Rei Tsuruya

12-1-0

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Amateur MMA 1-0

Last fight: Win vs Kevin Borjas · Submission · Aug 29, 2026

12-1-0 · 10 finishes · Full stats →

LAST FIGHT

WINvs Kevin BorjasSUB · R1 4:14

UFCUFC Fight Night: Nurmagomedov vs Song·August 29, 2026

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Rei Tsuruya holds a professional MMA record of 12-1-0. Tsuruya has won 12 fights: 4 by KO/TKO, 6 by submission, 2 by decision. In the UFC, Tsuruya lands 2.80 significant strikes per minute with 50% accuracy and averages 3.99 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: August 29, 2026. Tracked organizations: UFC.

Profile

Height: 5'6"168 cm
Weight: 125 lbs57 kg
Reach: 68"173 cm
Stance: Orthodox
DOB: Jun 22, 2002
Age: 24
Nationality: Japan
Birthplace: Kashiwa, Chiba, Japan

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Career history

WIN
vs Kevin Borjas
UFC Fight Night: Nurmagomedov vs Song· Aug 29, 2026· Flyweight· 12-1 vs 11-6
SUB
R1 · 4:14
WIN
vs Luis Gurule
UFC Fight Night: Song vs Figueiredo· May 30, 2026· Bantamweight· 11-1 vs 11-4
SUB
R1 · 3:19
LOSS
vs Joshua Van
UFC 313: Pereira vs Ankalaev· Mar 8, 2025· Flyweight· 10-1 vs 13-2
UD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Carlos Hernandez
UFC 303: Pereira vs Procházka 2· Jun 29, 2024· Flyweight· 10-0 vs 9-4
UD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Jiniushiyue
Road to UFC· Feb 3, 2024· Flyweight· 9-0 vs 13-3
TKO
R1 · 4:59
WIN
vs Mark Climaco
Road to UFC· Aug 27, 2023· Flyweight· 8-0 vs 9-2
UD
WIN
vs Ronal Siahaan
Road to UFC· May 27, 2023· Flyweight· 7-0 vs 7-1
SUB
R2 · 1:19
WIN
vs Satoru Enomoto
Pancrase 330· Dec 25, 2022· Flyweight· 6-0 vs 8-4
SUB
R2 · 1:03
WIN
vs Masatoshi Ueda ("Masatatsu")
Pancrase 329· Sep 11, 2022· Flyweight· 5-0 vs 18-8-2
TKO
R1 · 2:33
WIN
vs Taiki Akiba
Pancrase 327· Apr 29, 2022· Flyweight· 4-0 vs 11-11-1
SUB
R1 · 3:42
WIN
vs Kenta Kubo
DEEP 104 Impact· Oct 23, 2021· Flyweight· 3-0 vs 4-2
TKO
R1 · 3:55
WIN
vs Ryo Araki
DEEP 102 Impact· Jul 4, 2021· Flyweight· 2-0 vs 1-3
SUB
R1 · 2:05
WIN
vs Tatsuki Okano
DEEP 100 IMPACT· Feb 21, 2021· Flyweight· 1-0 vs 4-4
TKO
R2 · 2:17

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

BaseFreestyle WrestlingGreco-Roman WrestlingBJJ

2024Road to UFC Season 2 flyweight tournament winner · UFC (Road to UFC)
20228th Flyweight King of Pancrase · Pancrase
2020Runner-up · Japan HS Nationals · cadet · 60 kg Catchweight
2019Qualifier · World Championships UWW · cadet · 55 kg Catchweight
2013Champion · Abu Dhabi World Pro · youth
Runner-up · JOC Junior Olympic Cup · cadet
Champion · Japan Interhigh Team · cadet
Champion · Japan Elementary Nationals · youth
Champion · All Japan Kids Sambo · youth
Brown belt · BJJ
Nippon Sport Science University Kashiwa High School · Wrestling · ~2018-2021
AGE 3Started in Freestyle Wrestling
Started in BJJ
Started in Sambo

Camp

THE BLACKBELT JAPAN · Matsudo, Chiba, Japan
Paraestra Matsudo · Matsudo, Chiba, Japan Former

Coaches

Hiroshi Tsuruya · Head coach
Hiromasa Ogikubo · Cornerman
Yoshihiro Koyama · Cornerman
Hiroaki Okonogi · Cornerman
Shinsuke Nakamura · Cornerman

Fight DNA

Grappling Specialist

UFCalendar's style model · Flyweight roster (208 fighters)

Takedown Machine

98 · best in division

Submission Threat

98 · top 3% in division

Punch power71

Kick power62

Punch speed48

Kick speed57

Accuracy47

Takedowns98

Ground striking96

Submissions98

Chin74

Body strength80

Cardio85

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

By the numbers

Pro MMARecord: 12-1-0 · Source: UFCalendar

Striking

Strikes landed2.80per min

50% accuracy

Strikes absorbed2.02per min

42% avoided

Grappling

Takedowns landed3.99per 15 min

28% success

Takedowns stuffed50%

Submission attempts0.8per 15 min

UFC careerRecord: 3-1-0 · Source: UFCStats.com

Striking

Strikes landed2.80per min

50% accuracy

Strikes absorbed2.02per min

42% avoided

Grappling

Takedowns landed3.99per 15 min

28% success

Takedowns stuffed50%

Submission attempts0.8per 15 min

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Salary & career earnings

Disclosed purses, reported paydays and what we estimate Rei Tsuruya earns per fight.

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Official UFC Ranking

Rei Tsuruya's standing in the official UFC rankings, tracked since 2013.

Current: Unranked
Meta rank: #14 Flyweight

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current: 1828▲19
Peak: 1830Jun 30, 2024
Rated fights: 13

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Frequently asked questions

When does Rei Tsuruya fight next?

Rei Tsuruya has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Rei Tsuruya's record?

Rei Tsuruya's professional MMA record is 12-1-0.

Who is Rei Tsuruya fighting next?

Rei Tsuruya's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Rei Tsuruya fight last?

Rei Tsuruya most recently fought Kevin Borjas at UFC Fight Night: Nurmagomedov vs Song on Saturday, August 29, 2026, WIN (Submission).

What weight class does Rei Tsuruya fight in?

Rei Tsuruya fights at Flyweight.

How many knockouts does Rei Tsuruya have?

Rei Tsuruya has 4 wins by KO/TKO and 6 wins by submission.

How tall is Rei Tsuruya?

Rei Tsuruya is 5'6" (168 cm) tall.

How much does Rei Tsuruya weigh?

Rei Tsuruya weighs 125 lbs (57 kg).

What is Rei Tsuruya's reach?

Rei Tsuruya has a reach of 68" (173 cm).

How old is Rei Tsuruya?

Rei Tsuruya is 24 years old (born Jun 22, 2002).

Where is Rei Tsuruya from?

Rei Tsuruya is from Japan.

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