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Michael Kuiper

"Judo"
14-7-0NetherlandsNetherlandsLast 5
Amateur MMA 3-0

Last fight: Loss vs Rodrigo Carlos · Submission · Nov 9, 2024

14-7-0 · 13 finishes · Full stats →
LAST FIGHT
LOSSvs Brad ScottSUB · R1 4:17
UFCUFC Fight Night: Machida vs Munoz·October 27, 2013

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CAREER SUMMARY

Michael Kuiper holds a professional MMA record of 14-7-0. Kuiper has won 14 fights: 8 by KO/TKO, 5 by submission, 1 by decision. Of 7 career losses, 1 came by KO/TKO and 5 by submission. In the UFC, Kuiper lands 3.28 significant strikes per minute with 55% accuracy and averages 2.30 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: October 27, 2013. Tracked organizations: UFC.

Profile

Height
6'0"183 cm
Weight
185 lbs84 kg
Reach
73"185 cm
Stance
Orthodox
DOB
Jun 7, 1989
Age
37
Nationality
Netherlands
Birthplace
Rotterdam, Netherlands

Career history

  1. LOSS
    vs Rodrigo Carlos
    CFC 10· Nov 9, 2024· Light Heavyweight· 14-7 vs 32-24
    SUB
    R1 · 4:50
  2. LOSS
    vs Adrick Croes
    CFC 5· Apr 7, 2018· Light Heavyweight· 14-6 vs 8-2
    SUB
  3. WIN
    vs Cristiano Machado
    CFC 4: Nedd vs. Grigsby· May 26, 2017· Middleweight· 14-5 vs 4-4
    SUB
    R1 · 2:46
  4. WIN
    vs Oktay Karatas
    Battle Events Amersfoort· Jun 4, 2016· 13-5 vs 14-8-1
    TKO
    R1 · 4:34
  5. LOSS
    vs Gregory Milliard
    RFC 2: Aruba vs. The World· Apr 29, 2016· 12-5 vs 8-4
    TKO
    R3 · 2:48
  6. WIN
    vs Unknown opponent
    Strength & Honour Championship· Oct 4, 2014· 12-4
    TKO
  7. LOSS
    vs Matthew Riddle
    Titan FC 27· Feb 28, 2014· Middleweight· 11-4 vs 8-3
    SUB
    R2 · 2:29
  8. LOSS
    vs Brad Scott
    UFC Fight Night: Machida vs Munoz· Oct 27, 2013· Middleweight· 11-3 vs 9-2
    SUB
    R1 · 4:17
  9. LOSS
    vs Tom Lawlor
    UFC on FUEL TV: Mousasi vs Latifi· Apr 7, 2013· Middleweight· 11-2 vs 9-5
    SUB
    R2 · 1:05
  10. WIN
    vs Jared Hamman
    UFC 150: Henderson vs Edgar II· Aug 11, 2012· Middleweight· 11-1 vs 13-5
    TKO
    R2 · 2:16
  11. LOSS
    vs Rafael Natal
    UFC 143: Diaz vs Condit· Feb 4, 2012· Middleweight· 10-1 vs 14-3-1
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  12. WIN
    vs Morris Cilfoni
    Milano in the Cage 1· May 7, 2011· Middleweight· 10-0 vs 2-2
    TKO
  13. WIN
    vs Clarence Noordzee
    Staredown Fighting Championship· Mar 19, 2011· 9-0 vs 0-3
    TKO
  14. WIN
    vs David Marcina
    Spain Regional· Nov 20, 2010· 8-0 vs 10-13
    TKO
  15. WIN
    vs Baudin Egoluev
    Belgium Regional· Nov 6, 2010· 7-0 vs 1-1
    SUB
  16. WIN
    vs Ivan Brguljan
    Netherlands Regional· Nov 7, 2009· 6-0 vs 8-10-1
    TKO
  17. WIN
    vs Patrice Wagemans
    Strength & Honour Championship· Oct 3, 2009· 5-0 vs 2-1
    TKO
  18. WIN
    vs Bert Van Geystelen
    Belgium Regional· Jun 4, 2009· 4-0 vs 0-2
    SUB
  19. WIN
    vs Bert Van Geystelen
    Staredown 3· Apr 26, 2009· Middleweight· 3-0 vs 0-1
    SUB
  20. WIN
    vs Kevin Goodliff
    Battle Of The South 7· Apr 11, 2009· Middleweight· 2-0 vs 0-2
    UD
  21. WIN
    vs Unknown opponent
    Outsider Cup· Feb 14, 2009· 1-0
    SUB

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

  • Perfect Team

Fight DNA

Knockout Artist

UFCalendar's style model · Middleweight roster (285 fighters)

PowerSpeedPrecisionDurabilityEngineWrestlingGround
Sniper
98 · top 2% in division
Fast Hands
98 · top 4% in division
Punch power97
Kick power74
Punch speed98
Kick speed75
Accuracy98
Takedowns94
Ground striking97
Submissions42
Chin69
Body strength80
Cardio64

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

By the numbers

Pro MMARecord: 14-7-0 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed3.28per min
55% accuracy
Strikes absorbed3.62per min
54% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed2.30per 15 min
56% success
Takedowns stuffed79%
Submission attempts0.0per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 1-3-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed3.28per min
55% accuracy
Strikes absorbed3.62per min
54% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed2.30per 15 min
56% success
Takedowns stuffed79%
Submission attempts0.0per 15 min
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Salary & career earnings

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1524▼12
Peak
1719Aug 12, 2012
Rated fights
19
15001600170020102013201620192022Apr 11, 2009 · 1528Apr 26, 2009 · 1565Jun 4, 2009 · 1594Oct 3, 2009 · 1632Nov 7, 2009 · 1650Nov 6, 2010 · 1677Nov 20, 2010 · 1687Mar 19, 2011 · 1696May 7, 2011 · 1707Feb 4, 2012 · 1685Aug 12, 2012 · 1719Apr 6, 2013 · 1680Oct 27, 2013 · 1643Feb 28, 2014 · 1617Apr 29, 2016 · 1552Jun 4, 2016 · 1576May 26, 2017 · 1595Apr 7, 2018 · 1571Nov 9, 2024 · 15241524

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Frequently asked questions

When does Michael Kuiper fight next?

Michael Kuiper has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Michael Kuiper's record?

Michael Kuiper's professional MMA record is 14-7-0.

Who is Michael Kuiper fighting next?

Michael Kuiper's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Michael Kuiper fight last?

Michael Kuiper most recently fought Brad Scott at UFC Fight Night: Machida vs Munoz on Sunday, October 27, 2013, LOSS (Submission).

What weight class does Michael Kuiper fight in?

Michael Kuiper fights at Middleweight.

How many knockouts does Michael Kuiper have?

Michael Kuiper has 8 wins by KO/TKO and 5 wins by submission.

How tall is Michael Kuiper?

Michael Kuiper is 6'0" (183 cm) tall.

How much does Michael Kuiper weigh?

Michael Kuiper weighs 185 lbs (84 kg).

What is Michael Kuiper's reach?

Michael Kuiper has a reach of 73" (185 cm).

How old is Michael Kuiper?

Michael Kuiper is 37 years old (born Jun 7, 1989).

Where is Michael Kuiper from?

Michael Kuiper is from the Netherlands.

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