MMA Full Contact

Heavyweight

Junior dos Santos

"Cigano"

Cacadores, Santa Catarina, Brazil

22 recorded fights

Recorded bouts
14-8-0

Incomplete archive totals, not a full professional record.

KO
9
SUB
1
DEC
4
Junior dos Santos
Born
Jan 30, 1984 · age 42
Height
193 cm
Reach
77"
Stance
Orthodox
Weight
239 lb
Division
Heavyweight
Team
Champion Team

UFC career stats

Averages from 23 UFC fights. Source: ufcstats.com.

Reach
77"
Stance
Orthodox
Striking
Strikes landed / min 3.82
Strikes absorbed / min 2.84
Striking accuracy 48%
Striking defence 56%
Knockdowns / 15 min 0.72
Grappling
Takedowns / 15 min 0.26
Submissions / 15 min 0.05
Takedown accuracy 50%
Takedown defence 82%
Control time / fight 0:20

Junior dos Santos is a former UFC heavyweight champion whose knockout power has defined his career at the division's highest level. The Brazilian has held titles across multiple combat sports and remains active in heavyweight competition.

FAQs

Which bouts are recorded for Junior dos Santos?
This archive records Junior dos Santos at 14-8-0. Wins split: 9 by knockout, 1 by submission, 4 by decision. Recorded finish rate: 71% of wins. These are incomplete archive totals, not a full professional record.
Which weight class is listed for Junior dos Santos?
Junior dos Santos is listed in the Heavyweight division. They stand 193 cm.
Where is Junior dos Santos from?
Junior dos Santos is from Cacadores, Santa Catarina, Brazil. Born Jan 30, 1984, currently age 42.
Which gym or team does Junior dos Santos train with?
Junior dos Santos trains with Champion Team.

Title fights (0-1)

This archive includes 1 championship bout, with 0 recorded wins for Junior dos Santos.

2017 1 fight

Fight history

Career timeline 2013 → 2020
2020 3 fights
2019 2 fights
2018 2 fights
2017 1 fight
2015 1 fight
2014 1 fight
2013 2 fights
2012 2 fights
2011 2 fights
2010 3 fights
2009 2 fights
2008 1 fight

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