Junior Assuncao

"Junior"

16-8-0

BrazilLast 5

Amateur MMA 2-0

Last fight: Loss vs Jeremie Holloway · TKO · Nov 30, 2018

16-8-0 · 11 finishes · Full stats →

LAST FIGHT

LOSSvs Ross PearsonUD · R3 5:00

UFCUFC 141: Lesnar vs Overeem·December 30, 2011

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Junior Assuncao holds a professional MMA record of 16-8-0. Assuncao has won 16 fights: 5 by KO/TKO, 6 by submission, 5 by decision. Of 8 career losses, 2 came by KO/TKO and 2 by submission. In the UFC, Assuncao lands 3.31 significant strikes per minute with 63% accuracy and averages 2.43 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: December 30, 2011. Tracked organizations: UFC.

Profile

Height: 5'9"175 cm
Weight: 145 lbs66 kg
Reach: 72"183 cm
Stance: Orthodox
DOB: Jun 24, 1981
Age: 45
Nationality: Brazil
Birthplace: Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil

Career history

LOSS
vs Jeremie Holloway
864 Fighting Championship· Nov 30, 2018· Lightweight· 16-8 vs 9-3
TKO
R2 · 1:11
LOSS
vs Arman Tsarukyan
MFP 220: Mayor's Cup 2018· May 26, 2018· Lightweight· 16-7 vs 12-1
UD
LOSS
vs Adam Townsend
Art of War 18· Jul 30, 2016· Welterweight· 16-6 vs 16-4
TKO
R1 · 0:49
WIN
vs Mauricio dos Santos Jr.
XFC International 13· Dec 5, 2015· Featherweight· 16-5 vs 12-10
TKO
R2 · 3:51
WIN
vs Alejandro Solano Rodriguez
XFC International 5· Jun 7, 2014· Featherweight· 15-5 vs 20-10
UD
WIN
vs Guilherme Faria
Premium FC 2· Sep 13, 2013· Featherweight· 14-5 vs 10-5
SUB
R4 · 2:05
LOSS
vs Ross Pearson
UFC 141: Lesnar vs Overeem· Dec 30, 2011· Featherweight· 13-5 vs 13-5
UD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Eddie Yagin
UFC 135: Jones vs Rampage· Sep 24, 2011· Featherweight· 13-4 vs 14-5-1
UD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Wesley Murch
Pernambuco Regional· Mar 30, 2011· 12-4 vs 8-5
SUB
WIN
vs Mark Miller
Pernambuco Regional· Dec 2, 2010· 11-4 vs 10-7
TKO
WIN
vs John Mahlow×1Title bout · Title win #1
XFC 10: Night of Champions· Mar 19, 2010· Lightweight· 10-4 vs 12-12
SUB
WIN
vs Peter Grimes
Florida Regional· Sep 4, 2009· 9-4 vs 7-6
DEC
WIN
vs Kamrin Naville
KOTC: Invincible· Mar 27, 2009· Welterweight· 8-4 vs 4-4
UD
WIN
vs Kalvin Hackney
National Fighting Championship· Nov 8, 2008· 7-4 vs 5-1
DEC
LOSS
vs Torrance Taylor
Georgia Regional· May 30, 2008· 6-4 vs 6-4-1
DEC
WIN
vs Steve Sharp
Kentucky Regional· Mar 7, 2008· 6-3 vs 20-8
SUB
LOSS
vs Nate Diaz
UFC Fight Night: Thomas vs Florian· Sep 19, 2007· Lightweight· 5-3 vs 7-2
SUB
R1 · 4:10
WIN
vs David Lee
UFC 70: NATIONS COLLIDE· Apr 21, 2007· Lightweight· 5-2 vs 5-3
SUB
R2 · 1:55
LOSS
vs Kurt Pellegrino
UFC 64: UNSTOPPABLE· Oct 14, 2006· Lightweight· 4-2 vs 10-2
SUB
R1 · 2:04
WIN
vs Scott Hope
Knuckle Up 4· Apr 28, 2006· Light Heavyweight· 4-1 vs 1-2
TKO
WIN
vs Dustin Hazelett
Fight Party· Jul 15, 2005· Welterweight· 3-1 vs 2-1
TKO
R1 · 4:27
WIN
vs Danny Payne
Fight Party· Jun 3, 2005· Welterweight· 2-1 vs 1-8
TKO
R1 · 0:50
WIN
vs Will Bradford
Fight Party· Feb 4, 2005· Welterweight· 1-1 vs 0-3
SUB
R1 · 1:55
LOSS
vs Andrew Chappelle
NFC: Friday Night Fights 7· Apr 23, 2004· Lightweight· 0-1 vs 4-3
UD

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

Fight DNA

Grappling Specialist

UFCalendar's style model · Featherweight roster (339 fighters)

Punch power60

Kick power62

Punch speed56

Kick speed62

Accuracy79

Takedowns96

Ground striking94

Submissions95

Chin70

Body strength81

Cardio88

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

By the numbers

Pro MMARecord: 16-8-0 · Source: UFCalendar

Striking

Strikes landed3.31per min

63% accuracy

Strikes absorbed2.06per min

44% avoided

Grappling

Takedowns landed2.43per 15 min

24% success

Takedowns stuffed67%

Submission attempts0.7per 15 min

UFC careerRecord: 2-3-0 · Source: UFCStats.com

Striking

Strikes landed3.31per min

63% accuracy

Strikes absorbed2.06per min

44% avoided

Grappling

Takedowns landed2.43per 15 min

24% success

Takedowns stuffed67%

Submission attempts0.7per 15 min

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Where they rank

All-time boards where Junior Assuncao sits in the top 25.

All MMA

#18 Best significant strike accuracy, all divisions62.7%

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Salary & career earnings

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current: 1596▼11
Peak: 1722Sep 25, 2011
Rated fights: 24

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Frequently asked questions

When does Junior Assuncao fight next?

Junior Assuncao has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Junior Assuncao's record?

Junior Assuncao's professional MMA record is 16-8-0.

Who is Junior Assuncao fighting next?

Junior Assuncao's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Junior Assuncao fight last?

Junior Assuncao most recently fought Ross Pearson at UFC 141: Lesnar vs Overeem on Friday, December 30, 2011, LOSS (Unanimous Decision).

What weight class does Junior Assuncao fight in?

Junior Assuncao fights at Featherweight.

How many knockouts does Junior Assuncao have?

Junior Assuncao has 5 wins by KO/TKO and 6 wins by submission.

How tall is Junior Assuncao?

Junior Assuncao is 5'9" (175 cm) tall.

How much does Junior Assuncao weigh?

Junior Assuncao weighs 145 lbs (66 kg).

What is Junior Assuncao's reach?

Junior Assuncao has a reach of 72" (183 cm).

How old is Junior Assuncao?

Junior Assuncao is 45 years old (born Jun 24, 1981).

Where is Junior Assuncao from?

Junior Assuncao is from Brazil.

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CAREER SUMMARY