Louis Smolka

"Da Last Samurai"

17-9-0★ 3bonuses

United StatesLast 5

Amateur MMA 4-0

Last fight: Loss vs Davey Grant · TKO · May 14, 2022

17-9-0 · 15 finishes · Full stats →

LAST FIGHT

LOSSvs Davey GrantTKO · R3 0:49

UFCUFC Fight Night: Błachowicz vs Rakić·May 14, 2022

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Louis Smolka holds a professional MMA record of 17-9-0. Smolka has won 17 fights: 8 by KO/TKO, 7 by submission, 2 by decision. Of 9 career losses, 2 came by KO/TKO and 3 by submission. In the UFC, Smolka lands 4.67 significant strikes per minute with 47% accuracy and averages 1.69 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: May 14, 2022. Tracked organizations: UFC.

Profile

Height: 5'9"175 cm
Weight: 135 lbs61 kg
Reach: 68"173 cm
Stance: Orthodox
DOB: Jul 16, 1991
Age: 35
Nationality: United States
Birthplace: Kapolei, Hawaii

Career history

LOSS
vs Davey Grant
UFC Fight Night: Błachowicz vs Rakić· May 14, 2022· Bantamweight· 17-9 vs 12-6
TKO
R3 · 0:49
LOSS
vs Vince Morales
UFC Fight Night: Font vs Aldo· Dec 4, 2021· Bantamweight· 17-8 vs 11-5
TKO
R1 · 2:02
WIN
vs Jose Quinonez
UFC Fight Night: Hermansson vs Vettori· Dec 5, 2020· Bantamweight· 17-7 vs 8-5
TKO
R2 · 2:15
LOSS
vs Casey Kenney
UFC Fight Night: Woodley vs Burns· May 30, 2020· Bantamweight· 16-7 vs 14-2-1
SUB
R1 · 3:03
WIN
vs Ryan MacDonald
UFC Fight Night: Cowboy vs Gaethje· Sep 14, 2019· Bantamweight· 16-6 vs 10-2
TKO
R1 · 4:43
LOSS
vs Matt Schnell
UFC Fight Night: Lewis vs Dos Santos· Mar 9, 2019· Bantamweight· 15-6 vs 13-4
SUB
R1 · 3:18
WIN
vs Sumudaerji
UFC Fight Night: Blaydes vs Ngannou 2· Nov 24, 2018· Bantamweight· 15-5 vs 13-4
SUB
R2 · 2:07
WIN
vs Kyle Estrada
CXF 15: Rage in the Cage· Oct 20, 2018· Flyweight· 14-5 vs 8-4
TKO
WIN
vs Tycen Lynn
Destiny MMA· Jun 23, 2018· Flyweight· 13-5 vs 5-3
SUB
R3
WIN
vs Tyrone Christian Gorgonia
Gladiator Challenge· Apr 21, 2018· 12-5 vs 0-1
TKO
R1 · 1:15
LOSS
vs Matheus Nicolau
UFC 219: Cyborg vs Holm· Dec 30, 2017· Flyweight· 11-5 vs 13-1-1
UD
R3 · 5:00
LOSS
vs Tim Elliott
UFC Fight Night: Johnson vs Reis· Apr 15, 2017· Flyweight· 11-4 vs 14-7-1
UD
R3 · 5:00
FOTN
LOSS
vs Ray Borg
UFC 207: Nunes vs Rousey· Dec 30, 2016· Flyweight· 11-3 vs 10-2
UD
R3 · 5:00
LOSS
vs Brandon Moreno
UFC Fight Night: Lineker vs Dodson· Oct 1, 2016· Flyweight· 11-2 vs 12-3
SUB
R1 · 2:23
WIN
vs Ben Nguyen
UFC Fight Night: McDonald vs Lineker· Jul 13, 2016· Flyweight· 11-1 vs 14-6
TKO
R2 · 4:41
POTN
WIN
vs Paddy Holohan
UFC Fight Night: Holohan vs Smolka· Oct 24, 2015· Flyweight· 10-1 vs 12-2-1
SUB
R2 · 4:09
WIN
vs Neil Seery
UFC 189: Mendes vs McGregor· Jul 11, 2015· Flyweight· 9-1 vs 15-11
UD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Richie Vaculik
UFC Fight Night: Rockhold vs Bisping· Nov 8, 2014· Flyweight· 8-1 vs 10-3
TKO
R3 · 0:18
POTN
LOSS
vs Chris Cariaso
UFC Fight Night: Brown vs Silva· May 10, 2014· Flyweight· 7-1 vs 17-5
SD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Alptekin Ozkilic
UFC Fight Night: Rockhold vs Philippou· Jan 15, 2014· Flyweight· 7-0 vs 9-2
UD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Ale Cali
PXC 41· Nov 9, 2013· Flyweight· 6-0 vs 5-2
TKO
R2 · 1:52
WIN
vs Jessie Rafols
PXC 39· Sep 14, 2013· Bantamweight· 5-0 vs 8-4
SUB
R1 · 1:59
WIN
vs Alvin Cacdac
PXC 35· Feb 16, 2013· Bantamweight· 4-0 vs 12-10
SUB
R3 · 3:59
WIN
vs Bryan To
PXC 34· Nov 17, 2012· Bantamweight· 3-0 vs 0-1
SUB
R1 · 3:54
WIN
vs Kawika Martin
King of the Cage· Oct 20, 2012· 2-0 vs 0-1
SUB
WIN
vs Shane Pacarro
Destiny MMA· Apr 28, 2012· 1-0 vs 3-2
TKO

