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Teemu Packalen

"Pacu"
8-3-0★ 1bonusFinlandFinlandLast 5
Amateur MMA 7-1

Last fight: Loss vs Ottman Azaitar · TKO · Sep 7, 2019

8-3-0 · 8 finishes · Full stats →
LAST FIGHT
LOSSvs Ottman AzaitarTKO · R1 3:33
UFCUFC 242: Khabib vs Poirier·September 7, 2019

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CAREER SUMMARY

Teemu Packalen holds a professional MMA record of 8-3-0. Packalen has won 8 fights: 2 by KO/TKO, 6 by submission, 0 by decision. Of 3 career losses, 2 came by KO/TKO and 0 by submission. In the UFC, Packalen lands 2.57 significant strikes per minute with 54% accuracy and averages 2.31 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: September 7, 2019. Tracked organizations: UFC.

Profile

Height
6'1"185 cm
Weight
155 lbs70 kg
Reach
75"191 cm
Stance
Orthodox
DOB
May 22, 1987
Age
39
Nationality
Finland
Birthplace
Turku, Finland

Career history

  1. LOSS
    vs Ottman Azaitar
    UFC 242: Khabib vs Poirier· Sep 7, 2019· Lightweight· 8-3 vs 12-0
    TKO
    R1 · 3:33
  2. LOSS
    vs Marc Diakiese
    UFC Fight Night: Manuwa vs Anderson· Mar 18, 2017· Lightweight· 8-2 vs 12-0
    TKO
    R1 · 0:30
  3. WIN
    vs Thibault Gouti
    UFC Fight Night: Silva vs Bisping· Feb 27, 2016· Lightweight· 8-1 vs 11-1
    SUB
    R1 · 0:24
    POTN
  4. LOSS
    vs Mickael Lebout
    UFC Fight Night: Bisping vs Leites· Jul 18, 2015· Lightweight· 7-1 vs 14-4-2
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  5. WIN
    vs Suleiman Bouhata
    FNF 9: Turku Fight Night· Apr 25, 2015· Lightweight· 7-0 vs 9-6
    SUB
    R1 · 0:23
  6. WIN
    vs Hyram Rodriguez
    Cage 27· Nov 8, 2014· Lightweight· 6-0 vs 13-13
    SUB
    R2 · 1:57
  7. WIN
    vs Sebastian Fournier
    Cage 26· Apr 5, 2014· Lightweight· 5-0 vs 8-5
    TKO
    R1 · 1:55
  8. WIN
    vs Damien Lapilus
    Cage 24· Nov 9, 2013· Lightweight· 4-0 vs 5-3
    SUB
    R1 · 2:44
  9. WIN
    vs Grzegorz Sajbor
    StandUpWar 4· Aug 24, 2013· Lightweight· 3-0 vs 2-1
    SUB
    R1 · 1:58
  10. WIN
    vs Konstantinos Persson
    Finland Regional· Apr 6, 2013· 2-0 vs 0-1
    SUB
  11. WIN
    vs Grzegorz Szulakowski
    StandUpWar· Oct 27, 2012· 1-0 vs 1-1
    TKO

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

  • Finnfighters Gym

Fight DNA

Submission Ace

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

PowerSpeedPrecisionDurabilityEngineWrestlingGround
Submission Threat
99 · best in division
Punch power96
Kick power89
Punch speed78
Kick speed56
Accuracy67
Takedowns96
Ground striking95
Submissions99
Chin70
Body strength80
Cardio78

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

By the numbers

Pro MMARecord: 8-3-0 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed2.57per min
54% accuracy
Strikes absorbed3.91per min
48% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed2.31per 15 min
25% success
Takedowns stuffed100%
Submission attempts1.5per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 1-3-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed2.57per min
54% accuracy
Strikes absorbed3.91per min
48% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed2.31per 15 min
25% success
Takedowns stuffed100%
Submission attempts1.5per 15 min
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Where they rank

All-time boards where Teemu Packalen sits in the top 25.

Bonus résumé

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

★ Performance of the Night ×1
  1. ★ POTNvs Thibault Gouti · UFC Fight Night: Silva vs BispingFeb 27, 2016

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 Teemu Packalen earns per fight.

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1589▼19
Peak
1727Feb 27, 2016
Rated fights
11
1500160017002013201520172019Oct 27, 2012 · 1541Apr 6, 2013 · 1576Aug 24, 2013 · 1617Nov 9, 2013 · 1648Apr 5, 2014 · 1673Nov 8, 2014 · 1696Apr 25, 2015 · 1713Jul 18, 2015 · 1687Feb 27, 2016 · 1727Mar 18, 2017 · 1694Sep 7, 2019 · 15891589

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Frequently asked questions

When does Teemu Packalen fight next?

Teemu Packalen has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Teemu Packalen's record?

Teemu Packalen's professional MMA record is 8-3-0.

Who is Teemu Packalen fighting next?

Teemu Packalen's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Teemu Packalen fight last?

Teemu Packalen most recently fought Ottman Azaitar at UFC 242: Khabib vs Poirier on Saturday, September 7, 2019, LOSS (TKO).

What weight class does Teemu Packalen fight in?

Teemu Packalen fights at Lightweight.

How many knockouts does Teemu Packalen have?

Teemu Packalen has 2 wins by KO/TKO and 6 wins by submission.

How many UFC bonuses has Teemu Packalen won?

Teemu Packalen has won 1 UFC post-fight bonus: 1× Performance of the Night.

How tall is Teemu Packalen?

Teemu Packalen is 6'1" (185 cm) tall.

How much does Teemu Packalen weigh?

Teemu Packalen weighs 155 lbs (70 kg).

What is Teemu Packalen's reach?

Teemu Packalen has a reach of 75" (191 cm).

How old is Teemu Packalen?

Teemu Packalen is 39 years old (born May 22, 1987).

Where is Teemu Packalen from?

Teemu Packalen is from Finland.

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