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James Wilks

"Lightning"
7-4-0United KingdomUnited KingdomLast 5

Last fight: Loss vs Claude Patrick · Unanimous Decision · Oct 16, 2010

7-4-0 · 6 finishes · Full stats →
LAST FIGHT
LOSSvs Claude PatrickUD · R3 5:00
UFCUFC 120: Bisping vs Akiyama·October 16, 2010

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CAREER SUMMARY

James Wilks holds a professional MMA record of 7-4-0. Wilks has won 7 fights: 2 by KO/TKO, 4 by submission, 1 by decision. Of 4 career losses, 1 came by KO/TKO and 1 by submission. In the UFC, 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
May 4, 1978
Age
48
Nationality
United Kingdom
Birthplace
Leicestershire, England

Career history

  1. LOSS
    vs Claude Patrick
    UFC 120: Bisping vs Akiyama· Oct 16, 2010· Welterweight· 7-4 vs 13-1
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  2. WIN
    vs Peter Sobotta
    UFC 115: Liddell vs Franklin· Jun 12, 2010· Welterweight· 7-3 vs 8-3
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  3. LOSS
    vs Matt Brown
    UFC 105: Couture vs Vera· Nov 14, 2009· Welterweight· 6-3 vs 11-7
    TKO
    R3 · 2:27
  4. WIN
    vs DaMarques Johnson×1Title bout · Title win #1
    UFC · The Ultimate Fighter: United States vs United Kingdom Finale· Jun 20, 2009· Ultimate Fighter 9 Welterweight· 6-2 vs 12-7
    SUB
    R1 · 4:54
  5. WIN
    vs Mike Robles
    Gladiator Challenge· Oct 25, 2008· 5-2 vs 4-3
    SUB
  6. WIN
    vs John Cole
    Alabama Regional· Aug 7, 2008· 4-2 vs 3-9
    TKO
  7. WIN
    vs Shawn Nagano
    California Regional· May 20, 2006· 3-2 vs 2-1
    SUB
  8. LOSS
    vs Patrick Speight
    Total Combat· Mar 11, 2006· 2-2 vs 3-0
    DEC
  9. WIN
    vs Ray Lizama
    KOTC: Relentless· Sep 24, 2004· Welterweight· 2-1 vs 0-2
    TKO
    R1 · 1:14
  10. LOSS
    vs Jimmy Smith
    KOTC: Hitmaster· Aug 6, 2004· Welterweight· 1-1 vs 2-0
    SUB
    R1 · 1:40
  11. WIN
    vs Roman Mitichyan
    California Regional· Oct 12, 2003· 1-0 vs 2-1
    SUB

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

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

  • Lightning MMA

Fight DNA

Submission Ace

UFCalendar's style model · Welterweight roster (398 fighters)

PowerSpeedPrecisionDurabilityEngineWrestlingGround
Submission Threat
98 · top 2% in division
Punch power56
Kick power54
Punch speed47
Kick speed54
Accuracy50
Takedowns93
Ground striking94
Submissions98
Chin71
Body strength67
Cardio75

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

By the numbers

Pro MMARecord: 7-4-0 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed1.82per min
45% accuracy
Strikes absorbed2.03per min
50% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed1.27per 15 min
22% success
Takedowns stuffed67%
Submission attempts3.8per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 2-2-0 · 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 stuffed67%
Submission attempts3.8per 15 min
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Salary & career earnings

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1614▼15
Peak
1638Jun 20, 2009
Rated fights
11
15001550160016502004200620082010Oct 12, 2003 · 1545Aug 6, 2004 · 1495Sep 24, 2004 · 1540Mar 11, 2006 · 1510May 20, 2006 · 1556Aug 7, 2008 · 1561Oct 25, 2008 · 1586Jun 20, 2009 · 1638Nov 14, 2009 · 1604Jun 12, 2010 · 1629Oct 16, 2010 · 16141614

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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 2 wins by KO/TKO and 4 wins 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).

Where is James Wilks from?

James Wilks is from the United Kingdom.

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