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Jon Fitch

32-8-2★ 2bonusesUnited StatesUnited StatesLast 5
Amateur MMA 2-0

Last fight: Loss vs Neiman Gracie · Submission · Sep 11, 2020

32-8-2 · 12 finishes · Full stats →
LAST FIGHT
LOSSvs Neiman GracieSUB · R2 4:47
BellatorBellator 245: Davis vs Machida 2·September 11, 2020

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CAREER SUMMARY

Jon Fitch holds a professional MMA record of 32-8-2. Fitch has won 32 fights: 7 by KO/TKO, 5 by submission, 20 by decision. Of 8 career losses, 2 came by KO/TKO and 4 by submission. In the UFC, Fitch lands 2.64 significant strikes per minute with 51% accuracy and averages 3.64 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: September 11, 2020. Tracked organizations: BELLATOR, PFL, UFC.

Profile

Height
6'0"183 cm
Weight
170 lbs77 kg
Reach
74"188 cm
Stance
Orthodox
DOB
Feb 24, 1978
Age
48
Nationality
United States
Birthplace
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States

Career history

  1. WIN
    vs Jake Shields×1Title bout · Title win #1
    WSOF 34: Gaethje vs. Firmino· Dec 31, 2016· Welterweight· 30-7-1 vs 31-9-1
    UD
  2. WIN
    WSOF 30: Branch vs. Starks· Apr 2, 2016· Welterweight· 29-7-1 vs 20-8
    UD
  3. WIN
    WSOF 24: Fitch vs. Okami· Oct 17, 2015· Welterweight· 28-7-1 vs 31-10
    UD
  4. LOSS
    WSOF 16: Palhares vs. Fitch· Dec 13, 2014· Welterweight· 27-7-1 vs 17-6
    SUB
    R1 · 1:30
  5. WIN
    WSOF 11: Gaethje vs. Newell· Jul 5, 2014· Middleweight· 27-6-1 vs 52-15-2
    UD
  6. WIN
    vs Marcelo Alfaya
    WSOF 6: Burkman vs. Carl· Oct 26, 2013· Welterweight· 26-6-1 vs 15-7
    SD
  7. LOSS
    WSOF 3: Fitch vs. Burkman 2· Jun 14, 2013· Welterweight· 25-6-1 vs 26-9
    SUB
    R1 · 0:41
  8. WIN
    vs Jeff Joslin
    Freedom Fight· Jul 9, 2005· Welterweight· 11-2 vs 4-2
    SD
  9. WIN
    vs Mike Seal
    Mexico Regional· Dec 17, 2004· 8-2 vs 7-6-1
    TKO
  10. WIN
    vs Jorge Ortiz
    Mexico Regional· Dec 17, 2004· 8-2 vs 7-2
    DEC
  11. WIN
    Mexico Regional· Dec 17, 2004· 8-2 vs 1-1
    TKO
  12. WIN
    vs Kengo Ura
    California Regional· Sep 18, 2004· 7-2 vs 2-3
    DEC
  13. WIN
    Shooto USA: Warrior Spirit· Nov 14, 2003· Welterweight· 6-2 vs 29-9-7
    TKO
    R3 · 0:41
  14. WIN
    vs Gabe Garcia
    Japan Regional· Sep 6, 2003· 5-2 vs 0-1
    TKO
  15. WIN
    vs Kyle Jensen
    Battleground Fight Night 1· Jul 19, 2003· Lightweight· 4-2 vs 14-4
    UD
  16. NC
    vs Solomon Hutcherson
    HOOKnSHOOT: Boot Camp 1.1· Mar 8, 2003· Light Heavyweight· 3-2 vs 3-2
    NC
  17. LOSS
    Absolute Fighting Championship· Dec 13, 2002· 3-2 vs 3-0
    TKO
  18. WIN
    vs Dan Hart
    Minnesota Regional· Sep 7, 2002· 2-1 vs 2-5
    SUB
  19. WIN
    vs Eric Tix
    Minnesota Regional· Sep 7, 2002· 2-1 vs 1-1
    TKO
  20. WIN
    vs Unknown opponent
    Mexico Regional· Aug 31, 2002· 1-1
    TKO
  21. LOSS
    Revolution FC 1· Jul 13, 2002· Light Heavyweight· 0-1 vs 1-0
    SUB
    R1 · 2:35

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

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

BaseFolkstyle WrestlingBJJ
  • 2008Black belt · BJJ · Dave Camarillo
  • Folkstyle Wrestling 45-51 · Record
  • Purdue University · Wrestling · 1997-2002
  • Carroll High School · Wrestling · -1997

Camp

  • American Kickboxing Academy · San Jose, United States

Coaches

  • Javier Mendez · Head coach
  • Bob Cook · Head coach
  • Dave Camarillo · Grappling coach
  • Tom Erikson · Wrestling coach

