Paul Felder

"The Irish Dragon"

17-6-0★ 6bonuses

United StatesLast 5

Amateur MMA 3-1

Last fight: Loss vs Rafael Dos Anjos · Split Decision · Nov 14, 2020

17-6-0 · 11 finishes · Full stats →

LAST FIGHT

LOSSvs Rafael Dos AnjosSD · R5 5:00

UFCUFC Fight Night: Felder vs Dos Anjos·November 14, 2020

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Paul Felder holds a professional MMA record of 17-6-0. Felder has won 17 fights: 10 by KO/TKO, 1 by submission, 6 by decision. Of 6 career losses, 1 came by KO/TKO and 0 by submission. In the UFC, Felder lands 3.70 significant strikes per minute with 45% accuracy and averages 0.29 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: November 14, 2020. Tracked organizations: UFC.

Profile

Height: 5'11"180 cm
Weight: 155 lbs70 kg
Reach: 70"178 cm
Stance: Orthodox
DOB: Apr 25, 1984
Age: 42
Nationality: United States
Birthplace: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Career history

LOSS
vs Rafael Dos Anjos
UFC Fight Night: Felder vs Dos Anjos· Nov 14, 2020· Lightweight· 17-6 vs 30-13
SD
R5 · 5:00
FOTN
LOSS
vs Dan Hooker
UFC Fight Night: Felder vs Hooker· Feb 23, 2020· Lightweight· 17-5 vs 20-8
SD
R5 · 5:00
FOTN
WIN
vs Edson Barboza
UFC 242: Khabib vs Poirier· Sep 7, 2019· Lightweight· 17-4 vs 20-8
SD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs James Vick
UFC Fight Night: Ngannou vs Velasquez· Feb 17, 2019· Lightweight· 16-4 vs 13-3
UD
R3 · 5:00
LOSS
vs Mike Perry
UFC 226: Miocic vs Cormier· Jul 7, 2018· Welterweight· 15-4 vs 12-3
SD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Charles Oliveira
UFC 218: Holloway vs Aldo 2· Dec 2, 2017· Lightweight· 15-3 vs 22-8
TKO
R2 · 4:06
WIN
vs Stevie Ray
UFC Fight Night: Nelson vs Ponzinibbio· Jul 16, 2017· Lightweight· 14-3 vs 21-7
TKO
R1 · 3:57
POTN
WIN
vs Alex Ricci
UFC Fight Night: Lewis vs Browne· Feb 19, 2017· Lightweight· 13-3 vs 10-5
TKO
R1 · 4:44
POTN
LOSS
vs Francisco Trinaldo
UFC Fight Night: Cyborg vs Lansberg· Sep 24, 2016· Lightweight· 12-3 vs 21-4
TKO
R3 · 2:25
WIN
vs Joshua Burkman
UFC Fight Night: Almeida vs Garbrandt· May 29, 2016· Lightweight· 12-2 vs 28-13
UD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Daron Cruickshank
UFC Fight Night: Dillashaw vs Cruz· Jan 17, 2016· Lightweight· 11-2 vs 16-8
SUB
R3 · 3:56
LOSS
vs Ross Pearson
UFC 191: Johnson vs Dodson 2· Sep 5, 2015· Lightweight· 10-2 vs 18-9
SD
R3 · 5:00
LOSS
vs Edson Barboza
UFC Fight Night: Dillashaw vs Barao 2· Jul 25, 2015· Lightweight· 10-1 vs 16-3
UD
R3 · 5:00
FOTN
WIN
vs Danny Castillo
UFC 182: Jones vs Cormier· Jan 3, 2015· Lightweight· 10-0 vs 17-8
TKO
R2 · 2:09
POTN
WIN
vs Jason Saggo
UFC Fight Night: Nelson vs Story· Oct 4, 2014· Lightweight· 9-0 vs 10-2
SD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Craig Johnson×1Title bout · Title win #1
CFFC 38: Webb vs. Stittgen· Aug 9, 2014· Lightweight· 8-0 vs 6-3
TKO
WIN
vs Marc Stevens
CFFC 33: Felder vs. Stevens· Mar 22, 2014· Lightweight· 7-0 vs 16-9
TKO
R2 · 4:03
WIN
vs Julian Lane
CFFC 28: Brenneman vs. Baker· Oct 26, 2013· Lightweight· 6-0 vs 5-3-1
UD
WIN
vs Corey Bleaken
CFFC 24: Sullivan vs. Becker· May 11, 2013· Lightweight· 5-0 vs 1-1
UD
WIN
vs Ricky Nuno
CFFC 20: Heckman vs. Martinez· Feb 8, 2013· Lightweight· 4-0 vs 1-1
TKO
R1 · 3:15
WIN
vs Khama Worthy
PFC: Pittsburgh Challenge Series 1· Dec 29, 2012· Lightweight· 3-0 vs 1-2
TKO
R1 · 1:10
WIN
vs Judah Ciervo
Xtreme Fight Events Cage Wars· Mar 3, 2012· 2-0 vs 1-2
TKO
WIN
vs Mtume Goodrum
CFFC 12: Pollard vs Soto· Dec 10, 2011· Lightweight· 1-0 vs 0-3
TKO
R2 · 2:31

