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Aaron Simpson

"A-Train"
12-5-0★ 2bonusesUnited StatesUnited StatesLast 5
12-5-0 · 7 finishes · Full stats →
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CAREER SUMMARY

Aaron Simpson holds a professional MMA record of 12-5-0. Aaron Simpson has won 12 fights: 6 by KO/TKO, 1 by submission, 5 by decision. Of 5 career losses, 3 came by KO/TKO and 0 by submission. In the UFC, Aaron Simpson lands 3.60 significant strikes per minute with 52% accuracy and averages 3.78 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: October 5, 2012. Tracked organizations: UFC, WEC.

Profile

Height
6'0"183 cm
Weight
170 lbs77 kg
Reach
73"185 cm
Stance
Orthodox
DOB
1974-07-20
Age
52
Nationality
United States
Birthplace
Gunnison, Colorado, United States

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

  • Power MMA Team · United States

Fight DNA

Grappling Specialist

UFCalendar's style model · Middleweight roster (229 fighters)

PowerSpeedPrecisionDurabilityEngineWrestlingGround
Takedown Machine
98 · top 3% in division
Punch power94
Kick power65
Punch speed76
Kick speed65
Accuracy74
Takedowns98
Ground striking98
Submissions85
Chin89
Body strength91
Cardio81

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

By the numbers

UFC careerRecord: 7-4-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed3.60per min
52% accuracy
Strikes absorbed2.53per min
56% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed3.78per 15 min
34% success
Takedowns stuffed83%
Submission attempts0.5per 15 min
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Where they rank

All-time boards where Aaron Simpson sits in the top 25.

Bonus résumé

Aaron Simpson has won 2 UFC post-fight bonuses.

★ FOTN ×1★ KOTN ×1
  1. ★ FOTNvs Tom Lawlor · UFC Fight Night: Maynard vs DiazJan 11, 2010
  2. ★ KOTNvs Tim McKenzie · UFC Fight Night: Condit vs KampmannApr 1, 2009

Estimates use each era's real amount: $50,000 from 2012, $100,000 from UFC 324, plus $25,000 finish incentives. 2 pre-2012 awards are not priced · amounts varied per event.

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Salary & career earnings

Disclosed purses, reported paydays and what we estimate Aaron Simpson earns per fight.

Aaron Simpson's salary & career earnings →

Career history

  1. LOSS
    vs Josh Burkman
    WSOF 2: Arlovski vs. Johnson· Mar 23, 2013· Welterweight· 12-5 vs 25-9
    TKO
    R1 · 3:04
  2. LOSS
    vs Mike Pierce
    UFCUFC on FX: Browne vs Bigfoot· Oct 5, 2012· Welterweight· 12-4 vs 15-5
    TKO
    R2 · 0:29
  3. WIN
    vs Kenny Robertson
    UFCUFC on FUEL TV: Munoz vs Weidman· Jul 11, 2012· Welterweight· 12-3 vs 11-2
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  4. LOSS
    vs Ronny Markes
    UFCUFC on FUEL TV: Sanchez vs Ellenberger· Feb 15, 2012· Middleweight· 11-3 vs 13-1
    SD
    R3 · 5:00
  5. WIN
    vs Eric Schafer
    UFCUFC 136: EDGAR vs. MAYNARD III· Oct 8, 2011· Middleweight· 11-2 vs 12-6-2
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  6. WIN
    vs Brad Tavares
    UFCUFC 132: Cruz vs Faber· Jul 2, 2011· Middleweight· 10-2 vs 7-1
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  7. WIN
    vs Mario Miranda
    UFCUFC Fight Night: Nogueira vs Davis· Mar 26, 2011· Middleweight· 9-2 vs 10-3
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  8. LOSS
    vs Mark Munoz
    UFCUFC 123: RAMPAGE vs MACHIDA· Nov 20, 2010· Middleweight· 8-2 vs 9-2
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  9. LOSS
    vs Chris Leben
    UFCThe Ultimate Fighter: Team Liddell vs Team Ortiz Finale· Jun 19, 2010· Middleweight· 8-1 vs 18-7
    TKO
    R2 · 4:17
  10. WIN
    vs Tom Lawlor
    UFCUFC Fight Night: Maynard vs Diaz· Jan 11, 2010· Middleweight· 8-0 vs 6-2
    SD
    R3 · 5:00
    FOTN
  11. WIN
    vs Ed Herman
    UFCUFC 102: COUTURE vs NOGUEIRA· Aug 29, 2009· Middleweight· 7-0 vs 15-8
    TKO
    R2 · 0:17
  12. WIN
    vs Tim McKenzie
    UFCUFC Fight Night: Condit vs Kampmann· Apr 1, 2009· Middleweight· 6-0 vs 14-6
    TKO
    R1 · 1:40
    KOTN
  13. WIN
    vs David Avellan
    WECWEC 36: Faber vs. Brown· Nov 5, 2008· Middleweight· 5-0 vs 2-1
    TKO
    R1 · 0:18
  14. WIN
    vs TBA
    Mexico Regional· May 31, 2008· 4-0
    TKO
  15. WIN
    vs TBA
    Tuff-N-Uff· Feb 1, 2008· 3-0
    TKO
  16. WIN
    vs TBA
    Cayman Islands Regional· Oct 5, 2007· 2-0
    TKO
  17. WIN
    vs TBA
    Arizona Regional· Apr 16, 2000· 1-0
    SUB

UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1703▼31
Peak
1766Jul 11, 2012
Rated fights
15
15001600170020092010201120122013Nov 5, 2008 · 1564Apr 1, 2009 · 1679Apr 1, 2009 · 1611Aug 29, 2009 · 1745Jan 11, 2010 · 1762Jun 19, 2010 · 1697Nov 21, 2010 · 1674Mar 26, 2011 · 1716Mar 26, 2011 · 1690Jul 2, 2011 · 1740Oct 9, 2011 · 1757Feb 15, 2012 · 1743Jul 11, 2012 · 1766Oct 5, 2012 · 1734Mar 23, 2013 · 17031703

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Frequently asked questions

When does Aaron Simpson fight next?

Aaron Simpson has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Aaron Simpson's record?

Aaron Simpson's professional MMA record is 12-5-0.

Who is Aaron Simpson fighting next?

Aaron Simpson's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Aaron Simpson fight last?

Aaron Simpson most recently fought Mike Pierce at UFC on FX: Browne vs Bigfoot on Friday, October 5, 2012, LOSS (TKO).

What weight class does Aaron Simpson fight in?

Aaron Simpson fights at Welterweight.

How many knockouts does Aaron Simpson have?

Aaron Simpson has 6 wins by KO/TKO and 1 win by submission.

How many UFC bonuses has Aaron Simpson won?

Aaron Simpson has won 2 UFC post-fight bonuses: 1× Fight of the Night, 1× KO of the Night.

How tall is Aaron Simpson?

Aaron Simpson is 6'0" (183 cm) tall.

How much does Aaron Simpson weigh?

Aaron Simpson weighs 170 lbs (77 kg).

What is Aaron Simpson's reach?

Aaron Simpson has a reach of 73" (185 cm).

How old is Aaron Simpson?

Aaron Simpson is 52 years old (born Jul 20, 1974).

Where is Aaron Simpson from?

Aaron Simpson is from United States.