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Josh Sampo

"The Gremlin"
11-6-0★ 1bonusUnited StatesUnited StatesLast 5
Amateur MMA 4-0

Last fight: Loss vs Dominic Mazzotta · Unanimous Decision · Apr 13, 2018

11-6-0 · 6 finishes · Full stats →
LAST FIGHT
LOSSvs Dominic MazzottaUD · R3 5:00
BellatorBellator 197: Chandler vs Girtz·April 13, 2018

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CAREER SUMMARY

Josh Sampo holds a professional MMA record of 11-6-0. Sampo has won 11 fights: 0 by KO/TKO, 6 by submission, 5 by decision. Of 6 career losses, 1 came by KO/TKO and 1 by submission. In the UFC, Sampo lands 1.99 significant strikes per minute with 36% accuracy and averages 1.06 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: April 13, 2018. Tracked organizations: BELLATOR, UFC.

Profile

Height
5'4"163 cm
Weight
125 lbs57 kg
Reach
64"163 cm
Stance
Orthodox
DOB
Jul 24, 1984
Age
42
Nationality
United States
Birthplace
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States

Career history

  1. LOSS
    vs Dominic Mazzotta
    Bellator 197: Chandler vs Girtz· Apr 13, 2018· Bantamweight· 11-6 vs 14-2
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  2. LOSS
    vs Justin Scoggins
    UFC 187: Johnson vs Cormier· May 23, 2015· Flyweight· 11-5 vs 10-2
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  3. LOSS
    vs Paddy Holohan
    UFC Fight Night: McGregor vs Brandao· Jul 19, 2014· Flyweight· 11-4 vs 10-0-1
    SUB
    R1 · 3:06
  4. LOSS
    vs Zach Makovsky
    UFC 170: Rousey vs McMann· Feb 22, 2014· Flyweight· 11-3 vs 18-4
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  5. WIN
    vs Ryan Benoit
    UFC · The Ultimate Fighter: Team Rousey vs Team Tate Finale· Nov 30, 2013· Flyweight· 11-2 vs 7-3
    SUB
    R2 · 4:31
    FOTN
  6. WIN
    vs Sam Thao×1Title bout · Title win #1
    CFA 12: Sampo vs. Thao· Oct 12, 2013· Flyweight· 10-2 vs 6-2
    UD
  7. WIN
    vs Alexis Vila
    CFA 9: Firmino vs. Palomino· Jan 19, 2013· Flyweight· 9-2 vs 11-3
    SUB
    R5 · 2:26
  8. WIN
    vs Antonio Banuelos
    Legacy FC 14· Sep 14, 2012· Flyweight· 8-2 vs 20-9
    UD
  9. WIN
    vs Carson Gainey
    Rumble Time Promotions· Jul 27, 2012· 7-2 vs 8-10
    SUB
  10. LOSS
    vs Will Campuzano
    Rumble Time Promotions· May 19, 2012· 6-2 vs 10-4
    TKO
  11. WIN
    vs Czar Sklavos
    Missouri Regional· Apr 13, 2012· 6-1 vs 6-2
    DEC
  12. WIN
    vs Gor Mnatsakanyan
    United Fighting Federation· Nov 5, 2011· 5-1 vs 2-1
    DEC
  13. WIN
    vs Jeremy Freeman
    Missouri Regional· Jul 16, 2011· 4-1 vs 0-1
    SUB
  14. LOSS
    vs Mike French
    Missouri Regional· Mar 10, 2011· 3-1 vs 7-9
    DEC
  15. WIN
    vs Eric Acuna
    Missouri Regional· Aug 14, 2010· 3-0 vs 0-1
    DEC
  16. WIN
    vs Jake Rosenbaum
    HFC 4: Showdown at the Steel Yard· Jun 11, 2010· Flyweight· 2-0 vs 0-1
    SUB
    R3 · 0:57
  17. WIN
    vs Josh Phillips
    Missouri Regional· Nov 6, 2009· 1-0 vs 2-1
    SUB

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

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

  • St. Charles MMA

Fight DNA

Submission Ace

UFCalendar's style model · Bantamweight roster (343 fighters)

PowerSpeedPrecisionDurabilityEngineWrestlingGround
Submission Threat
99 · best in division
Punch power46
Kick power61
Punch speed51
Kick speed75
Accuracy50
Takedowns77
Ground striking64
Submissions99
Chin83
Body strength67
Cardio92

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

By the numbers

Pro MMARecord: 11-6-0 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed1.99per min
36% accuracy
Strikes absorbed2.96per min
56% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed1.06per 15 min
33% success
Takedowns stuffed40%
Submission attempts2.1per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 1-3-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed1.99per min
36% accuracy
Strikes absorbed2.96per min
56% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed1.06per 15 min
33% success
Takedowns stuffed40%
Submission attempts2.1per 15 min
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Bonus résumé

Josh Sampo has won 1 UFC post-fight bonus. Estimated bonus earnings: $50,000.

★ Fight of the Night ×1
  1. ★ FOTNvs Ryan Benoit · The Ultimate Fighter: Team Rousey vs Team Tate FinaleNov 30, 2013

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 Josh Sampo earns per fight.

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1558▼12
Peak
1724Nov 30, 2013
Rated fights
17
15001600170020102012201420162018Nov 6, 2009 · 1544Jun 11, 2010 · 1580Aug 14, 2010 · 1601Mar 10, 2011 · 1565Jul 16, 2011 · 1598Nov 5, 2011 · 1623Apr 13, 2012 · 1641May 19, 2012 · 1615Jul 27, 2012 · 1629Sep 14, 2012 · 1647Jan 19, 2013 · 1677Oct 12, 2013 · 1693Nov 30, 2013 · 1724Feb 22, 2014 · 1702Jul 19, 2014 · 1661May 23, 2015 · 1639Apr 13, 2018 · 15581558

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Frequently asked questions

When does Josh Sampo fight next?

Josh Sampo has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Josh Sampo's record?

Josh Sampo's professional MMA record is 11-6-0.

Who is Josh Sampo fighting next?

Josh Sampo's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Josh Sampo fight last?

Josh Sampo most recently fought Dominic Mazzotta at Bellator 197: Chandler vs Girtz on Friday, April 13, 2018, LOSS (Unanimous Decision).

What weight class does Josh Sampo fight in?

Josh Sampo fights at Bantamweight.

How many knockouts does Josh Sampo have?

Josh Sampo has 0 wins by KO/TKO and 6 wins by submission.

How many UFC bonuses has Josh Sampo won?

Josh Sampo has won 1 UFC post-fight bonus: 1× Fight of the Night.

How tall is Josh Sampo?

Josh Sampo is 5'4" (163 cm) tall.

How much does Josh Sampo weigh?

Josh Sampo weighs 125 lbs (57 kg).

What is Josh Sampo's reach?

Josh Sampo has a reach of 64" (163 cm).

How old is Josh Sampo?

Josh Sampo is 42 years old (born Jul 24, 1984).

Where is Josh Sampo from?

Josh Sampo is from the United States.

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