Ron Waterman

"H20"

16-6-2

United StatesLast 5

Last fight: Win vs Mark Smith · Submission · Nov 29, 2008

16-6-2 · 14 finishes · Full stats →

LAST FIGHT

WINvs Ricco RodriguezUD · R3 5:00

WECWEC 16: Clash of the Titans 2·August 17, 2005

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Ron Waterman holds a professional MMA record of 16-6-2. Waterman has won 16 fights: 6 by KO/TKO, 8 by submission, 2 by decision. Of 6 career losses, 4 came by KO/TKO and 1 by submission. In the UFC, Waterman lands 2.79 significant strikes per minute with 65% accuracy and averages 2.70 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: August 17, 2005. Tracked organizations: WEC, PRIDE FC, UFC.

Profile

Height: 6'2"188 cm
Weight: 280 lbs127 kg
Stance: Orthodox
DOB: Nov 23, 1965
Age: 60
Nationality: United States
Birthplace: United States

Career history

WIN
vs Mark Smith
Colorado Regional· Nov 29, 2008· 16-6-2 vs 10-9
SUB
LOSS
vs Dave Herman
EliteXC: Return of the King· Jun 14, 2008· Heavyweight· 15-6-2 vs 13-0
TKO
R1 · 2:19
WIN
vs Analu Brash
X-1 World Events 16· Jan 26, 2008· Heavyweight· 15-5-2 vs 3-1
SUB
R2 · 2:10
WIN
vs Mario Rinaldi
Texas Regional· Sep 1, 2007· 14-5-2 vs 5-2
TKO
LOSS
vs Roger Gracie
Bodog Fight· Dec 2, 2006· Heavyweight· 13-5-2 vs 1-0
SUB
R1 · 3:38
LOSS
vs Ricco Rodriguez
WFA 4: King Of The Streets· Jul 22, 2006· Super Heavyweight· 13-4-2 vs 24-6
TKO
R1 · 5:00
WIN
vs Ricco Rodriguez
WEC 16: Clash of the Titans 2· Aug 17, 2005· Super Heavyweight· 13-3-2 vs 18-5
UD
R3 · 5:00
LOSS
vs Tsuyoshi Kohsaka
Pancrase 141· Nov 7, 2004· Heavyweight· 12-3-2 vs 39-27-2
UD
WIN
vs Kevin Randleman
PRIDE FC · PRIDE: Final Conflict 2004· Aug 15, 2004· Heavyweight· 12-2-2 vs 15-9
SUB
R1 · 7:44
WIN
vs Keigo Takamori
Pancrase 134· May 28, 2004· Heavyweight· 11-2-2 vs 3-2
SUB
R1 · 1:36
LOSS
vs Mirko Filipovic
PRIDE FC · PRIDE 27: Inferno· Feb 1, 2004· Heavyweight· 10-2-2 vs 8-1-2
TKO
R1 · 4:53
DRAW
vs Jimmy Ambriz
Pancrase 127· Nov 30, 2003· Heavyweight· 10-1-2 vs 8-1-1
DEC
WIN
vs Jun Ishii
Pancrase 126· Oct 31, 2003· Heavyweight· 10-1-1 vs 6-4
SUB
R1 · 1:02
WIN
vs Jerry Vrbanovic
IFC 17: Global Domination· Sep 6, 2003· Heavyweight· 9-1-1 vs 3-3
SUB
R3 · 3:19
WIN
vs James Nevarez
WEC 7: This Time It's Personal· Aug 9, 2003· Super Heavyweight· 8-1-1 vs 1-1
TKO
R3 · 2:31
WIN
vs Valentijn Overeem
PRIDE FC · PRIDE 24: Cold Fury 3· Dec 23, 2002· Heavyweight· 7-1-1 vs 22-18
SUB
R1 · 2:18
WIN
vs Kengo Watanabe
Pancrase 111· Sep 29, 2002· Heavyweight· 6-1-1 vs 6-7-2
SUB
R1 · 2:33
WIN
vs Satoshi Honma
UFC 25: Ultimate Japan 3· Apr 14, 2000· Heavyweight· 5-1-1 vs 7-7-3
UD
R3 · 5:00
DRAW
vs Tim Lajcik
UFC 22: There Can Be Only One Champion· Sep 24, 1999· Heavyweight· 4-1-1 vs 4-1-1
DRAW
R3 · 5:00
LOSS
vs Andre Roberts
UFC 21: Return Of The Champions· Jul 16, 1999· Heavyweight· 4-1 vs 10-1
TKO
R1 · 2:51
WIN
vs Chris Condo
UFC 20: Battle For The Gold· May 7, 1999· Heavyweight· 4-0 vs 0-1
TKO
R1 · 0:28
WIN
vs Matt Asher
Bas Rutten Invitational 1· Feb 6, 1999· Heavyweight· 3-0 vs 1-1
TKO
R1 · 0:28
WIN
vs Joshua Jenkins
Bas Rutten Invitational 1· Feb 6, 1999· Heavyweight· 2-0 vs 1-1
TKO
R1 · 1:14
WIN
vs Daniel James
Bas Rutten Invitational 1· Feb 6, 1999· Heavyweight· 1-0 vs 0-1
TKO
R1 · 0:20

Fight DNA

Grappling Specialist

UFCalendar's style model · Heavyweight roster (255 fighters)

Takedown Machine

99 · best in division

Punch power65

Kick power64

Punch speed48

Kick speed50

Accuracy65

Takedowns99

Ground striking99

Submissions96

Chin86

Body strength94

Cardio63

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

By the numbers

Pro MMARecord: 16-6-2 · Source: UFCalendar

Striking

Strikes landed2.79per min

65% accuracy

Strikes absorbed0.84per min

57% avoided

Grappling

Takedowns landed2.70per 15 min

38% success

Submission attempts1.4per 15 min

UFC careerRecord: 2-1-1 · Source: UFCStats.com

Striking

Strikes landed2.79per min

65% accuracy

Strikes absorbed0.84per min

57% avoided

Grappling

Takedowns landed2.70per 15 min

38% success

Submission attempts1.4per 15 min

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Where they rank

All-time boards where Ron Waterman sits in the top 25.

UFC

Recent & upcoming opponents

UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current: 1688▲6
Peak: 1716Aug 15, 2004
Rated fights: 23

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Frequently asked questions

When does Ron Waterman fight next?

Ron Waterman has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Ron Waterman's record?

Ron Waterman's professional MMA record is 16-6-2.

Who is Ron Waterman fighting next?

Ron Waterman's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Ron Waterman fight last?

Ron Waterman most recently fought Ricco Rodriguez at WEC 16: Clash of the Titans 2 on Wednesday, August 17, 2005, WIN (Unanimous Decision).

What weight class does Ron Waterman fight in?

Ron Waterman fights at Super Heavyweight.

How many knockouts does Ron Waterman have?

Ron Waterman has 6 wins by KO/TKO and 8 wins by submission.

How tall is Ron Waterman?

Ron Waterman is 6'2" (188 cm) tall.

How much does Ron Waterman weigh?

Ron Waterman weighs 280 lbs (127 kg).

How old is Ron Waterman?

Ron Waterman is 60 years old (born Nov 23, 1965).

Where is Ron Waterman from?

Ron Waterman is from the United States.

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CAREER SUMMARY