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Michael McDonald

"Mayday"
19-4-0★ 5bonusesUnited StatesUnited StatesLast 5

Last fight: Win vs Eduardo Dantas · TKO · Jul 13, 2018

19-4-0 · 16 finishes · Full stats →
LAST FIGHT
WINvs Eduardo DantasTKO · R1 0:58
BellatorBellator 202: Budd vs Nogueira·July 13, 2018

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CAREER SUMMARY

Michael McDonald holds a professional MMA record of 19-4-0. McDonald has won 19 fights: 10 by KO/TKO, 6 by submission, 3 by decision. Of 4 career losses, 2 came by KO/TKO and 2 by submission. In the UFC, McDonald lands 2.70 significant strikes per minute with 43% accuracy and averages 1.12 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: July 13, 2018. Tracked organizations: BELLATOR, UFC, WEC.

Profile

Height
5'9"175 cm
Weight
135 lbs61 kg
Reach
70"178 cm
Stance
Orthodox
DOB
Jan 15, 1991
Age
35
Nationality
United States
Birthplace
Oakdale, California, United States

Career history

  1. WIN
    vs Eduardo Dantas
    Bellator 202: Budd vs Nogueira· Jul 13, 2018· Bantamweight· 19-4 vs 20-6
    TKO
    R1 · 0:58
  2. WIN
    vs Peter Ligier
    Bellator 191: McDonald vs Ligier· Dec 15, 2017· Catchweight· 18-4 vs 8-2-1
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  3. LOSS
    vs John Lineker
    UFC Fight Night: McDonald vs Lineker· Jul 13, 2016· Bantamweight· 17-4 vs 28-7
    TKO
    R1 · 2:43
  4. WIN
    vs Masanori Kanehara
    UFC 195: Lawler vs Condit· Jan 2, 2016· Bantamweight· 17-3 vs 25-13-5
    SUB
    R2 · 2:09
    POTN
  5. LOSS
    vs Urijah Faber
    UFC on FOX: Johnson vs Benavidez 2· Dec 14, 2013· Bantamweight· 16-3 vs 30-6
    SUB
    R2 · 3:22
  6. WIN
    vs Brad Pickett
    UFC Fight Night: Shogun vs Sonnen· Aug 17, 2013· Bantamweight· 16-2 vs 24-8
    SUB
    R2 · 3:43
    FOTN + SOTN
  7. LOSS
    vs Renan BaraoTitle bout
    UFC on FUEL TV: Barao vs McDonald· Feb 16, 2013· Interim Bantamweight· 15-2 vs 30-1
    SUB
    R4 · 3:57
  8. WIN
    vs Miguel Torres
    UFC 145: Jones vs Evans· Apr 21, 2012· Bantamweight· 15-1 vs 40-5
    TKO
    R1 · 3:18
  9. WIN
    vs Alex Soto
    UFC 139: Shogun vs Henderson· Nov 19, 2011· Bantamweight· 14-1 vs 6-1-1
    TKO
    R1 · 0:56
    KOTN
  10. WIN
    vs Chris Cariaso
    UFC 130: Rampage vs Hamill· May 29, 2011· Bantamweight· 13-1 vs 11-3
    SD
    R3 · 5:00
  11. WIN
    vs Edwin Figueroa
    UFC Fight Night: Nogueira vs Davis· Mar 26, 2011· Bantamweight· 12-1 vs 7-1
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
    FOTN
  12. WIN
    vs Clint Godfrey
    WEC 52: Faber vs Mizugaki· Nov 10, 2010· Bantamweight· 11-1 vs 11-3
    SUB
    R1 · 2:42
  13. WIN
    vs Cole Escovedo
    Tachi Palace Fights· Jul 9, 2010· 10-1 vs 16-5
    TKO
  14. WIN
    vs Manny Tapia
    Tachi Palace Fights· Feb 4, 2010· 9-1 vs 10-4-1
    TKO
  15. WIN
    vs Carlos Garces
    Tachi Palace Fights· Oct 8, 2009· 8-1 vs 4-3-1
    TKO
  16. LOSS
    vs Cole Escovedo
    Palace Fighting Championship· May 8, 2009· 7-1 vs 12-4
    TKO
  17. WIN
    vs Jason Georgianna
    Palace Fighting Championship· Jan 22, 2009· 7-0 vs 8-4
    TKO
  18. WIN
    vs Randy Rodoni
    Gladiator Challenge· Nov 2, 2008· 6-0 vs 1-1
    TKO
  19. WIN
    vs Fernando Arreola
    Gladiator Challenge· Sep 7, 2008· 5-0 vs 3-6-1
    SUB
  20. WIN
    vs Javier Vargas
    Gladiator Challenge· Jul 27, 2008· 4-0 vs 0-1
    TKO
  21. WIN
    vs Unknown opponent
    Gladiator Challenge· May 18, 2008· 3-0
    TKO
  22. WIN
    vs Unknown opponent
    Gladiator Challenge· Mar 17, 2008· 2-0
    SUB
  23. WIN
    vs Joe Corona
    Gladiator Challenge· Nov 11, 2007· 1-0 vs 0-1
    SUB