Training partners

  • Josh Koscheck
  • Cain Velasquez
  • Mike Swick
  • Daniel Cormier

Fight DNA

Pressure Wrestler

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

PowerSpeedPrecisionDurabilityEngineWrestlingGround
Takedown Machine
98 · top 2% in division
Punch power75
Kick power61
Punch speed52
Kick speed66
Accuracy70
Takedowns98
Ground striking99
Submissions94
Chin91
Body strength94
Cardio97

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

By the numbers

Pro MMARecord: 32-8-2 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed2.64per min
51% accuracy
Strikes absorbed1.55per min
54% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed3.64per 15 min
55% success
Takedowns stuffed56%
Submission attempts0.9per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 14-3-1 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed2.64per min
51% accuracy
Strikes absorbed1.55per min
54% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed3.64per 15 min
55% success
Takedowns stuffed56%
Submission attempts0.9per 15 min
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Where they rank

All-time boards where Jon Fitch sits in the top 25.

Bonus résumé

Jon Fitch has won 2 UFC post-fight bonuses. Estimated bonus earnings: $50,000.

★ Fight of the Night ×2
  1. ★ FOTNvs Erick Silva · UFC 153: Silva vs BonnarOct 13, 2012
  2. ★ FOTNvs Georges St-Pierre · UFC 87: SEEK AND DESTROYAug 9, 2008

Estimates use each era's real amount: $50,000 from 2012, $100,000 from UFC 324, plus $25,000 finish incentives. 1 pre-2012 award is not priced · amounts varied per event.

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Salary & career earnings

Disclosed purses, reported paydays and what we estimate Jon Fitch earns per fight.

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Official UFC Ranking

Jon Fitch's standing in the official UFC rankings, tracked since 2013.

Current
Unranked
Peak
#9 Welterweight
First ranked
Feb 4, 2013
Times ranked
1

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1816▼17
Peak
1884Feb 26, 2011
Rated fights
41
150016501800200320062009201220152018Jul 13, 2002 · 1459Sep 7, 2002 · 1495Sep 7, 2002 · 1536Dec 13, 2002 · 1499Jul 19, 2003 · 1539Sep 6, 2003 · 1575Nov 14, 2003 · 1613Sep 18, 2004 · 1622Dec 17, 2004 · 1672Dec 17, 2004 · 1637Dec 17, 2004 · 1654Jul 9, 2005 · 1678Oct 3, 2005 · 1708Apr 6, 2006 · 1748Jun 29, 2006 · 1779Oct 14, 2006 · 1795Mar 3, 2007 · 1824Jun 12, 2007 · 1844Sep 22, 2007 · 1850Mar 1, 2008 · 1857Aug 9, 2008 · 1846Jan 31, 2009 · 1853Jul 11, 2009 · 1862Dec 12, 2009 · 1868Mar 27, 2010 · 1875Aug 7, 2010 · 1884Feb 26, 2011 · 1884Dec 30, 2011 · 1865Oct 13, 2012 · 1873Feb 2, 2013 · 1861Jun 14, 2013 · 1842Oct 26, 2013 · 1845Jul 5, 2014 · 1851Dec 13, 2014 · 1831Oct 17, 2015 · 1840Apr 2, 2016 · 1847Dec 31, 2016 · 1856Jun 30, 2017 · 1867May 12, 2018 · 1875Apr 27, 2019 · 1876Sep 12, 2020 · 18161816

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Frequently asked questions

When does Jon Fitch fight next?

Jon Fitch has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Jon Fitch's record?

Jon Fitch's professional MMA record is 32-8-2.

Who is Jon Fitch fighting next?

Jon Fitch's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Jon Fitch fight last?

Jon Fitch most recently fought Neiman Gracie at Bellator 245: Davis vs Machida 2 on Friday, September 11, 2020, LOSS (Submission).

What weight class does Jon Fitch fight in?

Jon Fitch fights at Welterweight.

How many knockouts does Jon Fitch have?

Jon Fitch has 7 wins by KO/TKO and 5 wins by submission.

How many UFC bonuses has Jon Fitch won?

Jon Fitch has won 2 UFC post-fight bonuses: 2× Fight of the Night.

How tall is Jon Fitch?

Jon Fitch is 6'0" (183 cm) tall.

How much does Jon Fitch weigh?

Jon Fitch weighs 170 lbs (77 kg).

What is Jon Fitch's reach?

Jon Fitch has a reach of 74" (188 cm).

How old is Jon Fitch?

Jon Fitch is 48 years old (born Feb 24, 1978).

Where is Jon Fitch from?

Jon Fitch is from the United States.

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