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Niklas Backstrom

"King in the North"
11-4-0★ 1bonusSwedenSwedenLast 5

Last fight: Loss vs Sebastian Rajewski · Unanimous Decision · Jan 15, 2022

11-4-0 · 8 finishes · Full stats →
LAST FIGHT
LOSSvs Sebastian RajewskiUD · R3 5:00
KSWKSW 66 - Ziolkowski vs Mankowski·January 15, 2022

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CAREER SUMMARY

Niklas Backstrom holds a professional MMA record of 11-4-0. Backstrom has won 11 fights: 4 by KO/TKO, 4 by submission, 3 by decision. Of 4 career losses, 1 came by KO/TKO and 0 by submission. In the UFC, Backstrom lands 1.12 significant strikes per minute with 42% accuracy and averages 2.92 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: January 15, 2022. Tracked organizations: KSW, ACA, UFC.

Profile

Height
6'1"185 cm
Weight
145 lbs66 kg
Stance
Orthodox
DOB
Aug 22, 1989
Age
37
Nationality
Sweden
Birthplace
Stockholm, Sweden

Career history

  1. LOSS
    vs Sebastian Rajewski
    KSW 66 - Ziolkowski vs Mankowski· Jan 15, 2022· Lightweight· 11-4 vs 12-6
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  2. LOSS
    vs Andrew Fisher
    ACA 65: ACB 65, Sheffield· Jul 22, 2017· Lightweight· 11-3 vs 16-8-1
    DEC
  3. WIN
    vs Joni Salovaara
    Cage 37· Nov 26, 2016· Featherweight· 11-2 vs 16-9
    UD
  4. WIN
    vs Danijel Kokora
    Scandinavian Fight Nights 1· Jun 4, 2016· Lightweight· 10-2 vs 7-8
    SUB
  5. WIN
    vs Georgi Stoyanov
    Battle of Botnia 2015· Nov 28, 2015· Featherweight· 9-2 vs 19-10
    SUB
  6. LOSS
    vs Noad Lahat
    UFC Fight Night: Jedrzejczyk vs Penne· Jun 20, 2015· Featherweight· 8-2 vs 9-1
    MD
    R3 · 5:00
  7. LOSS
    vs Mike Wilkinson
    UFC Fight Night: Nelson vs Story· Oct 4, 2014· Featherweight· 8-1 vs 9-1
    TKO
    R1 · 1:19
  8. WIN
    vs Tom Niinimaki
    UFC Fight Night: Munoz vs Mousasi· May 31, 2014· Featherweight· 8-0 vs 21-6-1
    SUB
    R1 · 4:15
    POTN
  9. WIN
    vs Max Coga
    Europa MMA 1· Mar 22, 2014· Featherweight· 7-0 vs 9-2
    TKO
    R1 · 0:15
  10. WIN
    vs Jaakko Vayrynen
    Lappeenranta Fight Night 9· Oct 19, 2013· Featherweight· 6-0 vs 6-4
    TKO
  11. WIN
    vs Thomas Hytten
    Vision FC· May 5, 2012· 5-0 vs 9-9-1
    TKO
  12. WIN
    vs Sergej Grecicho
    Botnia Punishment· Mar 23, 2012· 4-0 vs 12-5-1
    DEC
  13. WIN
    vs Adam Edwards
    Cage Warriors 41· Apr 24, 2011· Featherweight· 3-0 vs 3-2
    UD
  14. NC
    vs Elias Kunnas
    Finland Regional· Mar 18, 2011· 2-0 vs 2-1-1
    NC
  15. WIN
    vs Simon Skold
    Superior Challenge· Oct 29, 2010· 2-0 vs 0-1
    TKO
  16. WIN
    vs Gabriel Mboge Nesje
    Superior Challenge· Oct 31, 2009· 1-0 vs 0-1
    SUB

Career stats

Pro MMARecord: 11-4-0 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed1.12per min
42% accuracy
Strikes absorbed3.65per min
40% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed2.92per 15 min
80% success
Takedowns stuffed73%
Submission attempts2.2per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 1-2-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed1.12per min
42% accuracy
Strikes absorbed3.65per min
40% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed2.92per 15 min
80% success
Takedowns stuffed73%
Submission attempts2.2per 15 min
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Bonus résumé

Niklas Backstrom has won 1 UFC post-fight bonus. Estimated bonus earnings: $50,000.

★ Performance of the Night ×1
  1. ★ POTNvs Tom Niinimaki · UFC Fight Night: Munoz vs MousasiMay 31, 2014

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

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1570▼22
Peak
1748May 31, 2014
Rated fights
15
15001600170020102013201620192022Oct 31, 2009 · 1548Oct 29, 2010 · 1590Apr 24, 2011 · 1628Mar 23, 2012 · 1659May 5, 2012 · 1685Oct 19, 2013 · 1689Mar 22, 2014 · 1715May 31, 2014 · 1748Oct 4, 2014 · 1704Jun 20, 2015 · 1674Nov 28, 2015 · 1689Jun 4, 2016 · 1699Nov 26, 2016 · 1713Jul 22, 2017 · 1684Jan 15, 2022 · 15701570

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Frequently asked questions

When does Niklas Backstrom fight next?

Niklas Backstrom has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Niklas Backstrom's record?

Niklas Backstrom's professional MMA record is 11-4-0.

Who is Niklas Backstrom fighting next?

Niklas Backstrom's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Niklas Backstrom fight last?

Niklas Backstrom most recently fought Sebastian Rajewski at KSW 66 - Ziolkowski vs Mankowski on Saturday, January 15, 2022, LOSS (Unanimous Decision).

What weight class does Niklas Backstrom fight in?

Niklas Backstrom fights at Lightweight.

How many knockouts does Niklas Backstrom have?

Niklas Backstrom has 4 wins by KO/TKO and 4 wins by submission.

How many UFC bonuses has Niklas Backstrom won?

Niklas Backstrom has won 1 UFC post-fight bonus: 1× Performance of the Night.

How tall is Niklas Backstrom?

Niklas Backstrom is 6'1" (185 cm) tall.

How much does Niklas Backstrom weigh?

Niklas Backstrom weighs 145 lbs (66 kg).

How old is Niklas Backstrom?

Niklas Backstrom is 37 years old (born Aug 22, 1989).

Where is Niklas Backstrom from?

Niklas Backstrom is from Sweden.

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