Edson Diniz

12-6-0

BrazilLast 5

Amateur MMA 1-0Grappling 0-2

Last fight: Win vs Francisco Cylderlan · Unanimous Decision · May 1, 2014

LAST FIGHT

WINvs John KellySUB · R1 4:36

BellatorBFC: Bellator Fighting Championships 13·April 8, 2010

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Edson Diniz holds a professional MMA record of 12-6-0. Diniz has won 12 fights: 1 by KO/TKO, 8 by submission, 3 by decision. Of 6 career losses, 3 came by KO/TKO and 0 by submission. Diniz also has 2 recorded Grappling bouts. Most recent fight: April 8, 2010. Tracked organizations: BELLATOR.

Profile

Height: 5'9"175 cm
Weight: 155 lbs70 kg
DOB: Mar 22, 1978
Age: 48
Nationality: Brazil
Birthplace: Brazil

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

American Top Team

Recent & upcoming opponents

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Career history

WIN
vs Francisco Cylderlan
The Hill Fighters 1· May 1, 2014· Lightweight· 12-6 vs 33-16
UD
LOSS
vs Thiago Silva
Golden Fighters 8· Dec 12, 2013· Catchweight· 11-6 vs 12-3-1
TKO
R2 · 1:42
WIN
vs Rafael Ferreira
Goias Regional· Jun 15, 2013· 11-5 vs 3-2
DEC
LOSS
vs Rafael Ferreira
Goias Regional· May 19, 2012· 10-5 vs 2-0
DQ
LOSS
vs Valdir Araujo
Florida Regional· Sep 24, 2010· 10-4 vs 5-1
TKO
WIN
vs John Kelly
BFC: Bellator Fighting Championships 13· Apr 8, 2010· Lightweight· 10-3 vs 4-1
SUB
R1 · 4:36
LOSS
vs James Edson Berto
Real Fighting Championships· Feb 27, 2009· 9-3 vs 15-6-1
DEC
LOSS
vs Nuri Shakir
Absolute Fighting Championship· Feb 18, 2006· 9-2 vs 11-10
TKO
WIN
vs Tomomi Iwama
Absolute Fighting Championship· Jul 31, 2004· 9-1 vs 7-2
DEC
WIN
vs Darrell Smith
Absolute Fighting Championship· May 1, 2004· 8-1 vs 11-13-1
SUB
WIN
vs Hiroki Kotani
Absolute Fighting Championship· Feb 27, 2004· 7-1 vs 2-9-4
SUB
LOSS
vs Nick Agallar
Absolute Fighting Championship· Sep 5, 2003· 6-1 vs 10-2
DEC
WIN
vs Charlie Pearson×1Title bout · Title win #1
UFCF: Summer Slam· Jul 12, 2003· Lightweight· 6-0 vs 11-4-3
SUB
R1 · 4:24
WIN
vs Shaun Gay
Florida Regional· May 10, 2003· 5-0 vs 2-5
SUB
WIN
vs Phil Johns
HOOKnSHOOT: Boot Camp 1.1· Mar 8, 2003· Lightweight· 4-0 vs 24-11
TKO
WIN
vs Billy Mitchell
Florida Regional· Jan 25, 2003· 3-0 vs 0-2
SUB
WIN
vs Anthony Hamlett
World Extreme Fighting· Feb 9, 2002· 2-0 vs 6-5
SUB
WIN
vs Unknown opponent
World Extreme Fighting· Jul 21, 2001· 1-0
SUB

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current: 1548▲21
Peak: 1703Jul 31, 2004
Rated fights: 17

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Frequently asked questions

When does Edson Diniz fight next?

Edson Diniz has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Edson Diniz's record?

Edson Diniz's professional MMA record is 12-6-0.

Who is Edson Diniz fighting next?

Edson Diniz's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Edson Diniz fight last?

Edson Diniz most recently fought John Kelly at BFC: Bellator Fighting Championships 13 on Thursday, April 8, 2010, WIN (Submission).

What weight class does Edson Diniz fight in?

Edson Diniz fights at Lightweight.

How many knockouts does Edson Diniz have?

Edson Diniz has 1 win by KO/TKO and 8 wins by submission.

How tall is Edson Diniz?

Edson Diniz is 5'9" (175 cm) tall.

How much does Edson Diniz weigh?

Edson Diniz weighs 155 lbs (70 kg).

How old is Edson Diniz?

Edson Diniz is 48 years old (born Mar 22, 1978).

Where is Edson Diniz from?

Edson Diniz is from Brazil.

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