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Erik Silva

"The King"
9-4-0VenezuelaVenezuelaLast 5

Last fight: Loss vs Francis Marshall · Submission · Feb 28, 2026

9-4-0 · 7 finishes · Full stats →
LAST FIGHT
LOSSvs Francis MarshallSUB · R1 2:29
UFCUFC Fight Night: Moreno vs Kavanagh·February 28, 2026

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CAREER SUMMARY

Erik Silva holds a professional MMA record of 9-4-0. Silva has won 9 fights: 3 by KO/TKO, 4 by submission, 2 by decision. Of 4 career losses, 1 came by KO/TKO and 3 by submission. In the UFC, Silva lands 1.54 significant strikes per minute with 67% accuracy and averages 2.66 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: February 28, 2026. Tracked organizations: UFC.

Profile

Height
5'9"175 cm
Weight
145 lbs66 kg
Reach
71"180 cm
Stance
Orthodox
DOB
Mar 16, 1987
Age
39
Nationality
Venezuela
Birthplace
Caracas, Venezuela

Career history

  1. LOSS
    vs Francis Marshall
    UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs Kavanagh· Feb 28, 2026· Featherweight· 9-4 vs 9-3
    SUB
    R1 · 2:29
  2. LOSS
    vs Muhammad Naimov
    UFC Mexico City· Feb 24, 2024· Featherweight· 9-3 vs 11-2
    TKO
    R1 · 0:44
  3. LOSS
    vs TJ Brown
    UFC 282: Błachowicz vs Ankalaev· Dec 10, 2022· Featherweight· 9-2 vs 17-9
    SUB
    R3 · 3:41
  4. WIN
    vs Anvar Boynazarov
    UFC · Dana White's Contender Series 49· Aug 9, 2022· Featherweight· 9-1 vs 3-1
    TKO
    R1 · 1:32
  5. WIN
    vs Edgar Cabello×1Title bout · Title win #1
    Lux Fight League 20· Feb 11, 2022· Featherweight· 8-1 vs 19-7
    SUB
    R1 · 3:50
  6. WIN
    vs Daniel Vega
    Lux Fight League 15· Aug 6, 2021· Lightweight· 7-1 vs 13-6-1
    SUB
    R1 · 2:21
  7. WIN
    vs Erik Radleim
    Lux Fight League 12· Mar 12, 2021· Featherweight· 6-1 vs 6-7
    SUB
    R2 · 1:33
  8. WIN
    vs Ruben Lozano
    Lux Fight League 7· Nov 29, 2019· Featherweight· 5-1 vs 8-4
    SUB
    R1 · 3:05
  9. WIN
    vs Juan Camilo Hernandes
    Center Real Fights· Apr 12, 2019· 4-1 vs 2-5
    TKO
  10. WIN
    vs Carlos Cordoba Fonseca
    CRF 31· Nov 15, 2018· Featherweight· 3-1 vs 0-1
    UD
  11. WIN
    vs Armando Rufino Aguilar Zapata
    Calvo Promotions 12· Dec 6, 2016· 2-1 vs 6-3-1
    UD
  12. LOSS
    vs Jorge Vargas Perez
    Calvo Promotions 10· Jul 2, 2016· 1-1 vs 1-0
    SUB
    R3 · 4:15
  13. WIN
    vs Rodolfo Martinez
    Calvo Promotions 9· Mar 17, 2016· 1-0 vs 0-1
    TKO
    R1 · 4:58

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

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

  • Antonio Silva Martial Arts School

Fight DNA

Grappling Specialist

UFCalendar's style model · Featherweight roster (339 fighters)

PowerSpeedPrecisionDurabilityEngineWrestlingGround
One-Shot Power
97 · top 5% in division
Sniper
99 · best in division
Fast Hands
99 · best in division
Punch power93
Kick power97
Punch speed99
Kick speed98
Accuracy99
Takedowns96
Ground striking97
Submissions42
Chin72
Body strength85
Cardio84

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

By the numbers

Pro MMARecord: 9-4-0 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed2.06per min
68% accuracy
Strikes absorbed1.52per min
40% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed3.25per 15 min
80% success
Takedowns stuffed60%
Submission attempts0.0per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 0-3-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed1.54per min
67% accuracy
Strikes absorbed1.66per min
38% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed2.66per 15 min
75% success
Takedowns stuffed60%
Submission attempts0.0per 15 min
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Salary & career earnings

Disclosed purses, reported paydays and what we estimate Erik Silva earns per fight.

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1564▼27
Peak
1713Aug 9, 2022
Rated fights
13
15001600170020172019202120232025Mar 17, 2016 · 1541Jul 2, 2016 · 1495Dec 6, 2016 · 1530Nov 15, 2018 · 1548Apr 12, 2019 · 1579Nov 29, 2019 · 1624Mar 12, 2021 · 1632Aug 6, 2021 · 1657Feb 11, 2022 · 1685Aug 9, 2022 · 1713Dec 11, 2022 · 1668Feb 25, 2024 · 1630Feb 28, 2026 · 15641564

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Frequently asked questions

When does Erik Silva fight next?

Erik Silva has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Erik Silva's record?

Erik Silva's professional MMA record is 9-4-0.

Who is Erik Silva fighting next?

Erik Silva's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Erik Silva fight last?

Erik Silva most recently fought Francis Marshall at UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs Kavanagh on Saturday, February 28, 2026, LOSS (Submission).

What weight class does Erik Silva fight in?

Erik Silva fights at Featherweight.

How many knockouts does Erik Silva have?

Erik Silva has 3 wins by KO/TKO and 4 wins by submission.

How tall is Erik Silva?

Erik Silva is 5'9" (175 cm) tall.

How much does Erik Silva weigh?

Erik Silva weighs 145 lbs (66 kg).

What is Erik Silva's reach?

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

How old is Erik Silva?

Erik Silva is 39 years old (born Mar 16, 1987).

Where is Erik Silva from?

Erik Silva is from Venezuela.

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