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Brian Kelleher

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24-16-0★ 5bonusesUnited StatesUnited StatesLast 5
Amateur MMA 4-3

Last fight: Loss vs Cody Gibson · Submission · Jul 20, 2024

24-16-0 · 18 finishes · Full stats →
LAST FIGHT
LOSSvs Cody GibsonSUB · R1 3:58
UFCUFC Fight Night: Lemos vs Jandiroba·July 20, 2024

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CAREER SUMMARY

Brian Kelleher holds a professional MMA record of 24-16-0. Kelleher has won 24 fights: 8 by KO/TKO, 10 by submission, 6 by decision. Of 16 career losses, 2 came by KO/TKO and 9 by submission. In the UFC, Kelleher lands 3.31 significant strikes per minute with 41% accuracy and averages 1.68 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: July 20, 2024. Tracked organizations: UFC, BELLATOR.

Profile

Height
5'6"168 cm
Weight
135 lbs61 kg
Reach
66"168 cm
Stance
Switch
DOB
Aug 19, 1986
Age
40
Nationality
United States
Birthplace
Oceanside, New York, United States

Career history

  1. WIN
    vs Julio Arce×1Title bout · Title win #1
    Ring of Combat 54· Mar 4, 2016· Bantamweight· 16-7 vs 8-2
    SUB
    R3 · 0:18
  2. WIN
    vs Josh Robinson
    Ring of Combat 53· Nov 20, 2015· Bantamweight· 15-7 vs 12-11
    TKO
    R3 · 0:24
  3. WIN
    Ring of Combat 52· Sep 25, 2015· Bantamweight· 14-7 vs 8-1
    MD
  4. WIN
    CFFC 49: Honorio vs. de Sa· Jun 6, 2015· Catchweight· 13-7 vs 14-15
    SUB
    R1 · 4:49
  5. WIN
    CES 28: Hawn vs. Loffer· Mar 13, 2015· Bantamweight· 12-7 vs 8-3
    UD
  6. WIN
    vs Mark Cherico
    Pinnacle FC 9· Nov 26, 2014· Catchweight· 11-7 vs 7-1
    SUB
    R1 · 0:37
  7. LOSS
    vs Andy Main
    CFFC 34: Santella vs. Honstein· Apr 19, 2014· Featherweight· 10-7 vs 8-1-1
    SUB
    R1 · 1:26
  8. WIN
    vs Lester Caslow
    CFFC 31: Heckman vs. Lentz· Feb 8, 2014· Featherweight· 10-6 vs 11-9
    SUB
    R2 · 1:34
  9. LOSS
    vs Jeff Smith
    CFFC 29: Smith Vs. Kelleher· Nov 1, 2013· Catchweight· 9-6 vs 11-2
    SUB
    R2 · 4:39
  10. LOSS
    vs Scott Heckman
    CFFC 27: Heckman vs. Kelleher· Sep 21, 2013· 9-5 vs 16-4
    UD
  11. WIN
    vs Tyler Kahihikolo
    Coalition of Combat· Dec 1, 2012· 9-3 vs 7-12
    DEC
  12. WIN
    vs Bill Jones
    WCMMA 1: Portugal vs. USA· Sep 15, 2012· Featherweight· 8-3 vs 11-7
    TKO
    R1 · 0:10
  13. WIN
    vs Ryan Vaccaro
    Rock Out Knock Out· Jun 2, 2012· Featherweight· 7-3 vs 6-4
    TKO
    R2 · 0:56
  14. WIN
    vs Raphael Chavez
    CFFC 14· Apr 14, 2012· Featherweight· 6-3 vs 3-1
    TKO
    R2 · 3:41
  15. WIN
    vs Josh Parker
    NEF 1: Sanders vs. Keefe· Feb 11, 2012· Featherweight· 5-3 vs 2-4
    SUB
    R1 · 4:31
  16. LOSS
    vs Artur Rofi
    CFFC 12: Pollard vs Soto· Dec 10, 2011· Featherweight· 4-3 vs 4-0
    SUB
    R1 · 4:57
  17. WIN
    vs Michael LaDuke
    Ring of Combat 37· Sep 9, 2011· Bantamweight· 4-1 vs 2-3
    TKO
    R3 · 3:14
  18. WIN
    vs Manny Millan
    Xtreme Fight Events Cage Wars· Jul 29, 2011· 3-1 vs 0-2
    SUB
  19. WIN
    vs Siyam Yousefi
    CFFC 8 : Seek and Destroy· May 20, 2011· Bantamweight· 2-1 vs 2-2
    SUB
    R1 · 2:41
  20. WIN
    vs Nate Ainsworth
    Combat Zone 37· Apr 29, 2011· Featherweight· 1-1 vs 0-2
    TKO
    R1 · 0:23
  21. LOSS
    vs Dan Cion
    Xtreme Fight Events Cage Wars· Mar 10, 2011· 0-1 vs 2-0
    SUB

Title bout· ×N = title win number N in that promotion

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

BaseBJJ
  • 2015Ring of Combat Bantamweight Championship · Ring of Combat
  • 2012WCMMA Featherweight Championship · WCMMA
  • 2007Started in MMA
  • Brown belt · BJJ · Steve Kasten

