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Tony DeSouza

"The Peruvian Savage"
11-4-0PeruPeruLast 5
Grappling 0-1

Last fight: Win vs Luis Perrogon · Submission · Dec 13, 2012

11-4-0 · 8 finishes · Full stats →
LAST FIGHT
LOSSvs Roan CarneiroTKO · R2 3:33
UFCUFC 79: NEMESIS·December 29, 2007

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CAREER SUMMARY

Tony DeSouza holds a professional MMA record of 11-4-0. DeSouza has won 11 fights: 1 by KO/TKO, 7 by submission, 3 by decision. Of 4 career losses, 4 came by KO/TKO and 0 by submission. In the UFC, DeSouza lands 1.12 significant strikes per minute with 52% accuracy and averages 2.25 takedowns per 15 minutes. DeSouza also has 1 recorded Grappling bout. Most recent fight: December 29, 2007. Tracked organizations: UFC.

Profile

Height
6'0"183 cm
Weight
170 lbs77 kg
Reach
70"178 cm
Stance
Southpaw
DOB
Jul 26, 1974
Age
52
Nationality
Peru
Birthplace
Peru

Career history

  1. WIN
    vs Luis Perrogon
    Bolivia Regional· Dec 13, 2012· 11-4 vs 1-1
    SUB
  2. LOSS
    vs Roan Carneiro
    UFC 79: NEMESIS· Dec 29, 2007· Welterweight· 10-4 vs 12-6
    TKO
    R2 · 3:33
  3. LOSS
    vs Thiago Alves
    UFC 66: Liddell vs Ortiz 2· Dec 30, 2006· Welterweight· 10-3 vs 12-5
    TKO
    R2 · 1:10
  4. WIN
    vs Dustin Hazelett
    UFC · Ortiz vs Shamrock 3: The Final Chapter· Oct 10, 2006· Welterweight· 10-2 vs 7-3
    SUB
    R1 · 3:59
  5. WIN
    vs Fabricio Monteiro
    Rio de Janeiro Regional· May 20, 2006· 9-2 vs 11-4
    DEC
  6. WIN
    vs Vitelmo Kubis Bandeira
    Jungle Fight· Apr 29, 2006· 8-2 vs 6-3-1
    SUB
  7. LOSS
    vs Unknown opponent
    Peru Regional· Apr 15, 2005· 7-2
    TKO
  8. WIN
    vs Carlos De Lima
    Jungle Fight· Oct 23, 2004· 7-1 vs 3-2
    SUB
  9. WIN
    vs Luiz Azeredo
    Meca World Vale Tudo· Jun 5, 2004· 6-1 vs 5-3
    DEC
  10. WIN
    vs Chatt Lavender
    Nevada Regional· Nov 3, 2001· 5-1 vs 5-2
    TKO
  11. LOSS
    vs Jutaro Nakao
    UFC 33: Victory In Vegas· Sep 28, 2001· Welterweight· 4-1 vs 11-7-2
    TKO
    R2 · 0:15
  12. WIN
    vs Paul Rodriguez
    UFC 32: Showdown In The Meadowlands· Jun 29, 2001· Welterweight· 4-0 vs 6-4-1
    SUB
    R1 · 1:05
  13. WIN
    vs Steve Berger
    UFC 31: Locked & Loaded· May 4, 2001· Welterweight· 3-0 vs 13-6-2
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  14. WIN
    vs Unknown opponent
    Gladiator Challenge· Dec 9, 2000· 2-0
    SUB
  15. WIN
    vs Ben Melendez
    California Regional· Aug 26, 2000· 1-0 vs 0-1
    SUB

Fight DNA

Submission Ace

UFCalendar's style model · Welterweight roster (398 fighters)

PowerSpeedPrecisionDurabilityEngineWrestlingGround
Submission Threat
98 · top 2% in division
Punch power80
Kick power49
Punch speed46
Kick speed46
Accuracy46
Takedowns95
Ground striking97
Submissions98
Chin71
Body strength74
Cardio75

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

By the numbers

Pro MMARecord: 11-4-0 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed1.12per min
52% accuracy
Strikes absorbed1.57per min
42% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed2.25per 15 min
43% success
Takedowns stuffed40%
Submission attempts1.5per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 3-3-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed1.12per min
52% accuracy
Strikes absorbed1.57per min
42% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed2.25per 15 min
43% success
Takedowns stuffed40%
Submission attempts1.5per 15 min
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Where they rank

All-time boards where Tony DeSouza sits in the top 25.

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1577▲20
Peak
1682Oct 10, 2006
Rated fights
13
150016001700200120032005200720092011Aug 26, 2000 · 1541May 4, 2001 · 1593Jun 29, 2001 · 1657Sep 28, 2001 · 1594Nov 3, 2001 · 1641Jun 5, 2004 · 1604Oct 23, 2004 · 1624Apr 29, 2006 · 1636May 20, 2006 · 1649Oct 10, 2006 · 1682Dec 30, 2006 · 1649Dec 29, 2007 · 1614Dec 13, 2012 · 15771577

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Frequently asked questions

When does Tony DeSouza fight next?

Tony DeSouza has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Tony DeSouza's record?

Tony DeSouza's professional MMA record is 11-4-0.

Who is Tony DeSouza fighting next?

Tony DeSouza's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Tony DeSouza fight last?

Tony DeSouza most recently fought Roan Carneiro at UFC 79: NEMESIS on Saturday, December 29, 2007, LOSS (TKO).

What weight class does Tony DeSouza fight in?

Tony DeSouza fights at Welterweight.

How many knockouts does Tony DeSouza have?

Tony DeSouza has 1 win by KO/TKO and 7 wins by submission.

How tall is Tony DeSouza?

Tony DeSouza is 6'0" (183 cm) tall.

How much does Tony DeSouza weigh?

Tony DeSouza weighs 170 lbs (77 kg).

What is Tony DeSouza's reach?

Tony DeSouza has a reach of 70" (178 cm).

How old is Tony DeSouza?

Tony DeSouza is 52 years old (born Jul 26, 1974).

Where is Tony DeSouza from?

Tony DeSouza is from Peru.

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