Walel Watson
Last fight: Loss vs Tariq Ismail · TKO · Jun 3, 2023
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CAREER SUMMARY
Walel Watson holds a professional MMA record of 15-15-0. Watson has won 15 fights: 3 by KO/TKO, 12 by submission, 0 by decision. Of 15 career losses, 5 came by KO/TKO and 7 by submission. In the UFC, Watson lands 2.10 significant strikes per minute with 29% accuracy and averages 0.00 takedowns per 15 minutes. Watson also has 2 recorded Bare-Knuckle Boxing bouts. Most recent fight: March 18, 2017. Tracked organizations: BRAVE CF, UFC.
Profile
- Height
- 5'11"180 cm
- Weight
- 135 lbs61 kg
- Reach
- 75"191 cm
- Stance
- Orthodox
- DOB
- Jul 16, 1984
- Age
- 42
- Nationality
- United States
- Birthplace
- El Paso, Texas, United States
Career history
- LOSSvs Tariq IsmailDurham Fight Series 1· Jun 3, 2023· Bantamweight· 15-15 vs 7-1TKOR2 · 1:44
- LOSSvs Serhiy SideyBTC 19: Fight Night Kingston· Mar 18, 2023· Bantamweight· 15-14 vs 8-1TKOR1 · 3:05
- WINvs Marvin GarciaLXF 8: The Return· Jan 14, 2023· Featherweight· 15-13 vs 12-5SUBR1 · 0:53
- LOSSvs Kyle ReyesFinal Fight Championship 35· Apr 19, 2019· Featherweight· 14-13 vs 14-6SUBR1 · 2:00
- LOSSvs Ricky PalaciosLiddell vs. Ortiz 3· Nov 24, 2018· Catchweight· 14-12 vs 11-1TKOR1 · 3:56
- LOSSvs Fard MuhammadSMASH Global 6· Sep 28, 2017· Bantamweight· 14-11 vs 5-7SUBR2 · 3:30
- WINvs Miguelito MartiGladiator Challenge· Jun 17, 2017· Bantamweight· 14-10 vs 1-32SUBR1 · 0:39
- LOSSBrave CF 3· Mar 18, 2017· Catchweight· 13-10 vs 12-2TKOR2 · 2:10
- LOSSBrave CF 2: Dynasty· Dec 2, 2016· Featherweight· 13-9 vs 13-4SUBR1 · 1:47
- LOSSvs Brett JohnsTitan FC 33· Mar 20, 2015· Bantamweight· 13-8 vs 11-0SUBR2 · 3:06
- WINvs Anthony GutierrezTitan FC 30· Sep 26, 2014· Bantamweight· 13-7 vs 5-1SUBR1 · 3:02
- WINvs William JoplinTitan FC 28· May 16, 2014· Bantamweight· 12-7 vs 9-9SUBR3 · 2:29
- LOSSvs Rodrigo AlmeidaCombat Zone 46· Nov 22, 2013· Catchweight· 11-7 vs 11-2UD
- LOSSCage 23· Sep 21, 2013· Featherweight· 11-6 vs 20-5-1SUBR2 · 2:52
- WINvs Joey ApodacaXFS: Vengeance· Jan 19, 2013· 11-5 vs 0-5SUBR1 · 0:17
- WINvs Anthony MooreXFS: Damage· Nov 17, 2012· 10-5 vs 0-10TKOR1 · 1:22
- LOSSvs Mitch GagnonUFC 152: Jones vs Belfort· Sep 22, 2012· Bantamweight· 9-5 vs 9-2SUBR1 · 1:09
- LOSSvs TJ DillashawUFC on FUEL TV: Sanchez vs Ellenberger· Feb 15, 2012· Bantamweight· 9-4 vs 5-1UDR3 · 5:00
- LOSSvs Yves JabouinUFC 140: Jones vs Machida· Dec 10, 2011· Bantamweight· 9-3 vs 17-7SDR3 · 5:00
- WINvs Joseph SandovalUFC Live: Cruz vs Johnson· Oct 1, 2011· Bantamweight· 9-2 vs 6-1TKOR1 · 1:17
- WINvs Ismael Leon×1Title bout · Title win #1UWC 10: To The Edge· Jun 25, 2011· Bantamweight· 8-2 vs 9-2SUBR1 · 4:58
- LOSSvs Cody GibsonTachi PF 9: The Contenders· May 6, 2011· Bantamweight· 7-2 vs 5-1TKOR2 · 4:09
- WINvs Cristian JimenezMexico Regional· Dec 3, 2010· 7-1 vs 3-6SUB
- WINvs Manuel Ramos GallaretaUWC 8: Mexican Championships· Oct 16, 2010· Featherweight· 6-1 vs 5-8SUBR1 · 0:43
- WINvs Joe GustinaMexico Regional· Jul 17, 2010· 5-1 vs 3-2SUB
- WINvs Cristian JimenezUWC 7: Evolution· Jun 26, 2010· Bantamweight· 4-1 vs 3-3SUBR2 · 2:26
- WINvs Unknown opponentCalifornia Regional· Mar 27, 2010· 3-1TKO
- WINvs Kisack MonroyUWC 4: Renacimiento· Nov 28, 2009· Bantamweight· 2-1 vs 4-3SUBR1 · 2:12
- WINvs Unknown opponentGladiator Challenge· Nov 8, 2009· 1-1SUB
- LOSSvs Enrique CuellarMMA Xtreme· Aug 15, 2008· 0-1 vs 6-3SUB
Title bout· ×N = title win number N in that promotion
- LOSSvs Brandon BirrBYB 11: Brawl in Doral· Aug 27, 2022· 0-2TKOR2 · 1:02
- LOSSvs Alberto Martinez Jr.BYB 6: The Trigon· Jul 16, 2021· 0-1TKOR1 · 2:21
Background
Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp
Camp
- Team Bodyshop
Fight DNA
Knockout ArtistUFCalendar's style model · Featherweight roster (339 fighters)
Attributes are rated 0-100 by UFCalendar's style model.
By the numbers
Where they rank
All-time boards where Walel Watson sits in the top 25.
Related fighters
Recent & upcoming opponents
Salary & career earnings
Disclosed purses, reported paydays and what we estimate Walel Watson earns per fight.
UFCalendar Power Index rating
- Current
- 1520▼9
- Peak
- 1673Oct 1, 2011
- Rated fights
- 28
Frequently asked questions
When does Walel Watson fight next?
Walel Watson has no confirmed upcoming fight.
What is Walel Watson's record?
Walel Watson's professional MMA record is 15-15-0.
Who is Walel Watson fighting next?
Walel Watson's next opponent has not been announced.
Who did Walel Watson fight last?
Walel Watson most recently fought Felipe Efrain at Brave CF 3 on Saturday, March 18, 2017, LOSS (TKO).
What weight class does Walel Watson fight in?
Walel Watson fights at Featherweight.
How many knockouts does Walel Watson have?
Walel Watson has 3 wins by KO/TKO and 12 wins by submission.
How tall is Walel Watson?
Walel Watson is 5'11" (180 cm) tall.
How much does Walel Watson weigh?
Walel Watson weighs 135 lbs (61 kg).
What is Walel Watson's reach?
Walel Watson has a reach of 75" (191 cm).
How old is Walel Watson?
Walel Watson is 42 years old (born Jul 16, 1984).
Where is Walel Watson from?
Walel Watson is from the United States.
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