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

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

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Fight DNA

Striking Technician

UFCalendar's style model · Lightweight roster (480 fighters)

Punch power94

Kick power96

Punch speed95

Kick speed97

Accuracy86

Takedowns61

Ground striking88

Submissions85

Chin94

Body strength91

Cardio93

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

By the numbers

Pro MMARecord: 17-6-0 · Source: UFCalendar

Striking

Strikes landed3.70per min

45% accuracy

Strikes absorbed3.44per min

49% avoided

Grappling

Takedowns landed0.29per 15 min

29% success

Takedowns stuffed65%

Submission attempts0.2per 15 min

UFC careerRecord: 9-6-0 · Source: UFCStats.com

Striking

Strikes landed3.70per min

45% accuracy

Strikes absorbed3.44per min

49% avoided

Grappling

Takedowns landed0.29per 15 min

29% success

Takedowns stuffed65%

Submission attempts0.2per 15 min

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Where they rank

All-time boards where Paul Felder sits in the top 25.

UFC

Bonus résumé

Paul Felder has won 6 UFC post-fight bonuses. Estimated bonus earnings: $300,000.

★ Fight of the Night ×3★ Performance of the Night ×3

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

Disclosed purses, reported paydays and what we estimate Paul Felder earns per fight.

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Official UFC Ranking

Paul Felder's standing in the official UFC rankings, tracked since 2013.

Current: Unranked
Peak: #6 Lightweight
First ranked: Apr 11, 2018
Times ranked: 109

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current: 1862▼6
Peak: 1875Sep 7, 2019
Rated fights: 23

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Frequently asked questions

When does Paul Felder fight next?

Paul Felder has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Paul Felder's record?

Paul Felder's professional MMA record is 17-6-0.

Who is Paul Felder fighting next?

Paul Felder's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Paul Felder fight last?

Paul Felder most recently fought Rafael Dos Anjos at UFC Fight Night: Felder vs Dos Anjos on Saturday, November 14, 2020, LOSS (Split Decision).

What weight class does Paul Felder fight in?

Paul Felder fights at Lightweight.

How many knockouts does Paul Felder have?

Paul Felder has 10 wins by KO/TKO and 1 win by submission.

How many UFC bonuses has Paul Felder won?

Paul Felder has won 6 UFC post-fight bonuses: 3× Fight of the Night, 3× Performance of the Night.

How tall is Paul Felder?

Paul Felder is 5'11" (180 cm) tall.

How much does Paul Felder weigh?

Paul Felder weighs 155 lbs (70 kg).

What is Paul Felder's reach?

Paul Felder has a reach of 70" (178 cm).

How old is Paul Felder?

Paul Felder is 42 years old (born Apr 25, 1984).

Where is Paul Felder from?

Paul Felder is from the United States.

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CAREER SUMMARY