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Josh Samman

"Anqa"
11-5-0★ 2bonusesUnited StatesUnited StatesLast 5
Amateur MMA 3-0

Last fight: Loss vs Tim Boetsch · TKO · Jul 13, 2016

11-5-0 · 11 finishes · Full stats →
LAST FIGHT
LOSSvs Tim BoetschTKO · R2 3:49
UFCUFC Fight Night: McDonald vs Lineker·July 13, 2016

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CAREER SUMMARY

Josh Samman holds a professional MMA record of 11-5-0. Samman has won 11 fights: 7 by KO/TKO, 4 by submission, 0 by decision. Of 5 career losses, 1 came by KO/TKO and 3 by submission. In the UFC, Samman lands 2.08 significant strikes per minute with 53% accuracy and averages 1.09 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: July 13, 2016. Tracked organizations: UFC, BELLATOR.

Profile

Height
6'3"191 cm
Weight
185 lbs84 kg
Reach
79"201 cm
Stance
Orthodox
DOB
Mar 14, 1988
Age
38
Nationality
United States
Birthplace
Orlando, United States

Career history

  1. LOSS
    vs Tim Boetsch
    UFC Fight Night: McDonald vs Lineker· Jul 13, 2016· Middleweight· 11-5 vs 19-10
    TKO
    R2 · 3:49
  2. LOSS
    vs Tamdan McCrory
    UFC Fight Night: Dos Anjos vs Cowboy 2· Dec 19, 2015· Middleweight· 11-4 vs 14-3
    SUB
    R3 · 4:10
  3. WIN
    vs Caio Magalhaes
    UFC · The Ultimate Fighter Finale: American Top Team vs Blackzilians· Jul 12, 2015· Middleweight· 11-3 vs 9-2
    SUB
    R1 · 2:52
    POTN
  4. WIN
    vs Eddie Gordon
    UFC 181: Hendricks vs Lawler II· Dec 6, 2014· Middleweight· 10-3 vs 7-2
    TKO
    R2 · 3:08
    POTN
  5. WIN
    vs Kevin Casey
    UFC · The Ultimate Fighter: Team Jones vs Team Sonnen Finale· Apr 13, 2013· Middleweight· 9-3 vs 5-3
    TKO
    R2 · 2:17
  6. WIN
    vs Mikey Gomez
    XFC 16: High Stakes· Feb 10, 2012· Middleweight· 8-3 vs 12-9
    SUB
    R1 · 3:37
  7. LOSS
    vs Dan Cramer
    BFC: Bellator Fighting Championships 46· Jun 25, 2011· Featherweight· 7-3 vs 7-2
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  8. WIN
    vs John Walsh
    Florida Regional· Aug 28, 2010· 7-2 vs 5-6
    TKO
  9. WIN
    vs David Baggett
    Florida Regional· Apr 24, 2010· 6-2 vs 5-5
    SUB
  10. WIN
    vs Chris Cope
    Florida Regional· Jan 23, 2010· 5-2 vs 3-1
    TKO
  11. WIN
    vs Colby McMahon
    Florida Regional· Oct 3, 2009· 4-2 vs 3-2
    TKO
  12. WIN
    vs Ryan Hodge
    Florida Regional· Nov 29, 2008· 3-2 vs 3-3
    SUB
  13. LOSS
    vs John Walsh
    International Sport Combat Federation· Mar 28, 2008· 2-2 vs 5-1
    SUB
  14. WIN
    vs Unknown opponent
    Florida Regional· Mar 1, 2008· 2-1
    TKO
  15. WIN
    vs Michael Adams
    ISCF: Winnersville Wars· Sep 14, 2007· Middleweight· 1-1 vs 0-2
    TKO
    R2 · 0:52
  16. LOSS
    vs Franz Mendez
    Fight Party· Jun 23, 2007· Welterweight· 0-1 vs 4-7
    SUB
    R1 · 2:28

Fight DNA

Knockout Artist

UFCalendar's style model · Middleweight roster (285 fighters)

PowerSpeedPrecisionDurabilityEngineWrestlingGround
One-Shot Power
98 · top 2% in division
Punch power95
Kick power98
Punch speed92
Kick speed96
Accuracy72
Takedowns87
Ground striking94
Submissions93
Chin70
Body strength70
Cardio67

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

By the numbers

Pro MMARecord: 11-5-0 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed2.08per min
53% accuracy
Strikes absorbed2.47per min
35% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed1.09per 15 min
33% success
Takedowns stuffed33%
Submission attempts0.4per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 3-2-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed2.08per min
53% accuracy
Strikes absorbed2.47per min
35% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed1.09per 15 min
33% success
Takedowns stuffed33%
Submission attempts0.4per 15 min
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Bonus résumé

Josh Samman has won 2 UFC post-fight bonuses. Estimated bonus earnings: $100,000.

★ Performance of the Night ×2
  1. ★ POTNvs Caio Magalhaes · The Ultimate Fighter Finale: American Top Team vs BlackziliansJul 12, 2015
  2. ★ POTNvs Eddie Gordon · UFC 181: Hendricks vs Lawler IIDec 6, 2014

Estimates use each era's real amount: $50,000 from 2012, $100,000 from UFC 324, plus $25,000 finish incentives.

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Salary & career earnings

Disclosed purses, reported paydays and what we estimate Josh Samman earns per fight.

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1642▼30
Peak
1708Jul 12, 2015
Rated fights
15
15001600170020082010201220142016Jun 23, 2007 · 1447Sep 14, 2007 · 1489Mar 28, 2008 · 1457Nov 29, 2008 · 1498Oct 3, 2009 · 1543Jan 23, 2010 · 1589Apr 24, 2010 · 1608Aug 28, 2010 · 1625Jun 25, 2011 · 1603Feb 10, 2012 · 1633Apr 13, 2013 · 1653Dec 6, 2014 · 1665Jul 12, 2015 · 1708Dec 19, 2015 · 1672Jul 14, 2016 · 16421642

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Frequently asked questions

When does Josh Samman fight next?

Josh Samman has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Josh Samman's record?

Josh Samman's professional MMA record is 11-5-0.

Who is Josh Samman fighting next?

Josh Samman's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Josh Samman fight last?

Josh Samman most recently fought Tim Boetsch at UFC Fight Night: McDonald vs Lineker on Wednesday, July 13, 2016, LOSS (TKO).

What weight class does Josh Samman fight in?

Josh Samman fights at Middleweight.

How many knockouts does Josh Samman have?

Josh Samman has 7 wins by KO/TKO and 4 wins by submission.

How many UFC bonuses has Josh Samman won?

Josh Samman has won 2 UFC post-fight bonuses: 2× Performance of the Night.

How tall is Josh Samman?

Josh Samman is 6'3" (191 cm) tall.

How much does Josh Samman weigh?

Josh Samman weighs 185 lbs (84 kg).

What is Josh Samman's reach?

Josh Samman has a reach of 79" (201 cm).

How old is Josh Samman?

Josh Samman is 38 years old (born Mar 14, 1988).

Where is Josh Samman from?

Josh Samman is from the United States.

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