Matt Bessette

"The Mangler"

25-10-0

United StatesLast 5

25-10-0 · 9 finishes · Full stats →

LAST FIGHT

LOSSvs Jeremy KennedyUD · R3 5:00

BellatorBellator 253: Caldwell vs McKee·November 19, 2020

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Matt Bessette holds a professional MMA record of 25-10-0. Bessette has won 25 fights: 8 by KO/TKO, 1 by submission, 16 by decision. Of 10 career losses, 1 came by KO/TKO and 0 by submission. In the UFC, Bessette lands 3.33 significant strikes per minute with 35% accuracy and averages 0.00 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: November 19, 2020. Tracked organizations: BELLATOR, UFC.

Profile

Height: 5'10"178 cm
Weight: 145 lbs66 kg
Reach: 70"178 cm
Stance: Orthodox
DOB: Dec 28, 1984
Age: 41
Nationality: United States
Birthplace: Hartford, United States

Career history

WIN
vs Ryan Dela Cruz
CES 64: Bessette vs. Dela Cruz· Sep 17, 2021· Lightweight· 25-10 vs 12-8
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R3 · 4:48
LOSS
vs Jeremy Kennedy
Bellator 253: Caldwell vs McKee· Nov 19, 2020· Featherweight· 24-10 vs 16-2
UD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Charles Cheeks III
CES 60· Jan 24, 2020· Featherweight· 24-9 vs 14-8
TKO
R3 · 4:01
WIN
vs Tim Dooling
CES 55: Wells vs. de Jesus· Mar 29, 2019· Featherweight· 23-9 vs 7-5
UD
LOSS
vs Steven Peterson
UFC · The Ultimate Fighter Finale: Tavares vs Adesanya· Jul 6, 2018· Featherweight· 22-9 vs 17-7
SD
R3 · 5:00
LOSS
vs Enrique Barzola
UFC 220: Miocic vs Ngannou· Jan 20, 2018· Featherweight· 22-8 vs 14-3-1
UD
R3 · 5:00
NC
vs Kurt Holobaugh
UFC · Dana White's Tuesday Night Contender Series 1· Jul 11, 2017· Featherweight· 22-7 vs 17-4
NC
R1 · 2:59
WIN
vs Rey Trujillo×2Title bout · Title win #2
CES 44: Bessette vs. Trujillo· May 12, 2017· Featherweight· 22-7 vs 22-19
TKO
R2 · 5:00
WIN
vs Kevin Croom×1Title bout · Title win #1
CES 41: Bessette vs. Croom· Jan 27, 2017· Featherweight· 21-7 vs 16-9
TKO
R3 · 0:32
WIN
vs Joe Pingitore
CES 37: Summer Gold· Aug 12, 2016· Featherweight· 20-7 vs 6-2-1
-
R2 · 4:38
WIN
vs Ran Weathers
CES 36: Andrews vs. Muro· Jun 10, 2016· Lightweight· 19-7 vs 18-24
-
R1 · 4:50
WIN
vs Keith Richardson
Bellator 153: Koreshkov vs Henderson· Apr 22, 2016· 18-7 vs 14-7
TKO
R2 · 3:14
WIN
vs Taurean Bogguess
CES 33: Soukhamthath vs. Nordby· Mar 11, 2016· Catchweight· 17-7 vs 17-12
-
R1 · 2:42
WIN
vs Kevin Roddy
Bellator 144: Halsey vs Carvalho· Oct 23, 2015· Featherweight· 16-7 vs 15-16-1
SUB
R1 · 3:47
LOSS
vs Lenny Wheeler
CES 30: Lane vs Felix II· Aug 14, 2015· Catchweight· 15-7 vs 9-3
TKO
R1 · 0:39
WIN
vs Khama Worthy
CES 29· Jun 12, 2015· Featherweight· 15-6 vs 7-4
TKO
R2 · 2:42
WIN
vs Josh LaBerge
Bellator 134: British Invasion· Feb 27, 2015· Lightweight· 14-6 vs 9-5
TKO
R2 · 5:00
LOSS
vs Scott Cleve
Bellator MMA: Bellator 123· Sep 5, 2014· Featherweight· 13-6 vs 15-4
UD
R3 · 5:00
LOSS
vs Daniel Weichel
Bellator MMA: Bellator 114· Mar 27, 2014· Featherweight· 13-5 vs 33-8
UD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Diego Nunes
Bellator MMA: Bellator 110· Feb 28, 2014· Featherweight· 13-4 vs 18-6
SD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Nick Piedmont
Bellator MMA: Bellator 98· Sep 7, 2013· 12-4 vs 8-4-1
KO
R1 · 1:41
WIN
vs Jeff Anderson
Reality Fighting· Jan 5, 2013· Catchweight· 11-4 vs 10-7
UD
WIN
vs Paul Barrow
BFC: Bellator Fighting Championships 81· Nov 16, 2012· 10-4 vs 5-3
UD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Aniss Alhajjajy
Reality Fighting· Sep 22, 2012· Lightweight· 9-4 vs 5-5
UD
LOSS
vs Andres Jeudi
Reality Fighting· Jun 2, 2012· Lightweight· 8-4 vs 5-0
-
R3 · 4:43
WIN
vs Saul Almeida
BFC: Bellator Fighting Championships 63· Mar 30, 2012· 8-3 vs 12-2
UD
R3 · 5:00
LOSS
vs Joe Proctor
Reality Fighting· Oct 8, 2011· Lightweight· 7-3 vs 7-1
UD
WIN
vs John Benoit
GFL 10: Benoit vs. Bessette· Apr 15, 2011· Lightweight· 7-2 vs 11-3
-
R2 · 4:59
WIN
vs Anthony Kaponis
Reality Fighting 30· Oct 9, 2010· Lightweight· 6-2 vs 3-2
SD
WIN
vs Andy Amaral
Reality Fighting 28· Jul 17, 2010· Lightweight· 5-2 vs 2-4
-
R2 · 3:30
WIN
vs Andrew Carron
Reality Fighting 26· Nov 7, 2009· Lightweight· 4-2 vs 5-2
UD
LOSS
vs Chris Chappell
Untamed 26· Feb 28, 2009· 3-2 vs 4-1
-
R3 · 2:13
WIN
vs Jeff Camara
Reality Fighting 19· Jul 19, 2008· 3-1 vs 2-4
TKO
R2 · 2:18
WIN
vs Andres Lebron
Reality Fighting 18· Apr 12, 2008· 2-1 vs 0-1
-
R2 · 2:45
LOSS
vs Bill Jones
Reality Fighting 17· Jan 19, 2008· 1-1 vs 2-0
SD
WIN
vs Chris Correira
Reality Fighting· Sep 15, 2007· 1-0 vs 0-1
-

