Fighter

Chris Gruetzemacher

"Gritz"

15-5-0★ 1bonus United States

United StatesLast 5

15-5-0 · 11 finishes · Full stats →

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Chris Gruetzemacher holds a professional MMA record of 15-5-0. Chris Gruetzemacher has 21 professional MMA bouts on record. Chris Gruetzemacher has won 16 fights: 8 by KO/TKO, 3 by submission, 5 by decision. Of 5 career losses, 1 came by KO/TKO and 4 by submission. In the UFC, Chris Gruetzemacher lands 6.18 significant strikes per minute with 57% accuracy and averages 0.21 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: December 4, 2021. Tracked organizations: UFC, STRIKEFORCE.

Profile

Height: 5'8"173 cm
Weight: 155 lbs70 kg
Reach: 68"173 cm
Stance: Orthodox
DOB: 1986-06-16
Age: 40
Nationality: United States
Birthplace: Page, United States

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

American Top Team · United States

Fight DNA

Striking Technician

UFCalendar's style model · Lightweight roster (302 fighters)

Fast Hands

98 · top 3% in division

Granite Base

95 · top 2% in division

Punch power80

Kick power90

Punch speed98

Kick speed94

Accuracy96

Takedowns46

Ground striking80

Submissions42

Chin80

Body strength95

Cardio86

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

By the numbers

UFC careerRecord: 3-4-0 · Source: UFCStats.com

Striking

Strikes landed6.18per min

57% accuracy

Strikes absorbed4.96per min

52% avoided

Grappling

Takedowns landed0.21per 15 min

50% success

Takedowns stuffed65%

Submission attempts0.0per 15 min

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Where they rank

All-time boards where Chris Gruetzemacher sits in the top 25.

All MMA

UFC

Bonus résumé

Chris Gruetzemacher has won 1 UFC post-fight bonus. Estimated bonus earnings: $50,000.

★ POTN ×1

★ POTNvs Joe Lauzon · UFC 223: Khabib vs IaquintaApr 7, 2018

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 Chris Gruetzemacher earns per fight.

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Career history

LOSS
vs Claudio Puelles
UFCUFC Fight Night: Font vs Aldo· Dec 4, 2021· Lightweight· 15-5 vs 11-2
SUB
R3 · 3:25
WIN
vs Rafa Garcia
UFCUFC Fight Night: Hall vs Strickland· Jul 31, 2021· Lightweight· 15-4 vs 12-2
UD
R3 · 5:00
LOSS
vs Alexander Hernandez
UFCUFC Fight Night: Hall vs Silva· Oct 31, 2020· Lightweight· 14-4 vs 12-3
TKO
R1 · 1:46
WIN
vs Joe Lauzon
UFCUFC 223: Khabib vs Iaquinta· Apr 7, 2018· Lightweight· 14-3 vs 27-15
TKO
R2 · 5:00
POTN
LOSS
vs Davi Ramos
UFCUFC Fight Night: Swanson vs Ortega· Dec 9, 2017· Lightweight· 13-3 vs 7-2
SUB
R3 · 0:50
LOSS
vs Chas Skelly
UFCUFC Fight Night: Bermudez vs Korean Zombie· Feb 4, 2017· Featherweight· 13-2 vs 17-2
SUB
R2 · 2:01
WIN
vs Abner Lloveras
UFCThe Ultimate Fighter Finale: Team McGregor vs Teab Faber· Dec 11, 2015· Lightweight· 13-1 vs 19-7-1
UD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs John Gunderson
WSOF 9: Carl vs. Palhares· Mar 29, 2014· Featherweight· 12-1 vs 24-12
UD
WIN
vs Rolando Delgado
ShoFight 20· Jun 16, 2012· Featherweight· 11-1 vs 11-6-1
TKO
R3 · 3:24
WIN
vs Frank Gomez
WMMA 1: McCorkle vs. Heden· Mar 31, 2012· Featherweight· 10-1 vs 10-5
TKO
R1 · 3:25
WIN
vs Randy Campbell
Duel For Domination MMA· Nov 26, 2011· 9-1 vs 0-1
TKO
WIN
vs Jeff Fletcher
Rage in the Cage· Jul 16, 2011· 8-1 vs 6-4
TKO
WIN
vs Gabe Rivas
Rage in the Cage· May 21, 2011· 7-1 vs 13-22-1
SUB
WIN
vs Ryan Diaz
Strikeforce Challengers 10· Aug 14, 2010· 6-1 vs 13-13
TKO
R1 · 3:06
WIN
vs Ryan Diaz
StrikeforceStrikeforce: Challengers 10· Aug 12, 2010· Featherweight
TKO
R1 · 5:00
WIN
vs Nadeem Al-Hassan
Rage in the Cage· Mar 20, 2010· 5-1 vs 0-1
TKO
WIN
vs Eric Regan
Rage in the Cage· Feb 13, 2010· 4-1 vs 12-16
DEC
WIN
vs Oscar Rodriguez
World Fighting Federation· Oct 3, 2009· 3-1 vs 1-3
SUB
WIN
vs Josh Gaskins
Arizona Regional· Apr 11, 2009· 2-1 vs 5-2
DEC
LOSS
vs Joe Cronin
Rage in the Cage· Feb 28, 2009· 1-1 vs 12-9
SUB
WIN
vs Shawn Scott
Arizona Regional· Oct 4, 2008· 1-0 vs 0-1
SUB

UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current: 1568▼14
Peak: 1719Jun 16, 2012
Rated fights: 20

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Frequently asked questions

When does Chris Gruetzemacher fight next?

Chris Gruetzemacher has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Chris Gruetzemacher's record?

Chris Gruetzemacher's professional MMA record is 15-5-0.

Who is Chris Gruetzemacher fighting next?

Chris Gruetzemacher's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Chris Gruetzemacher fight last?

Chris Gruetzemacher most recently fought Claudio Puelles at UFC Fight Night: Font vs Aldo on Saturday, December 4, 2021, LOSS (Submission).

What weight class does Chris Gruetzemacher fight in?

Chris Gruetzemacher fights at Lightweight.

How many knockouts does Chris Gruetzemacher have?

Chris Gruetzemacher has 8 wins by KO/TKO and 3 wins by submission.

How many UFC bonuses has Chris Gruetzemacher won?

Chris Gruetzemacher has won 1 UFC post-fight bonus: 1× Performance of the Night.

How tall is Chris Gruetzemacher?

Chris Gruetzemacher is 5'8" (173 cm) tall.

How much does Chris Gruetzemacher weigh?

Chris Gruetzemacher weighs 155 lbs (70 kg).

What is Chris Gruetzemacher's reach?

Chris Gruetzemacher has a reach of 68" (173 cm).

How old is Chris Gruetzemacher?

Chris Gruetzemacher is 40 years old (born Jun 16, 1986).

Where is Chris Gruetzemacher from?

Chris Gruetzemacher is from United States.

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