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Cornel Thompson

"The Marine Boxer"
12-4-0NigeriaNigeriaLast 5
Kickboxing 1-0

Last fight: Loss vs Patrick Ocheme · Knockout · Oct 10, 2026

12-4-0 · 2 finishes · Full stats →
LAST FIGHT
LOSSvs Patrick OchemeKO · R1 2:46
PFLPFL Africa: Morocco·October 10, 2026

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CAREER SUMMARY

Cornel Thompson holds a professional MMA record of 12-4-0. Thompson has won 12 fights: 1 by KO/TKO, 1 by submission, 10 by decision. Of 4 career losses, 2 came by KO/TKO and 2 by submission. Thompson also has 1 recorded Kickboxing bout. Most recent fight: October 10, 2026. Tracked organizations: PFL.

Profile

Height
5'8"173 cm
Weight
155 lbs70 kg
Reach
69"175 cm
DOB
Mar 2, 1995
Age
31
Nationality
Nigeria
Birthplace
Ogorobiri, Nigeria

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

BaseBoxing
  • 2026Semifinalist · PFL Africa · Lightweight
  • regional lightweight title

Career stats

Pro MMARecord: 12-4-0 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed2.01per min
61% accuracy
Strikes absorbed2.75per min
28% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed1.83per 15 min
80% success
Takedowns stuffed50%
Submission attempts0.0per 15 min
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Where they rank

All-time boards where Cornel Thompson sits in the top 25.

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Recent & upcoming opponents

Career history

  1. LOSS
    vs Patrick Ocheme
    PFL Africa: Morocco· Oct 10, 2026· Lightweight· 12-4 vs 10-1
    KO
    R1 · 2:46
  2. WIN
    vs Áureo Cruz
    PFL Africa: Nigeria· Jun 13, 2026· Lightweight· 12-3 vs 3-1
    DEC
    R3 · 5:00
  3. WIN
    vs Jean Do Santos
    PFL Africa 4: 2025 Finals· Dec 20, 2025· Lightweight· 11-3 vs 9-2
    DEC
    R3 · 5:00
  4. WIN
    vs Richard Aseidu
    AKO 6: Final Eliminator· Nov 22, 2024· Lightweight· 10-3 vs 2-3
    SUB
    R1 · 4:40
  5. WIN
    vs James Opio
    AKO 5· Aug 31, 2024· Lightweight· 9-3 vs 2-1
    UD
  6. WIN
    vs François Mozou
    AKO 3· Mar 2, 2024· Featherweight· 8-3 vs 2-2
    UD
  7. LOSS
    vs Ananias Mulumba
    AKO 2· Aug 19, 2023· Catchweight· 7-3 vs 6-1
    SUB
    R2 · 1:39
  8. WIN
    vs Billy Nyembo
    Face Off Fight Night 3· Dec 29, 2022· Lightweight· 7-2 vs 4-1
    UD
  9. WIN
    vs Richard Aseidu×1Title bout · Title win #1
    Spirit of the Warrior· Mar 26, 2022· Lightweight· 6-2 vs 0-1
    DQ
  10. WIN
    vs Kingsley Ajunwa
    Face Off Fight Night· Mar 18, 2022· Lightweight· 5-2 vs 0-1
    UD
  11. WIN
    vs Richard Onem
    Face Off Fight Night· Jan 7, 2022· Lightweight· 4-2 vs 0-2
    UD
  12. WIN
    vs Zikpli Adams
    OFU Fight Night 2· Dec 4, 2021· Lightweight· 3-2 vs 3-4
    UD
  13. LOSS
    vs Segun Ogunnoki
    AKO Show: Week 4· Dec 27, 2020· Welterweight· 2-2 vs 3-1
    SUB
  14. LOSS
    vs Daniel Emeka
    AKO Show: Week 3· Dec 20, 2020· Welterweight· 2-1 vs 2-1
    TKO
    R1 · 4:27
  15. WIN
    vs Jibrin Inuwa Baba
    AKO Show: Week 2· Dec 13, 2020· 2-0 vs 0-1
    UD
  16. WIN
    vs Emmanuel Osuji
    AKO Show: Week 1· Nov 22, 2020· 1-0 vs 0-1
    TKO
    R1 · 4:43

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

UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1631▼27
Peak
1658Jun 13, 2026
Rated fights
16
15001600202120222023202420252026Nov 22, 2020 · 1541Dec 13, 2020 · 1565Dec 20, 2020 · 1519Dec 27, 2020 · 1482Dec 4, 2021 · 1510Jan 7, 2022 · 1535Mar 18, 2022 · 1550Mar 26, 2022 · 1568Dec 29, 2022 · 1588Aug 19, 2023 · 1569Mar 2, 2024 · 1584Aug 31, 2024 · 1600Nov 22, 2024 · 1618Dec 20, 2025 · 1641Jun 13, 2026 · 1658Oct 10, 2026 · 16311631

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Frequently asked questions

When does Cornel Thompson fight next?

Cornel Thompson has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Cornel Thompson's record?

Cornel Thompson's professional MMA record is 12-4-0.

Who is Cornel Thompson fighting next?

Cornel Thompson's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Cornel Thompson fight last?

Cornel Thompson most recently fought Patrick Ocheme at PFL Africa: Morocco on Saturday, October 10, 2026, LOSS (Knockout).

What weight class does Cornel Thompson fight in?

Cornel Thompson fights at Lightweight.

How many knockouts does Cornel Thompson have?

Cornel Thompson has 1 win by KO/TKO and 1 win by submission.

How tall is Cornel Thompson?

Cornel Thompson is 5'8" (173 cm) tall.

How much does Cornel Thompson weigh?

Cornel Thompson weighs 155 lbs (70 kg).

What is Cornel Thompson's reach?

Cornel Thompson has a reach of 69" (175 cm).

How old is Cornel Thompson?

Cornel Thompson is 31 years old (born Mar 2, 1995).

Where is Cornel Thompson from?

Cornel Thompson is from Nigeria.

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