Camp

  • Long Island MMA · West Babylon, New York, United States
  • 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu Long Island · BJJ · Hauppauge, New York, United States
  • Maxum BJJ · BJJ · Bohemia, New York, United States Former

Coaches

  • Steve Kasten · Grappling coach

Fight DNA

Grappling Specialist

UFCalendar's style model · Bantamweight roster (343 fighters)

PowerSpeedPrecisionDurabilityEngineWrestlingGround
Punch power89
Kick power70
Punch speed79
Kick speed72
Accuracy71
Takedowns92
Ground striking87
Submissions94
Chin84
Body strength72
Cardio87

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

By the numbers

Pro MMARecord: 24-16-0 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed3.31per min
41% accuracy
Strikes absorbed4.59per min
55% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed1.68per 15 min
42% success
Takedowns stuffed60%
Submission attempts0.7per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 8-9-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed3.31per min
41% accuracy
Strikes absorbed4.59per min
55% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed1.68per 15 min
42% success
Takedowns stuffed60%
Submission attempts0.7per 15 min
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Where they rank

All-time boards where Brian Kelleher sits in the top 25.

Bonus résumé

Brian Kelleher has won 5 UFC post-fight bonuses. Estimated bonus earnings: $250,000.

★ Fight of the Night ×2★ Performance of the Night ×3
  1. ★ POTNvs Ray Rodriguez · UFC Fight Night: Overeem vs SakaiSep 5, 2020
  2. ★ FOTNvs Hunter Azure · UFC Fight Night: Smith vs TeixeiraMay 13, 2020
  3. ★ POTNvs Ode Osbourne · UFC 246: McGregor vs CowboyJan 18, 2020
  4. ★ FOTNvs Damian Stasiak · UFC Fight Night: Cerrone vs TillOct 21, 2017
  5. ★ POTNvs Iuri Alcantara · UFC 212: Aldo vs HollowayJun 2, 2017

Estimates use each era's real amount: $50,000 from 2012, $100,000 from UFC 324, plus $25,000 finish incentives.

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Salary & career earnings

Disclosed purses, reported paydays and what we estimate Brian Kelleher earns per fight.

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Official UFC Ranking

Brian Kelleher's standing in the official UFC rankings, tracked since 2013.

Current
Unranked
Peak
#15 Bantamweight
First ranked
Feb 26, 2018
Times ranked
1

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1635▼19
Peak
1722Jan 16, 2022
Rated fights
40
15001600170020122015201820212024Mar 10, 2011 · 1462Apr 29, 2011 · 1503May 20, 2011 · 1554Jul 29, 2011 · 1585Sep 9, 2011 · 1614Oct 15, 2011 · 1576Dec 10, 2011 · 1550Feb 11, 2012 · 1571Apr 14, 2012 · 1601Jun 2, 2012 · 1621Sep 15, 2012 · 1643Dec 1, 2012 · 1654Apr 4, 2013 · 1636Sep 21, 2013 · 1622Nov 1, 2013 · 1600Feb 8, 2014 · 1629Apr 19, 2014 · 1600Nov 26, 2014 · 1631Mar 13, 2015 · 1640Jun 6, 2015 · 1648Sep 25, 2015 · 1657Nov 20, 2015 · 1665Mar 4, 2016 · 1681Jun 3, 2017 · 1689Jul 23, 2017 · 1674Oct 21, 2017 · 1691Feb 24, 2018 · 1707May 13, 2018 · 1694Dec 30, 2018 · 1679Jan 19, 2020 · 1690May 14, 2020 · 1709Jun 7, 2020 · 1700Sep 5, 2020 · 1714Feb 14, 2021 · 1705Aug 22, 2021 · 1712Jan 16, 2022 · 1722Mar 6, 2022 · 1711Jun 26, 2022 · 1695Dec 17, 2023 · 1654Jul 21, 2024 · 16351635

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Frequently asked questions

When does Brian Kelleher fight next?

Brian Kelleher has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Brian Kelleher's record?

Brian Kelleher's professional MMA record is 24-16-0.

Who is Brian Kelleher fighting next?

Brian Kelleher's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Brian Kelleher fight last?

Brian Kelleher most recently fought Cody Gibson at UFC Fight Night: Lemos vs Jandiroba on Saturday, July 20, 2024, LOSS (Submission).

What weight class does Brian Kelleher fight in?

Brian Kelleher fights at Bantamweight.

How many knockouts does Brian Kelleher have?

Brian Kelleher has 8 wins by KO/TKO and 10 wins by submission.

How many UFC bonuses has Brian Kelleher won?

Brian Kelleher has won 5 UFC post-fight bonuses: 2× Fight of the Night, 3× Performance of the Night.

How tall is Brian Kelleher?

Brian Kelleher is 5'6" (168 cm) tall.

How much does Brian Kelleher weigh?

Brian Kelleher weighs 135 lbs (61 kg).

What is Brian Kelleher's reach?

Brian Kelleher has a reach of 66" (168 cm).

How old is Brian Kelleher?

Brian Kelleher is 40 years old (born Aug 19, 1986).

Where is Brian Kelleher from?

Brian Kelleher is from the United States.

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