Lavar Johnson
United StatesLast 5Last fight: Loss vs Cheick Kongo · Submission · Sep 5, 2014
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CAREER SUMMARY
Lavar Johnson holds a professional MMA record of 18-10-0. Johnson has won 18 fights: 16 by KO/TKO, 2 by submission, 0 by decision. Of 10 career losses, 2 came by KO/TKO and 7 by submission. In the UFC, Johnson lands 5.73 significant strikes per minute with 65% accuracy and averages 0.60 takedowns per 15 minutes. Johnson also has 3 recorded Bare-Knuckle Boxing bouts. Most recent fight: November 23, 2024. Tracked organizations: BKFC, BELLATOR, UFC, STRIKEFORCE, WEC.
Profile
- Height
- 6'4"193 cm
- Weight
- 240 lbs109 kg
- Reach
- 82"208 cm
- Stance
- Orthodox
- DOB
- Jun 11, 1977
- Age
- 49
- Nationality
- United States
- Birthplace
- Madera, California, United States
Career history
- LOSSvs Cheick KongoBellator MMA: Bellator 123· Sep 5, 2014· Heavyweight· 18-10 vs 22-9-2SUBR1 · 3:27
- LOSSBellator MMA: Bellator 116· Apr 10, 2014· Heavyweight· 18-9 vs 11-0SUBR1 · 4:08
- WINBellator MMA: Bellator 111· Mar 6, 2014· Heavyweight· 18-8 vs 10-4TKOR1 · 4:22
- LOSSBellator MMA: Bellator 102· Oct 3, 2013· Heavyweight· 17-8 vs 7-3KOR1 · 0:23
- LOSSUFC 157: Rousey vs Carmouche· Feb 23, 2013· Heavyweight· 17-7 vs 9-3UDR3 · 5:00
- LOSSUFC 146: Dos Santos vs Mir· May 26, 2012· Heavyweight· 17-6 vs 24-5SUBR1 · 1:05
- WINvs Pat BarryUFC on FOX: Diaz vs Miller· May 5, 2012· Heavyweight· 17-5 vs 7-5KOTNTKOR1 · 4:38
- WINvs Joey BeltranUFC on FOX: Evans vs Davis· Jan 28, 2012· Heavyweight· 16-5 vs 13-7KOTNTKOR1 · 4:24
- LOSSvs Shawn JordanStrikeforce: Challengers 19· Sep 22, 2011· Heavyweight· 15-5 vs 12-3SUBR2 · 3:08
- LOSSStrikeforce /M-1 Global: Fedor vs Silva· Feb 12, 2011· Heavyweight· 15-4 vs 11-0SUBR1 · 4:31
- WINStrikeforce: Challengers 11· Oct 21, 2010· Heavyweight· 15-3 vs 9-2TKOR1 · 2:17
- WINvs Lolohea MaheStrikeforce: Challengers 7· Mar 25, 2010· Heavyweight· 14-3 vs 4-1-1TKOR2 · 3:29
- WINStrikeforce: Challengers 1· May 14, 2009· Heavyweight· 13-3 vs 4-3TKOR1 · 0:18
- WINvs Dave HuckabaPalace Fighting Championship· Jan 22, 2009· 12-3 vs 10-3TKO
- WINvs Sean SouzaCalifornia Regional· Nov 8, 2008· 11-3 vs 2-1TKO
- WINvs Vince LuceroPalace Fighting Championship· Sep 26, 2008· 10-3 vs 20-15TKO
- WINvs Salvador FarnettiPFC: Best Of Both Worlds 1· Aug 21, 2008· Heavyweight· 9-3 vs 2-2TKOR1 · 2:14
- LOSSvs Alijah ReniCalifornia Regional· Jul 26, 2008· 8-3 vs 4-1SUB
- LOSSvs Brian OlsenWEC 18: Unfinished Business· Jan 12, 2006· 8-2 vs 5-1SUBR2 · 0:14
- WINvs Corey SalterWEC 17: Halloween Fury 4· Oct 13, 2005· 8-1 vs 6-4SUBR1 · 3:37
- WINvs Todd GouwenbergFreedom Fight· Jul 9, 2005· Heavyweight· 7-1 vs 3-2TKOR3 · 2:53
- WINvs Carlos GarciaWEC 15: Judgment Day· May 18, 2005· 6-1 vs 5-8TKOR1 · 1:09
- WINvs Lace PeleGladiator Challenge· Dec 12, 2004· 5-1 vs 0-1TKO
- WINvs Terry PettekCalifornia Regional· Sep 18, 2004· 4-1 vs 0-2SUB
- WINvs Fred DiazWEC 11: Evolution· Aug 19, 2004· 3-1 vs 0-1KOR1
- WINvs Kyle KeeneyLOTC 1: The Beginning· Jun 5, 2004· Heavyweight· 2-1 vs 2-2TKOR1 · 1:36
- WINvs Levi ThornbrueWEC 10: Bragging Rights· May 20, 2004· 1-1 vs 0-5TKOR1 · 2:32
- LOSSWEC 9: Cold Blooded· Jan 15, 2004· 0-1 vs 2-0TKOR1 · 5:00
Background
Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp
Camp
- Pro Buhawe
Fight DNA
Knockout ArtistUFCalendar's style model · Heavyweight roster (255 fighters)
Attributes are rated 0-100 by UFCalendar's style model.
By the numbers
Where they rank
All-time boards where Lavar Johnson sits in the top 25.
Bonus résumé
Lavar Johnson has won 2 UFC post-fight bonuses. Estimated bonus earnings: $100,000.
- ★ KOTNvs Pat Barry · UFC on FOX: Diaz vs MillerMay 5, 2012
- ★ KOTNvs Joey Beltran · UFC on FOX: Evans vs DavisJan 28, 2012
Estimates use each era's real amount: $50,000 from 2012, $100,000 from UFC 324, plus $25,000 finish incentives.
All-time bonus leaders →Related fighters
Salary & career earnings
Disclosed purses, reported paydays and what we estimate Lavar Johnson earns per fight.
UFCalendar Power Index rating
- Current
- 1688▼11
- Peak
- 1728May 5, 2012
- Rated fights
- 29
Frequently asked questions
When does Lavar Johnson fight next?
Lavar Johnson has no confirmed upcoming fight.
What is Lavar Johnson's record?
Lavar Johnson's professional MMA record is 18-10-0.
Who is Lavar Johnson fighting next?
Lavar Johnson's next opponent has not been announced.
Who did Lavar Johnson fight last?
Lavar Johnson most recently fought Anthony Garrett at BKFC Fight Night Los Angeles on Saturday, November 23, 2024, LOSS (Knockout).
What weight class does Lavar Johnson fight in?
Lavar Johnson fights at Heavyweight.
How many knockouts does Lavar Johnson have?
Lavar Johnson has 16 wins by KO/TKO and 2 wins by submission.
How many UFC bonuses has Lavar Johnson won?
Lavar Johnson has won 2 UFC post-fight bonuses: 2× KO of the Night.
How tall is Lavar Johnson?
Lavar Johnson is 6'4" (193 cm) tall.
How much does Lavar Johnson weigh?
Lavar Johnson weighs 240 lbs (109 kg).
What is Lavar Johnson's reach?
Lavar Johnson has a reach of 82" (208 cm).
How old is Lavar Johnson?
Lavar Johnson is 49 years old (born Jun 11, 1977).
Where is Lavar Johnson from?
Lavar Johnson is from the United States.
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