Title bout

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

  • Last Stand Fight Team

Fight DNA

Knockout Artist

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

PowerSpeedPrecisionDurabilityEngineWrestlingGround
Punch power96
Kick power71
Punch speed97
Kick speed76
Accuracy88
Takedowns77
Ground striking75
Submissions95
Chin65
Body strength69
Cardio68

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

By the numbers

Pro MMARecord: 19-4-0 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed2.70per min
43% accuracy
Strikes absorbed2.82per min
57% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed1.12per 15 min
67% success
Takedowns stuffed53%
Submission attempts1.3per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 6-3-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed2.70per min
43% accuracy
Strikes absorbed2.82per min
57% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed1.12per 15 min
67% success
Takedowns stuffed53%
Submission attempts1.3per 15 min
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Where they rank

All-time boards where Michael McDonald sits in the top 25.

Bonus résumé

Michael McDonald has won 5 UFC post-fight bonuses. Estimated bonus earnings: $150,000.

★ Fight of the Night ×2★ Performance of the Night ×1★ KO of the Night ×1★ Submission of the Night ×1
  1. ★ POTNvs Masanori Kanehara · UFC 195: Lawler vs ConditJan 2, 2016
  2. ★ FOTN + SOTNvs Brad Pickett · UFC Fight Night: Shogun vs SonnenAug 17, 2013
  3. ★ KOTNvs Alex Soto · UFC 139: Shogun vs HendersonNov 19, 2011
  4. ★ FOTNvs Edwin Figueroa · UFC Fight Night: Nogueira vs DavisMar 26, 2011

Estimates use each era's real amount: $50,000 from 2012, $100,000 from UFC 324, plus $25,000 finish incentives. 2 pre-2012 awards are not priced · amounts varied per event.

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Salary & career earnings

Disclosed purses, reported paydays and what we estimate Michael McDonald earns per fight.

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Official UFC Ranking

Michael McDonald's standing in the official UFC rankings, tracked since 2013.

Current
Unranked
Peak
#2 Bantamweight
First ranked
Feb 4, 2013
Times ranked
156

Bantamweight

#1#5#10#152014201520162017Feb 4, 2013 · #2Feb 18, 2013 · #3Jan 7, 2014 · #2Apr 21, 2014 · #3May 26, 2014 · #4Sep 29, 2014 · #5Nov 9, 2015 · #8Jan 4, 2016 · #6May 31, 2016 · #5Jul 15, 2016 · #7Aug 24, 2016 · #8Sep 14, 2016 · #9Dec 19, 2016 · #8Mar 6, 2017 · #9#9

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1717▲20
Peak
1825Apr 21, 2012
Rated fights
21
1500160017001800200820102012201420162018Nov 11, 2007 · 1541Jul 27, 2008 · 1576Sep 7, 2008 · 1604Nov 2, 2008 · 1637Jan 22, 2009 · 1675May 8, 2009 · 1625Oct 8, 2009 · 1645Feb 4, 2010 · 1671Jul 9, 2010 · 1696Nov 11, 2010 · 1732Mar 26, 2011 · 1751May 29, 2011 · 1763Nov 20, 2011 · 1786Apr 21, 2012 · 1825Feb 16, 2013 · 1787Aug 18, 2013 · 1817Dec 14, 2013 · 1790Jan 2, 2016 · 1729Jul 14, 2016 · 1715Dec 15, 2017 · 1697Jul 13, 2018 · 17171717

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Frequently asked questions

When does Michael McDonald fight next?

Michael McDonald has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Michael McDonald's record?

Michael McDonald's professional MMA record is 19-4-0.

Who is Michael McDonald fighting next?

Michael McDonald's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Michael McDonald fight last?

Michael McDonald most recently fought Eduardo Dantas at Bellator 202: Budd vs Nogueira on Friday, July 13, 2018, WIN (TKO).

What weight class does Michael McDonald fight in?

Michael McDonald fights at Bantamweight.

How many knockouts does Michael McDonald have?

Michael McDonald has 10 wins by KO/TKO and 6 wins by submission.

How many UFC bonuses has Michael McDonald won?

Michael McDonald has won 5 UFC post-fight bonuses: 2× Fight of the Night, 1× Performance of the Night, 1× KO of the Night, 1× Submission of the Night.

How tall is Michael McDonald?

Michael McDonald is 5'9" (175 cm) tall.

How much does Michael McDonald weigh?

Michael McDonald weighs 135 lbs (61 kg).

What is Michael McDonald's reach?

Michael McDonald has a reach of 70" (178 cm).

How old is Michael McDonald?

Michael McDonald is 35 years old (born Jan 15, 1991).

Where is Michael McDonald from?

Michael McDonald is from the United States.

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