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Kyle Watson

13-8-1United StatesUnited StatesLast 5
Amateur MMA 0-1Amateur Muay Thai 0-1

Last fight: Loss vs Juha-Pekka Vainikainen · TKO · Feb 11, 2012

LAST FIGHT
LOSSvs John MakdessiTKO · R3 1:27
UFCUFC 129: St-Pierre vs Shields·April 30, 2011

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CAREER SUMMARY

Kyle Watson holds a professional MMA record of 13-8-1. Watson has won 13 fights: 2 by KO/TKO, 10 by submission, 1 by decision. Of 8 career losses, 5 came by KO/TKO and 0 by submission. Most recent fight: April 30, 2011. Tracked organizations: UFC.

Profile

Height
6'0"183 cm
Weight
155 lbs70 kg
Stance
Southpaw
DOB
Aug 9, 1979
Age
47
Nationality
United States
Birthplace
Litchfield, Illinois, United States

Career history

  1. LOSS
    vs Juha-Pekka Vainikainen
    Cage Warriors· Feb 11, 2012· Lightweight· 13-8-1 vs 19-5-1
    TKO
    R2 · 4:26
  2. LOSS
    vs John Makdessi
    UFC 129: St-Pierre vs Shields· Apr 30, 2011· Lightweight· 13-7-1 vs 9-0
    TKO
    R3 · 1:27
  3. WIN
    vs Sako Chivitchian
    UFC · The Ultimate Fighter: Team GSP vs Team Koscheck Finale· Dec 4, 2010· Lightweight· 13-6-1 vs 5-1
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  4. WIN
    vs Steve Reyna
    Corral's Combat Classic· Feb 7, 2009· 12-6-1 vs 5-4
    SUB
    R1 · 4:34
  5. WIN
    vs Josh Bernal
    Missouri Regional· Jan 23, 2009· 11-6-1 vs 6-2
    TKO
  6. WIN
    vs DeCarlo Johnson
    Total Fight Challenge· Jun 28, 2008· 10-6-1 vs 0-3-1
    SUB
  7. WIN
    vs Kevin English
    Total Fight Challenge· Sep 15, 2007· 9-6-1 vs 10-5
    SUB
  8. LOSS
    vs Tyler Jackson
    Bodog Fight· Feb 16, 2007· 8-6-1 vs 7-3-1
    DEC
  9. WIN
    vs Unknown opponent
    Ironheart Crown· Nov 18, 2006· Featherweight· 8-5-1
    SUB
    R2 · 3:33
  10. WIN
    vs Chris Higi
    Total Fight Challenge· Sep 9, 2006· 7-5-1 vs 2-5
    SUB
  11. WIN
    vs Unknown opponent
    Madtown Throwdown· Jul 15, 2006· 6-4-1
    SUB
  12. LOSS
    vs Sherron Leggett
    Madtown Throwdown· Jul 15, 2006· 5-5-1 vs 8-3
    DEC
  13. LOSS
    vs Bart Palaszewski
    Total Fight Challenge· Sep 17, 2005· 5-4-1 vs 18-7
    TKO
  14. WIN
    vs Joe Voisin
    Illinois Regional· Jun 11, 2005· 5-3-1 vs 0-2
    TKO
  15. WIN
    vs Chris Higi
    Total Fight Challenge· May 21, 2005· 4-3-1 vs 2-2
    SUB
  16. LOSS
    vs Spencer Fisher
    Illinois Regional· Mar 26, 2005· 3-3-1 vs 13-1
    TKO
  17. WIN
    vs Unknown opponent
    Total Fight Challenge· Feb 19, 2005· 3-2-1
    SUB
  18. DRAW
    vs John Paun
    Ironheart Crown 8· Nov 20, 2004· Lightweight· 2-2-1 vs 5-3-2
    DEC
  19. WIN
    vs Unknown opponent
    Total Fight Challenge· Apr 24, 2004· 2-2
    SUB
  20. LOSS
    vs Henry Matamoros
    Freestyle Combat Challenge· Jan 10, 2004· 1-2 vs 18-8
    TKO
  21. LOSS
    vs Tom Kirk
    Freestyle Combat Challenge· Jun 28, 2003· 1-1 vs 4-4-1
    DEC
  22. WIN
    vs Monte Skinner
    Freestyle Combat Challenge· Mar 22, 2003· 1-0 vs 0-1
    SUB

Career stats

Pro MMARecord: 13-8-1 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed3.67per min
35% accuracy
Strikes absorbed3.25per min
63% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed0.00per 15 min
0% success
Takedowns stuffed100%
Submission attempts0.0per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 1-1-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed3.67per min
35% accuracy
Strikes absorbed3.25per min
63% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed0.00per 15 min
0% success
Takedowns stuffed100%
Submission attempts0.0per 15 min

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1556▼23
Peak
1609Feb 7, 2009
Rated fights
17
145015001550160020042006200820102012Mar 22, 2003 · 1541Jun 28, 2003 · 1506Jan 10, 2004 · 1478Mar 26, 2005 · 1464May 21, 2005 · 1506Jun 11, 2005 · 1542Sep 17, 2005 · 1525Jul 15, 2006 · 1509Sep 9, 2006 · 1524Feb 16, 2007 · 1511Sep 15, 2007 · 1541Jun 28, 2008 · 1559Jan 23, 2009 · 1587Feb 7, 2009 · 1609Dec 4, 2010 · 1603Apr 30, 2011 · 1579Feb 11, 2012 · 15561556

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Frequently asked questions

When does Kyle Watson fight next?

Kyle Watson has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Kyle Watson's record?

Kyle Watson's professional MMA record is 13-8-1.

Who is Kyle Watson fighting next?

Kyle Watson's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Kyle Watson fight last?

Kyle Watson most recently fought John Makdessi at UFC 129: St-Pierre vs Shields on Saturday, April 30, 2011, LOSS (TKO).

What weight class does Kyle Watson fight in?

Kyle Watson fights at Lightweight.

How many knockouts does Kyle Watson have?

Kyle Watson has 2 wins by KO/TKO and 10 wins by submission.

How tall is Kyle Watson?

Kyle Watson is 6'0" (183 cm) tall.

How much does Kyle Watson weigh?

Kyle Watson weighs 155 lbs (70 kg).

How old is Kyle Watson?

Kyle Watson is 47 years old (born Aug 9, 1979).

Where is Kyle Watson from?

Kyle Watson is from the United States.

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