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John Halverson

"The Hurricane"
16-8-0United StatesUnited StatesLast 5
Amateur MMA 2-0

Last fight: Loss vs Doug Jenkins · TKO · Aug 3, 2012

LAST FIGHT
LOSSvs Jorge GurgelUD · R3 5:00
UFCUFC 82: PRIDE OF A CHAMPION·March 1, 2008

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CAREER SUMMARY

John Halverson holds a professional MMA record of 16-8-0. Halverson has won 16 fights: 7 by KO/TKO, 8 by submission, 1 by decision. Of 8 career losses, 4 came by KO/TKO and 2 by submission. Most recent fight: March 1, 2008. Tracked organizations: UFC.

Profile

Height
5'9"175 cm
Weight
155 lbs70 kg
Stance
Southpaw
DOB
Sep 8, 1972
Age
54
Nationality
United States
Birthplace
United States

Career history

  1. LOSS
    vs Doug Jenkins
    MCC 42: Lund vs. Schmauss· Aug 3, 2012· Lightweight· 16-8 vs 6-2
    TKO
    R1 · 3:45
  2. LOSS
    vs Jonathan Mix
    Superfights MMA· Oct 11, 2008· Welterweight· 16-7 vs 3-1
    TKO
    R1 · 4:25
  3. LOSS
    vs Jorge Gurgel
    UFC 82: PRIDE OF A CHAMPION· Mar 1, 2008· Lightweight· 16-6 vs 12-3
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  4. WIN
    vs Bryce Teager
    Extreme Challenge· Jul 20, 2007· 16-5 vs 1-3
    SUB
  5. WIN
    vs Sam Jackson
    Iowa Regional· Jun 30, 2007· 15-5 vs 3-12
    SUB
  6. WIN
    vs Tom Ahrens
    Iowa Regional· Apr 8, 2007· 14-5 vs 1-2
    SUB
  7. LOSS
    vs Roger Huerta
    UFC 67: ALL OR NOTHING· Feb 3, 2007· Lightweight· 13-5 vs 16-1-1
    TKO
    R1 · 0:19
  8. WIN
    vs Unknown opponent
    Midwest Cage Championship· Nov 22, 2006· 13-4
    SUB
  9. WIN
    vs Unknown opponent
    Iowa Challenge· Sep 9, 2006· 12-4
    SUB
  10. LOSS
    vs Tristan Yunker
    Texas Regional· Jun 30, 2006· 11-4 vs 7-4
    SUB
  11. WIN
    vs Mike Suttles
    Minnesota Regional· Jun 17, 2006· 11-3 vs 2-8
    TKO
  12. WIN
    vs Anthony White
    Xtreme Kage Kombat· Nov 23, 2005· 10-3 vs 0-2
    SUB
  13. LOSS
    vs Sean Huffman
    Extreme Challenge· Oct 15, 2005· 9-3 vs 7-5
    TKO
  14. WIN
    vs Shawn Nolan
    Iowa Challenge 18· Dec 17, 2004· Light Heavyweight· 9-2 vs 4-32
    SUB
    R1
  15. WIN
    vs Unknown opponent
    Iowa Regional· Dec 11, 2004· 8-2
    TKO
  16. WIN
    vs Miguel Cooley
    Xtreme Kage Kombat· Oct 30, 2004· 7-2 vs 6-5-1
    DEC
  17. WIN
    vs Shawn Nolan
    Xtreme Kage Kombat· Aug 7, 2004· 6-2 vs 2-24
    TKO
  18. WIN
    vs Dan Duke
    International Cage Combat 4· Apr 30, 2004· Middleweight· 5-2 vs 1-1
    SUB
    R1
  19. NC
    vs John Strawn
    Victory Fighting Championship· Mar 6, 2004· 4-2 vs 28-1
    NC
  20. LOSS
    vs Kendrick Johnson
    Victory Fighting Championship· Nov 22, 2003· 4-2 vs 8-8
    SUB
  21. WIN
    vs Adam Copenhaver
    Victory Fighting Championship· Jul 12, 2003· 4-1 vs 7-4
    TKO
  22. WIN
    vs Josh Rafferty
    Victory Fighting Championship· Apr 19, 2003· 3-1 vs 3-3
    TKO
  23. WIN
    vs James Sescher
    Nebraska Regional· Mar 8, 2003· 2-1 vs 0-1
    TKO
  24. WIN
    vs Kareema Bennett
    Nebraska Regional· Jan 15, 2003· 1-1 vs 17-12
    TKO
  25. LOSS
    vs Jason Purcell
    Nebraska Regional· Oct 19, 2002· 0-1 vs 3-6
    -

Career stats

Pro MMARecord: 16-8-0 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed2.94per min
43% accuracy
Strikes absorbed5.29per min
48% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed0.00per 15 min
Takedowns stuffed67%
Submission attempts2.0per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 0-2-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed2.94per min
43% accuracy
Strikes absorbed5.29per min
48% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed0.00per 15 min
Takedowns stuffed67%
Submission attempts2.0per 15 min

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1529▼10
Peak
1620Jul 12, 2003
Rated fights
21
145015001550160020032005200720092011Oct 19, 2002 · 1464Jan 15, 2003 · 1504Mar 8, 2003 · 1544Apr 19, 2003 · 1586Jul 12, 2003 · 1620Nov 22, 2003 · 1558Apr 30, 2004 · 1580Aug 7, 2004 · 1585Oct 30, 2004 · 1597Dec 17, 2004 · 1600Oct 15, 2005 · 1569Nov 23, 2005 · 1586Jun 17, 2006 · 1595Jun 30, 2006 · 1569Feb 3, 2007 · 1552Apr 8, 2007 · 1572Jun 30, 2007 · 1585Jul 20, 2007 · 1600Mar 1, 2008 · 1590Oct 11, 2008 · 1577Aug 3, 2012 · 15291529

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Frequently asked questions

When does John Halverson fight next?

John Halverson has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is John Halverson's record?

John Halverson's professional MMA record is 16-8-0.

Who is John Halverson fighting next?

John Halverson's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did John Halverson fight last?

John Halverson most recently fought Jorge Gurgel at UFC 82: PRIDE OF A CHAMPION on Saturday, March 1, 2008, LOSS (Unanimous Decision).

What weight class does John Halverson fight in?

John Halverson fights at Lightweight.

How many knockouts does John Halverson have?

John Halverson has 7 wins by KO/TKO and 8 wins by submission.

How tall is John Halverson?

John Halverson is 5'9" (175 cm) tall.

How much does John Halverson weigh?

John Halverson weighs 155 lbs (70 kg).

How old is John Halverson?

John Halverson is 54 years old (born Sep 8, 1972).

Where is John Halverson from?

John Halverson is from the United States.

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