Fighter

Joe Soto

"One Bad Mofo"

18-7-0

United StatesLast 5

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Joe Soto holds a professional MMA record of 18-7-0. Joe Soto has won 18 fights: 5 by KO/TKO, 10 by submission, 3 by decision. Of 7 career losses, 4 came by KO/TKO and 2 by submission. In the UFC, Joe Soto lands 3.36 significant strikes per minute with 41% accuracy and averages 0.85 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: February 4, 2018. Tracked organizations: UFC, BELLATOR.

Profile

Height: 5'6"168 cm
Weight: 135 lbs61 kg
Reach: 65"165 cm
Stance: Orthodox
DOB: 1987-03-22
Age: 39
Nationality: United States
Birthplace: Porterville, California

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

Central Valley Combat Academy · United States

Fight DNA

Submission Ace

UFCalendar's style model · Bantamweight roster (170 fighters)

Submission Threat

98 · top 3% in division

Punch power50

Kick power57

Punch speed78

Kick speed57

Accuracy72

Takedowns80

Ground striking65

Submissions98

Chin67

Body strength67

Cardio96

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

By the numbers

UFC careerRecord: 3-5-0 · Source: UFCStats.com

Striking

Strikes landed3.36per min

41% accuracy

Strikes absorbed5.37per min

67% avoided

Grappling

Takedowns landed0.85per 15 min

21% success

Takedowns stuffed70%

Submission attempts1.9per 15 min

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Where they rank

All-time boards where Joe Soto sits in the top 25.

All MMA

UFC

Recent & upcoming opponents

Salary & career earnings

Disclosed purses, reported paydays and what we estimate Joe Soto earns per fight.

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Career history

LOSS
vs Iuri Alcantara
UFCUFC Fight Night: Machida vs Anders· Feb 4, 2018· Bantamweight· 18-7 vs 36-9
TKO
R1 · 1:06
LOSS
vs Brett Johns
UFCUFC Fight Night: Montano vs Modafferi· Dec 1, 2017· Bantamweight· 18-6 vs 15-0
SUB
R1 · 0:30
WIN
vs Rani Yahya
UFCUFC Fight Night: Belfort vs Gastelum· Mar 12, 2017· Bantamweight· 18-5 vs 23-9
UD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Marco Beltran
UFCUFC Fight Night: Dos Anjos vs Ferguson· Nov 5, 2016· Catchweight· 17-5 vs 14-4
SUB
R1 · 1:37
WIN
vs Chris Beal
UFCUFC Fight Night: MacDonald vs Thompson· Jun 18, 2016· Bantamweight· 16-5 vs 10-3
SUB
R3 · 3:39
LOSS
vs Michinori Tanaka
UFCUFC 195: Lawler vs Condit· Jan 2, 2016· Bantamweight· 15-5 vs 11-1
SD
R3 · 5:00
LOSS
vs Anthony Birchak
UFCUFC Fight Night: Boetsch vs Henderson· Jun 6, 2015· Bantamweight· 15-4 vs 11-2
TKO
R1 · 1:37
LOSS
vs TJ DillashawTitle bout
UFCUFC 177: Dillashaw vs Soto· Aug 30, 2014· Bantamweight· 15-3 vs 11-2
TKO
R5 · 2:20
WIN
vs Terrion Ware
Tachi PF 20· Aug 7, 2014· Bantamweight· 15-2 vs 11-3
SUB
R3 · 2:48
WIN
vs Jeremiah Labiano
Tachi PF 18· Feb 6, 2014· Bantamweight· 14-2 vs 7-2
TKO
R3 · 4:16
WIN
vs Cory Vom Baur
Tachi PF 17· Nov 14, 2013· Bantamweight· 13-2 vs 6-3
SUB
R2 · 4:36
WIN
vs Chad George
Tachi PF 13· May 10, 2012· Bantamweight· 12-2 vs 14-7
SUB
R2 · 2:01
WIN
vs Chris David
TWC 13: Impact· Jan 27, 2012· 11-2 vs 13-11-2
SUB
R2 · 4:28
WIN
vs Romeo McCovey
California Regional· Oct 15, 2011· 10-2 vs 0-1
DEC
LOSS
vs Eddie Yagin
Tachi PF 10· Aug 5, 2011· Featherweight· 9-2 vs 14-4-1
SUB
R1 · 2:00
LOSS
vs Joe WarrenTitle bout
BellatorBFC: Bellator Fighting Championships 27· Sep 2, 2010· Featherweight· 9-1 vs 6-1
KO
R2 · 0:33
WIN
vs Diego Saraiva
BellatorBFC: Bellator Fighting Championships 19· May 20, 2010· Lightweight· 9-0 vs 18-12-1
TKO
5:00
WIN
vs Mike Christensen
Tachi Palace Fights· Oct 8, 2009· 8-0 vs 4-1
SUB
WIN
vs Yahir Reyes
BellatorBFC: Bellator Fighting Championships 10· Jun 4, 2009· 7-0 vs 14-6
SUB
R2 · 4:11
WIN
vs Wilson Reis
BellatorBFC: Bellator Fighting Championships 6· May 7, 2009· Featherweight· 6-0 vs 7-1
UD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Ben Greer
BellatorBFC: Bellator Fighting Championships 1· Apr 3, 2009· 5-0 vs 10-5
TKO
R1 · 3:40
WIN
vs Anthony Luna
Gladiator Challenge· Nov 2, 2008· 4-0 vs 0-1
SUB
WIN
vs Brandon Jinnies
Palace Fighting Championship· Sep 26, 2008· 3-0 vs 3-10
TKO
WIN
vs Darren Crisp Jr.
Palace Fighting Championship· Jul 18, 2008· 2-0 vs 4-3
SUB
WIN
vs Jared Williams
Gladiator Challenge· Jul 16, 2006· 1-0 vs 0-1
TKO

Official UFC Ranking

Joe Soto's standing in the official UFC rankings, tracked since 2013.

Current: Unranked
Peak: #14 Bantamweight
First ranked: Sep 1, 2014
Times ranked: 25

Bantamweight

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current: 1711▼13
Peak: 1772May 20, 2010
Rated fights: 25

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Frequently asked questions

When does Joe Soto fight next?

Joe Soto has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Joe Soto's record?

Joe Soto's professional MMA record is 18-7-0.

Who is Joe Soto fighting next?

Joe Soto's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Joe Soto fight last?

Joe Soto most recently fought Iuri Alcantara at UFC Fight Night: Machida vs Anders on Sunday, February 4, 2018, LOSS (TKO).

What weight class does Joe Soto fight in?

Joe Soto fights at Bantamweight.

How many knockouts does Joe Soto have?

Joe Soto has 5 wins by KO/TKO and 10 wins by submission.

How tall is Joe Soto?

Joe Soto is 5'6" (168 cm) tall.

How much does Joe Soto weigh?

Joe Soto weighs 135 lbs (61 kg).

What is Joe Soto's reach?

Joe Soto has a reach of 65" (165 cm).

How old is Joe Soto?

Joe Soto is 39 years old (born Mar 22, 1987).

Where is Joe Soto from?

Joe Soto is from United States.

CAREER SUMMARY