Born
Jun 20, 1976 · age 50
Height
183 cm
Reach
73"
Stance
Orthodox
Weight
249 lb
Division
Team
UFC career stats
Averages from 19 UFC fights. Source: ufcstats.com.
Reach
73"
Stance
Orthodox
Striking
Strikes landed / min 1.95
Strikes absorbed / min 4.38
Striking accuracy 37%
Striking defence 46%
Knockdowns / 15 min 0.60
Grappling
Takedowns / 15 min 1.07
Submissions / 15 min 0.07
Takedown accuracy 30%
Takedown defence 65%
Control time / fight 2:10
Roy Nelson won The Ultimate Fighter: Heavyweights and became a UFC top-10 heavyweight behind his devastating striking and iron chin. "Big Country" notched notable wins over Mirko Cro Cop, Cheick Kongo, and Nogueira during a storied career across multiple promotions.
FAQs
- Which bouts are recorded for Roy Nelson?
- This archive records Roy Nelson at 10-15-0. Wins split: 8 by knockout, 2 by decision. Recorded finish rate: 80% of wins. These are incomplete archive totals, not a full professional record.
- Which weight class is listed for Roy Nelson?
- Roy Nelson is listed in the Heavyweight division. They stand 183 cm.
- Where is Roy Nelson from?
- Roy Nelson is from Las Vegas, Nevada, United States. Born Jun 20, 1976, currently age 50.
- Which gym or team does Roy Nelson train with?
- Roy Nelson trains with Country Club.
Fight history
2020 1 fight
- Loss June 6, 2020 · Bellator MMA · Heavyweight · Decision · unanimous · R3 · 5:00
2019 2 fights
- Loss October 25, 2019 · Bellator MMA · Heavyweight · Decision · unanimous · R3 · 5:00
- Loss February 16, 2019 · Bellator MMA · Heavyweight · Decision · unanimous · R3 · 5:00
2018 2 fights
- Loss October 12, 2018 · Bellator MMA · Heavyweight · KO · punches and knee · R1 · 4:59
- Loss February 16, 2018 · Bellator MMA · Heavyweight · Decision · majority · R3 · 5:00
2017 2 fights
- Win September 23, 2017 · Bellator MMA · Heavyweight · Decision · unanimous · R3 · 5:00
- Loss April 15, 2017 · Ultimate Fighting Championship · Heavyweight · Decision · unanimous · R3 · 5:00
2016 3 fights
- Win September 24, 2016 · Ultimate Fighting Championship · Heavyweight · KO · punches · R2 · 4:10
- Loss July 7, 2016 · Ultimate Fighting Championship · Heavyweight · Decision · split · R3 · 5:00
- Win June 2, 2016 · Ultimate Fighting Championship · Decision · Unanimous · R3 · 05:00
2015 2 fights
- Loss September 26, 2015 · Ultimate Fighting Championship · Decision · Unanimous · R5 · 05:00
- Loss March 14, 2015 · Ultimate Fighting Championship · Decision · Unanimous · R3 · 05:00
2014 2 fights
- Win November 4, 2014 · Ultimate Fighting Championship · KO · Punch · R1 · 03:36
- Loss September 20, 2014 · Ultimate Fighting Championship · KO · Punch · R2 · 03:00
2013 3 fights
- Loss October 19, 2013 · Ultimate Fighting Championship · Decision · Unanimous · R3 · 05:00
- Loss June 15, 2013 · Ultimate Fighting Championship · Decision · Unanimous · R3 · 05:00
- Win April 27, 2013 · Ultimate Fighting Championship · KO · Punches · R1 · 02:02
2012 3 fights
- Win December 15, 2012 · Ultimate Fighting Championship · TKO · Punches · R1 · 02:58
- Win May 26, 2012 · Ultimate Fighting Championship · KO · Punch · R1 · 00:51
- Loss April 2, 2012 · Ultimate Fighting Championship · Decision · Unanimous · R3 · 05:00
2011 2 fights
- Win October 29, 2011 · Ultimate Fighting Championship · TKO · Punches · R3 · 01:30
- Loss May 28, 2011 · Ultimate Fighting Championship · Decision · Unanimous · R3 · 05:00
2010 2 fights
- Loss July 8, 2010 · Ultimate Fighting Championship · Decision · Unanimous · R3 · 05:00
- Win March 31, 2010 · Ultimate Fighting Championship · TKO · Punches · R1 · 00:39
2009 1 fight
- Win May 12, 2009 · Ultimate Fighting Championship · KO · Punch · R1 · 03:45
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