Fighter

Erik Koch

"Phoenix"

16-6-0★ 1bonus United States

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Amateur MMA 2-0

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Erik Koch holds a professional MMA record of 16-6-0. Their full professional MMA career spans 22 bouts on record. Erik Koch has won 16 fights: 4 by KO/TKO, 8 by submission, 4 by decision. Of 6 career losses, 2 came by KO/TKO and 0 by submission. In the UFC, Erik Koch lands 2.33 significant strikes per minute with 42% accuracy and averages 1.02 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: July 27, 2019. Tracked organizations: UFC.

Profile

Height: 5'10"178 cm
Weight: 170 lbs77 kg
Reach: 71"180 cm
Stance: Southpaw
DOB: 1988-10-04
Age: 37
Nationality: United States
Birthplace: Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States

Fight DNA

Grappling Specialist

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

Punch power94

Kick power66

Punch speed70

Kick speed59

Accuracy59

Takedowns89

Ground striking96

Submissions94

Chin77

Body strength69

Cardio72

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

By the numbers

UFC careerRecord: 16-6-0 · Source: UFCStats.com

Striking

Strikes landed2.33per min

42% accuracy

Strikes absorbed2.82per min

47% avoided

Grappling

Takedowns landed1.02per 15 min

42% success

Takedowns stuffed81%

Submission attempts1.0per 15 min

Bonus résumé

Erik Koch has won 1 UFC post-fight bonus.

★ KOTN ×1

★ KOTNvs Raphael Assuncao · UFC 128: SHOGUN vs JONESMar 20, 2011

Estimates use each era's real amount: $50,000 from 2012, $100,000 from UFC 324, plus $25,000 finish incentives. 1 pre-2012 award is not priced — amounts varied per event.

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Salary & career earnings

Disclosed purses, reported paydays and our model's estimate of what Erik Koch earns per fight.

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Career history

WIN
vs Kyle Stewart
UFCUFC 240: Holloway vs Edgar· Jul 27, 2019· Welterweight· 15-6 vs 11-2
UD
R3 · 5:00
LOSS
vs King Green
UFCUFC Fight Night: Jacare vs Brunson 2· Jan 28, 2018· Lightweight· 15-5 vs 23-8-1
UD
R3 · 5:00
LOSS
vs Clay Guida
UFCUFC Fight Night: Chiesa vs Lee· Jun 26, 2017· Lightweight· 15-4 vs 32-17
UD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Shane Campbell
UFCUFC Fight Night: Almeida vs Garbrandt· May 30, 2016· Lightweight· 14-4 vs 10-4
SUB
R2 · 3:02
LOSS
vs Daron Cruickshank
UFCUFC Fight Night: Brown vs Silva· May 10, 2014· Lightweight· 14-3 vs 14-4
TKO
R1 · 3:21
WIN
vs Rafaello Oliveira
UFCUFC 170: Rousey vs McMann· Feb 22, 2014· Lightweight· 13-3 vs 16-7
TKO
R1 · 1:24
LOSS
vs Dustin Poirier
UFCUFC 164: Henderson vs Pettis 2· Aug 31, 2013· Featherweight· 13-2 vs 13-3
UD
R3 · 5:00
LOSS
vs Ricardo Lamas
UFCUFC on FOX: Johnson vs Dodson· Jan 26, 2013· Featherweight· 13-1 vs 12-2
TKO
R2 · 2:32
WIN
vs Jonathan Brookins
UFCUFC Fight Night: Shields vs Ellenberger· Sep 17, 2011· Featherweight· 12-1 vs 12-3
UD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Raphael Assuncao
UFCUFC 128: SHOGUN vs JONES· Mar 20, 2011· Featherweight· 11-1 vs 15-3
TKO
R1 · 2:32
KOTN
WIN
vs Francisco Rivera
WEC 52: Faber vs. Mizugaki· Nov 11, 2010· Featherweight· 10-1 vs 5-0
TKO
R1 · 1:36
WIN
vs Bendy Casimir
WEC 49: Varner vs Shalorus· Jun 20, 2010· Featherweight· 9-1 vs 20-6-2
SUB
R1 · 3:01
LOSS
vs Chad Mendes
WEC 47: Bowles vs Cruz· Mar 6, 2010· Featherweight· 9-0 vs 5-0
UD
WIN
vs Jameel Massouh
WEC 45: Cerrone vs Ratcliff· Dec 19, 2009· Featherweight· 8-0 vs 21-6
UD
WIN
vs Will Shutt
Midwest Cage Championship· Apr 17, 2009· 6-0 vs 11-12
SUB
WIN
vs Tom Ahrens
Midwest Cage Championship· Apr 17, 2009· 6-0 vs 9-4
SUB
WIN
vs Joe Pearson
Iowa Regional· Apr 5, 2008· 5-0 vs 26-9-1
SUB
WIN
vs Eric Wisely
Iowa Regional· Oct 20, 2007· 4-0 vs 7-1
DEC
WIN
vs TJ O'Brien
Iowa Regional· Jul 14, 2007· 3-0 vs 2-0
SUB
WIN
vs Tyler Combs
Xtreme Fighting Organization· Jun 2, 2007· 2-0 vs 4-2
TKO
WIN
vs Micah Washington
Iowa Regional· Feb 10, 2007· 1-0 vs 3-1
SUB
WIN
vs Prentiss Wolf
Iowa Regional· Jan 6, 2007· 0-0 vs 1-0
SUB

Career history data via Tapology.

Official UFC Ranking

Erik Koch's standing in the official UFC rankings, tracked since 2013.

Current: Unranked
Peak: #8 Featherweight
First ranked: Feb 4, 2013
Times ranked: 44

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current: 1644▲14
Peak: 1840Sep 17, 2011
Rated fights: 22

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Frequently asked questions

When does Erik Koch fight next?

Erik Koch has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Erik Koch's record?

Erik Koch's professional MMA record is 16-6-0.

Who is Erik Koch fighting next?

Erik Koch's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Erik Koch fight last?

Erik Koch most recently fought Kyle Stewart at UFC 240: Holloway vs Edgar on Saturday, July 27, 2019, WIN (Unanimous Decision).

What weight class does Erik Koch fight in?

Erik Koch fights at Welterweight.

How many knockouts does Erik Koch have?

Erik Koch has 4 wins by KO/TKO and 8 wins by submission.

How many UFC bonuses has Erik Koch won?

Erik Koch has won 1 UFC post-fight bonus: 1× KO of the Night.

How tall is Erik Koch?

Erik Koch is 5'10" (178 cm) tall.

How much does Erik Koch weigh?

Erik Koch weighs 170 lbs (77 kg).

What is Erik Koch's reach?

Erik Koch has a reach of 71" (180 cm).

How old is Erik Koch?

Erik Koch is 37 years old (born Oct 4, 1988).

Where is Erik Koch from?

Erik Koch is from United States.

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