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James Wilks

"Lightning"
7-4-0Last 5
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CAREER SUMMARY

James Wilks holds a professional MMA record of 7-4-0. James Wilks has won 2 fights: 0 by KO/TKO, 1 by submission, 1 by decision. Of 2 career losses, 1 came by KO/TKO and 0 by submission. In the UFC, James Wilks lands 1.82 significant strikes per minute with 45% accuracy and averages 1.27 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: October 16, 2010. Tracked organizations: UFC.

Profile

Height
6'1"185 cm
Weight
170 lbs77 kg
Reach
75"191 cm
Stance
Orthodox
DOB
1978-05-04
Age
48

Fight DNA

Submission Ace

UFCalendar's style model · Welterweight roster (258 fighters)

PowerSpeedPrecisionDurabilityEngineWrestlingGround
Submission Threat
99 · best in division
Punch power62
Kick power53
Punch speed47
Kick speed52
Accuracy51
Takedowns94
Ground striking95
Submissions99
Chin71
Body strength68
Cardio75

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

By the numbers

UFC careerRecord: 7-4-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed1.82per min
45% accuracy
Strikes absorbed2.03per min
50% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed1.27per 15 min
22% success
Takedowns stuffed66%
Submission attempts3.8per 15 min

Salary & career earnings

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

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Career history

  1. LOSS
    vs Claude Patrick
    UFCUFC 120: Bisping vs Akiyama· Oct 16, 2010· Welterweight
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  2. WIN
    vs Peter Sobotta
    UFCUFC 115: Liddell vs Franklin· Jun 12, 2010· Welterweight
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  3. LOSS
    vs Matt Brown
    UFCUFC 105: Couture vs Vera· Nov 14, 2009· Welterweight
    TKO
    R3 · 2:27
  4. WIN
    vs DaMarques Johnson×1Title bout · Title win #1
    UFCThe Ultimate Fighter: United States vs. United Kingdom Finale· Jun 20, 2009· Ultimate Fighter 9 Welterweight
    SUB
    R1 · 4:54

Career history data via Tapology.

UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1588▼24
Peak
1614Jun 20, 2009
Rated fights
4
1500155016002010Jun 20, 2009 · 1614Nov 14, 2009 · 1565Jun 12, 2010 · 1612Oct 16, 2010 · 15881588

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Frequently asked questions

When does James Wilks fight next?

James Wilks has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is James Wilks's record?

James Wilks's professional MMA record is 7-4-0.

Who is James Wilks fighting next?

James Wilks's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did James Wilks fight last?

James Wilks most recently fought Claude Patrick at UFC 120: Bisping vs Akiyama on Saturday, October 16, 2010, LOSS (Unanimous Decision).

What weight class does James Wilks fight in?

James Wilks fights at Welterweight.

How many knockouts does James Wilks have?

James Wilks has 0 wins by KO/TKO and 1 win by submission.

How tall is James Wilks?

James Wilks is 6'1" (185 cm) tall.

How much does James Wilks weigh?

James Wilks weighs 170 lbs (77 kg).

What is James Wilks's reach?

James Wilks has a reach of 75" (191 cm).

How old is James Wilks?

James Wilks is 48 years old (born May 4, 1978).