Maximo Blanco

"Maxi"

12-8-1

VenezuelaLast 5

Last fight: Loss vs Chas Skelly · Submission · Sep 17, 2016

12-8-1 · 8 finishes · Full stats →

LAST FIGHT

LOSSvs Chas SkellySUB · R1 0:19

UFCUFC Fight Night: Poirier vs Johnson·September 17, 2016

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Maximo Blanco holds a professional MMA record of 12-8-1. Blanco has won 12 fights: 8 by KO/TKO, 0 by submission, 4 by decision. Of 8 career losses, 0 came by KO/TKO and 3 by submission. In the UFC, Blanco lands 4.16 significant strikes per minute with 45% accuracy and averages 2.07 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: September 17, 2016. Tracked organizations: UFC, STRIKEFORCE.

Profile

Height: 5'8"173 cm
Weight: 145 lbs66 kg
Reach: 71"180 cm
Stance: Orthodox
DOB: Oct 16, 1983
Age: 43
Nationality: Venezuela
Birthplace: Venezuela

Career history

LOSS
vs Chas Skelly
UFC Fight Night: Poirier vs Johnson· Sep 17, 2016· Featherweight· 12-8-1 vs 16-2
SUB
R1 · 0:19
LOSS
vs Luke Sanders
UFC Fight Night: Dillashaw vs Cruz· Jan 17, 2016· Featherweight· 12-7-1 vs 11-0
SUB
R1 · 3:38
WIN
vs Mike de la Torre
UFC · The Ultimate Fighter Finale: American Top Team vs Blackzilians· Jul 12, 2015· Featherweight· 12-6-1 vs 13-5
TKO
R1 · 0:16
WIN
vs Dan Hooker
UFC Fight Night: Hunt vs Nelson· Sep 20, 2014· Featherweight· 11-6-1 vs 11-5
UD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Andy Ogle
UFC Fight Night: Munoz vs Mousasi· May 31, 2014· Featherweight· 10-6-1 vs 9-5
UD
R3 · 5:00
LOSS
vs Felipe Arantes
UFC Fight Night: Machida vs Mousasi· Feb 15, 2014· Featherweight· 9-6-1 vs 16-6-1
UD
R3 · 5:00
LOSS
vs Akira Corassani
UFC · The Ultimate Fighter: Team Rousey vs Team Tate Finale· Nov 30, 2013· Featherweight· 9-5-1 vs 12-3
DQ
R1 · 0:25
WIN
vs Sam Sicilia
UFC · The Ultimate Fighter: Team Jones vs Team Sonnen Finale· Apr 13, 2013· Featherweight· 9-4-1 vs 10-3
UD
R3 · 5:00
LOSS
vs Marcus Brimage
UFC 145: Jones vs Evans· Apr 21, 2012· Featherweight· 8-4-1 vs 5-1
SD
R3 · 5:00
LOSS
vs Pat Healy
Strikeforce: Barnett vs Kharitonov· Sep 10, 2011· Lightweight· 8-3-1 vs 22-13
SUB
R2 · 4:24
WIN
vs Won Sik Park
Sengoku 16: Soul Of Fight· Dec 30, 2010· Lightweight· 8-2-1 vs 10-3-1
UD
WIN
vs Kiuma Kunioku
Sengoku 15· Oct 30, 2010· Lightweight· 7-2-1 vs 34-24-9
TKO
R1 · 4:26
WIN
vs Rodrigo Damm
Sengoku 13· Jun 20, 2010· Lightweight· 6-2-1 vs 9-4
TKO
R2 · 0:45
WIN
vs Chang Hyun Kim
Sengoku 12· Mar 7, 2010· Lightweight· 5-2-1 vs 15-6
TKO
R1 · 1:10
WIN
vs Tetsuya Yamada
Sengoku 10· Sep 23, 2009· Lightweight· 4-2-1 vs 4-2
TKO
R2 · 1:12
WIN
vs Katsuya Inoue×1Title bout · Title win #1
Pancrase 200· Aug 8, 2009· Lightweight· 3-2-1 vs 18-7-4
TKO
R2 · 4:38
LOSS
vs Akihiko Mori
Sengoku 8· May 2, 2009· Lightweight· 2-2-1 vs 7-6-1
-
R1 · 4:20
DRAW
vs Koji Oishi
Pancrase 198· Apr 5, 2009· Lightweight· 2-1-1 vs 17-8-6
DRAW
WIN
vs Seigo Inoue
Sengoku no Ran 2009· Jan 4, 2009· Lightweight· 2-1 vs 3-6-1
TKO
R1 · 0:38
LOSS
vs Daisuke Hanazawa
Pancrase 196· Dec 7, 2008· Lightweight· 1-1 vs 11-9-5
-
R2 · 2:19
WIN
vs Hiroki Aoki
Pancrase 194· Oct 1, 2008· Lightweight· 1-0 vs 2-2
TKO
R1 · 0:22
NC
vs Yuki Yashima
Pancrase 192· Aug 27, 2008· Lightweight· 0-0 vs 2-3-1
NC
R1 · 0:56

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

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

Yoshida Dojo

Fight DNA

Striking Technician

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

Punch power72

Kick power52

Punch speed95

Kick speed60

Accuracy96

Takedowns94

Ground striking69

Submissions57

Chin82

Body strength91

Cardio96

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

By the numbers

Pro MMARecord: 12-8-1 · Source: UFCalendar

Striking

Strikes landed4.16per min

45% accuracy

Strikes absorbed3.28per min

65% avoided

Grappling

Takedowns landed2.07per 15 min

37% success

Takedowns stuffed80%

Submission attempts0.4per 15 min

UFC careerRecord: 4-5-0 · Source: UFCStats.com

Striking

Strikes landed4.16per min

45% accuracy

Strikes absorbed3.28per min

65% avoided

Grappling

Takedowns landed2.07per 15 min

37% success

Takedowns stuffed80%

Submission attempts0.4per 15 min

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Where they rank

All-time boards where Maximo Blanco sits in the top 25.

All MMA

#12 Best significant strike defence, Featherweight64.7%

UFC

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Salary & career earnings

Disclosed purses, reported paydays and what we estimate Maximo Blanco earns per fight.

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current: 1681▼12
Peak: 1717Dec 30, 2010
Rated fights: 21

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Frequently asked questions

When does Maximo Blanco fight next?

Maximo Blanco has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Maximo Blanco's record?

Maximo Blanco's professional MMA record is 12-8-1.

Who is Maximo Blanco fighting next?

Maximo Blanco's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Maximo Blanco fight last?

Maximo Blanco most recently fought Chas Skelly at UFC Fight Night: Poirier vs Johnson on Saturday, September 17, 2016, LOSS (Submission).

What weight class does Maximo Blanco fight in?

Maximo Blanco fights at Featherweight.

How many knockouts does Maximo Blanco have?

Maximo Blanco has 8 wins by KO/TKO and 0 wins by submission.

How tall is Maximo Blanco?

Maximo Blanco is 5'8" (173 cm) tall.

How much does Maximo Blanco weigh?

Maximo Blanco weighs 145 lbs (66 kg).

What is Maximo Blanco's reach?

Maximo Blanco has a reach of 71" (180 cm).

How old is Maximo Blanco?

Maximo Blanco is 43 years old (born Oct 16, 1983).

Where is Maximo Blanco from?

Maximo Blanco is from Venezuela.

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CAREER SUMMARY