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Juan Díaz

"Pegajoso"
16-1-1★ 1bonusPeruPeruLast 5
Grappling 1-1

Last fight: Win vs Malcolm Wellmaker · Submission · May 16, 2026

NEXT FIGHT
vs Heili Alateng
UFCPolymarket UFC 334: Gane vs Hokit·
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CAREER SUMMARY

Juan Díaz holds a professional MMA record of 16-1-1. Díaz has won 16 fights: 5 by KO/TKO, 3 by submission, 8 by decision. Díaz also has 2 recorded Grappling bouts. Most recent fight: May 16, 2026. Tracked organizations: UFC.

Profile

Height
5'8"173 cm
Weight
135 lbs61 kg
Reach
69"175 cm
Stance
Orthodox
DOB
Jun 3, 1998
Age
28
Nationality
Peru
Birthplace
Lima, Peru

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  1. UFCPolymarket UFC 334: Gane vs Hokit
    vs Heili AlatengBantamweight

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Career history

  1. WIN
    vs Malcolm Wellmaker
    UFC Fight Night: Allen vs Costa· May 16, 2026· Bantamweight· 16-1-1 vs 10-2
    SUB
    R2 · 4:08
    POTN
  2. WIN
    vs Kwon Won Il
    UFC · Dana White's Contender Series 86· Oct 14, 2025· Bantamweight· 15-1-1 vs 14-6
    KO
    R2 · 04:58
  3. WIN
    vs Uriel Cossio×2Title bout · Title win #2
    Lux Fight League 50· Feb 21, 2025· Bantamweight· 14-1-1 vs 14-10
    UD
  4. WIN
    vs José Roura×1Title bout · Title win #1
    Lux Fight League 47· Nov 1, 2024· Bantamweight· 13-1-1 vs 8-5
    TKO
    R4 · 5:00
  5. WIN
    vs Abraham Nava
    Lux Fight League 42· Apr 26, 2024· Catchweight· 12-1-1 vs 6-4
    UD
  6. WIN
    vs José Roura
    Lux Fight League 38· Dec 1, 2023· Bantamweight· 11-1-1 vs 7-4
    UD
  7. WIN
    vs Luis Guerrero
    Lux Fight League 34· Jul 21, 2023· Bantamweight· 10-1-1 vs 11-4
    SUB
    R1 · 4:59
  8. WIN
    vs Irvin Amaya
    Lux Fight League 30· Feb 3, 2023· Bantamweight· 9-1-1 vs 9-3
    UD
  9. WIN
    vs Andrés Leal
    UWC 33· Apr 29, 2022· Bantamweight· 8-1-1 vs 13-9
    UD
  10. LOSS
    vs Rodrigo Vera
    FFC 47: Vera vs. Diaz· Oct 23, 2021· Bantamweight· 7-1-1 vs 11-1-1
    UD
  11. WIN
    vs Juan Campos
    UWC 28· Aug 13, 2021· Bantamweight· 7-0-1 vs 9-10
    TKO
    R1 · 3:29
  12. WIN
    vs Carlos Huachin
    FFC 44: Basurto vs. Ribovics· Dec 10, 2020· Bantamweight· 6-0-1 vs 10-6-2
    UD
  13. WIN
    vs Javier Guzman
    Crixus MMA 5· Dec 6, 2019· Bantamweight· 5-0-1 vs 4-2
    TKO
    R2 · 1:09
  14. WIN
    vs Ramón Cardozo
    Mexico Regional· Sep 28, 2019· 4-0-1 vs 5-4
    DEC
  15. WIN
    vs Arturo Lemus
    Fight Night Champions 4· Jun 15, 2019· 3-0-1 vs 0-3
    SUB
    R1 · 3:22
  16. DRAW
    vs Juan da Silva
    Hualsur Fighting Championship· Dec 8, 2018· 2-0-1 vs 7-5-1
    DEC
  17. WIN
    vs Francisco Alessandria
    Delirium Fest 4· Sep 14, 2018· Bantamweight· 2-0 vs 3-4
    TKO
    R3 · 3:46
  18. WIN
    vs Nahuel Alejandro Farias
    Hualsur FC: Sosa vs. Barbosa· Oct 14, 2017· Bantamweight· 1-0 vs 0-2
    -
    R3 · 5:00

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

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

BaseBJJ
  • 2025Contract winner · DWCS · Bantamweight
  • 2023LUX Fight League Bantamweight Championship · LUX Fight League
  • 2012Started in MMA
  • Champion · Amateur Jiu Jitsu Tournaments
  • Champion · Amateur Grappling Tournaments
  • Champion · Amateur Kickboxing Tournaments
  • Brown belt · BJJ

Camp

  • UFC Performance Institute Mexico City · Mexico City, Mexico
  • Entram Gym · Tijuana, Mexico Former
  • Alfa Team Former

Coaches

  • Eric del Fierro · Head coach
  • Brandon Moreno · Mentor

Career stats

Pro MMARecord: 16-1-1 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed3.72per min
42% accuracy
Strikes absorbed3.40per min
59% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed5.50per 15 min
50% success
Submission attempts0.8per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 1-0-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed1.42per min
52% accuracy
Strikes absorbed1.64per min
55% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed8.21per 15 min
63% success
Submission attempts1.6per 15 min

Bonus résumé

Juan Díaz has won 1 UFC post-fight bonus. Estimated bonus earnings: $100,000.

★ Performance of the Night ×1
  1. ★ POTNvs Malcolm Wellmaker · UFC Fight Night: Allen vs CostaMay 16, 2026

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

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1839▲29
Peak
1839May 16, 2026
Rated fights
17
150016001700180020182020202220242026Oct 14, 2017 · 1526Sep 14, 2018 · 1564Jun 15, 2019 · 1591Sep 28, 2019 · 1614Dec 6, 2019 · 1651Dec 10, 2020 · 1677Aug 13, 2021 · 1688Oct 23, 2021 · 1671Apr 29, 2022 · 1683Feb 3, 2023 · 1697Jul 21, 2023 · 1720Dec 1, 2023 · 1733Apr 26, 2024 · 1743Nov 1, 2024 · 1764Feb 21, 2025 · 1775Oct 14, 2025 · 1810May 16, 2026 · 18391839

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Frequently asked questions

When does Juan Díaz fight next?

Juan Díaz fights Heili Alateng on Saturday, November 14, 2026 at UFC 334: Gane vs Hokit.

What is Juan Díaz's record?

Juan Díaz's professional MMA record is 16-1-1.

Who is Juan Díaz fighting next?

Juan Díaz's next opponent is Heili Alateng at UFC 334: Gane vs Hokit.

Who did Juan Díaz fight last?

Juan Díaz most recently fought Malcolm Wellmaker at UFC Fight Night: Allen vs Costa on Saturday, May 16, 2026, WIN (Submission).

What weight class does Juan Díaz fight in?

Juan Díaz fights at Bantamweight.

How many knockouts does Juan Díaz have?

Juan Díaz has 5 wins by KO/TKO and 3 wins by submission.

How many UFC bonuses has Juan Díaz won?

Juan Díaz has won 1 UFC post-fight bonus: 1× Performance of the Night.

How tall is Juan Díaz?

Juan Díaz is 5'8" (173 cm) tall.

How much does Juan Díaz weigh?

Juan Díaz weighs 135 lbs (61 kg).

What is Juan Díaz's reach?

Juan Díaz has a reach of 69" (175 cm).

How old is Juan Díaz?

Juan Díaz is 28 years old (born Jun 3, 1998).

Where is Juan Díaz from?

Juan Díaz is from Peru.

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