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

BaseKarateJudo

2010Champion · X 1 World Events · 135 lb Catchweight
2010Started in Amateur MMA
Brown belt · Judo
Junior Brown Belt · Karate
AGE 5Started in Karate

Camp

Team Oyama · Irvine, United States
10th Planet Mission Viejo · MMA · Mission Viejo, United States Instructor
Hawaii Elite MMA · Honolulu, United States Former
Gracie Technics · Honolulu, United States Former

Coaches

Colin Oyama · Head coach

Fight DNA

Grappling Specialist

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

Punch power55

Kick power58

Punch speed55

Kick speed69

Accuracy58

Takedowns90

Ground striking85

Submissions94

Chin77

Body strength62

Cardio95

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

By the numbers

Pro MMARecord: 17-9-0 · Source: UFCalendar

Striking

Strikes landed4.67per min

47% accuracy

Strikes absorbed4.11per min

54% avoided

Grappling

Takedowns landed1.69per 15 min

35% success

Takedowns stuffed32%

Submission attempts1.8per 15 min

UFC careerRecord: 8-9-0 · Source: UFCStats.com

Striking

Strikes landed4.67per min

47% accuracy

Strikes absorbed4.11per min

54% avoided

Grappling

Takedowns landed1.69per 15 min

35% success

Takedowns stuffed32%

Submission attempts1.8per 15 min

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Where they rank

All-time boards where Louis Smolka sits in the top 25.

All MMA

UFC

Bonus résumé

Louis Smolka has won 3 UFC post-fight bonuses. Estimated bonus earnings: $150,000.

★ Fight of the Night ×1★ Performance of the Night ×2

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 Louis Smolka earns per fight.

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Official UFC Ranking

Louis Smolka's standing in the official UFC rankings, tracked since 2013.

Current: Unranked
Peak: #9 Flyweight
First ranked: Oct 26, 2015
Times ranked: 83

Flyweight

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current: 1698▼20
Peak: 1823Jul 14, 2016
Rated fights: 26

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Frequently asked questions

When does Louis Smolka fight next?

Louis Smolka has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Louis Smolka's record?

Louis Smolka's professional MMA record is 17-9-0.

Who is Louis Smolka fighting next?

Louis Smolka's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Louis Smolka fight last?

Louis Smolka most recently fought Davey Grant at UFC Fight Night: Błachowicz vs Rakić on Saturday, May 14, 2022, LOSS (TKO).

What weight class does Louis Smolka fight in?

Louis Smolka fights at Bantamweight.

How many knockouts does Louis Smolka have?

Louis Smolka has 8 wins by KO/TKO and 7 wins by submission.

How many UFC bonuses has Louis Smolka won?

Louis Smolka has won 3 UFC post-fight bonuses: 1× Fight of the Night, 2× Performance of the Night.

How tall is Louis Smolka?

Louis Smolka is 5'9" (175 cm) tall.

How much does Louis Smolka weigh?

Louis Smolka weighs 135 lbs (61 kg).

What is Louis Smolka's reach?

Louis Smolka has a reach of 68" (173 cm).

How old is Louis Smolka?

Louis Smolka is 35 years old (born Jul 16, 1991).

Where is Louis Smolka from?

Louis Smolka is from the United States.

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