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

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

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Career stats

Pro MMARecord: 25-10-0 · Source: UFCalendar

Striking

Strikes landed3.85per min

37% accuracy

Strikes absorbed5.34per min

55% avoided

Grappling

Takedowns landed0.00per 15 min

0% success

Takedowns stuffed56%

Submission attempts0.0per 15 min

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

Striking

Strikes landed3.33per min

35% accuracy

Strikes absorbed4.30per min

57% avoided

Grappling

Takedowns landed0.00per 15 min

0% success

Takedowns stuffed56%

Submission attempts0.0per 15 min

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Salary & career earnings

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current: 1740▲6
Peak: 1747May 12, 2017
Rated fights: 35

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Frequently asked questions

When does Matt Bessette fight next?

Matt Bessette has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Matt Bessette's record?

Matt Bessette's professional MMA record is 25-10-0.

Who is Matt Bessette fighting next?

Matt Bessette's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Matt Bessette fight last?

Matt Bessette most recently fought Jeremy Kennedy at Bellator 253: Caldwell vs McKee on Thursday, November 19, 2020, LOSS (Unanimous Decision).

What weight class does Matt Bessette fight in?

Matt Bessette fights at Featherweight.

How many knockouts does Matt Bessette have?

Matt Bessette has 8 wins by KO/TKO and 1 win by submission.

How tall is Matt Bessette?

Matt Bessette is 5'10" (178 cm) tall.

How much does Matt Bessette weigh?

Matt Bessette weighs 145 lbs (66 kg).

What is Matt Bessette's reach?

Matt Bessette has a reach of 70" (178 cm).

How old is Matt Bessette?

Matt Bessette is 41 years old (born Dec 28, 1984).

Where is Matt Bessette from?

Matt Bessette is from the United States.

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CAREER SUMMARY