9-3 vs 3-7
    TKO
    R1 · 1:38
  4. LOSS
    vs Reggie Peña
    XFC 18: Music City Mayhem· Jun 22, 2012· Middleweight· 8-3 vs 10-5
    SUB
    R2 · 0:36
  5. WIN
    vs Ryan Machan
    PFC 8· Dec 9, 2011· Middleweight· 8-2 vs 15-8
    SUB
    R1 · 2:47
  6. WIN
    Armageddon FC 6· Jun 18, 2011· Middleweight· 7-2 vs 12-7-1
    TKO
    R2 · 4:13
  7. WIN
    Capital City Cage Wars· Oct 17, 2009· 4-0 vs 1-3
    TKO
  8. WIN
    vs James Hammortree
    Alabama Regional· Jul 27, 2009· 3-0 vs 5-1
    SUB
  9. WIN
    vs Roberto Traven
    Adrenaline MMA 3· Jun 13, 2009· Middleweight· 2-0 vs 6-4-1
    TKO
    R1 · 2:15
  10. WIN
    vs Patrick Mandio
    KOTC: Invincible· Mar 27, 2009· Middleweight· 1-0 vs 0-2
    SUB
    R1 · 4:35

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Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

  • Salty Dog Jiu Jitsu

Career stats

Pro MMARecord: 19-6-0 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed1.35per min
24% accuracy
Strikes absorbed2.13per min
70% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed2.61per 15 min
40% success
Takedowns stuffed67%
Submission attempts0.0per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 1-2-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed1.35per min
24% accuracy
Strikes absorbed2.13per min
70% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed2.61per 15 min
40% success
Takedowns stuffed67%
Submission attempts0.0per 15 min
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Salary & career earnings

Disclosed purses, reported paydays and what we estimate John Salter earns per fight.

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1807▲9
Peak
1826Aug 21, 2020
Rated fights
26
150016001700180020102013201620192022Mar 27, 2009 · 1543Jun 13, 2009 · 1578Jul 27, 2009 · 1631Oct 17, 2009 · 1653Jan 11, 2010 · 1607May 8, 2010 · 1679Aug 29, 2010 · 1650Jan 7, 2011 · 1678Jun 18, 2011 · 1700Dec 9, 2011 · 1721Jun 22, 2012 · 1682Apr 27, 2013 · 1691Oct 25, 2013 · 1715Jan 16, 2015 · 1727Jun 17, 2016 · 1738Dec 10, 2016 · 1747Jul 14, 2017 · 1774Nov 16, 2017 · 1794Sep 21, 2018 · 1781Nov 30, 2018 · 1795Nov 8, 2019 · 1804Jun 7, 2020 · 1815Aug 21, 2020 · 1826Aug 13, 2021 · 1814Mar 12, 2022 · 1802Mar 31, 2023 · 18071807

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Frequently asked questions

When does John Salter fight next?

John Salter has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is John Salter's record?

John Salter's professional MMA record is 19-6-0.

Who is John Salter fighting next?

John Salter's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did John Salter fight last?

John Salter most recently fought Aaron Jeffery at Bellator 293: Golm vs James on Friday, March 31, 2023, WIN (Unanimous Decision).

What weight class does John Salter fight in?

John Salter fights at Middleweight.

How many knockouts does John Salter have?

John Salter has 7 wins by KO/TKO and 11 wins by submission.

How tall is John Salter?

John Salter is 6'1" (185 cm) tall.

How much does John Salter weigh?

John Salter weighs 185 lbs (84 kg).

What is John Salter's reach?

John Salter has a reach of 74" (188 cm).

How old is John Salter?

John Salter is 41 years old (born Mar 21, 1985).

Where is John Salter from?

John Salter is from the United States.

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