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Josh Samman
Fighter

Josh Samman

"Anqa"
11-5-0★ 2bonusesUnited StatesUnited StatesLast 5
Amateur MMA 3-0
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No upcoming fight scheduled.

CAREER SUMMARY

Josh Samman holds a professional MMA record of 11-5-0. Their full professional MMA career spans 20 bouts on record. Josh Samman has won 14 fights: 9 by KO/TKO, 5 by submission, 0 by decision. Of 6 career losses, 1 came by KO/TKO and 4 by submission. In the UFC, Josh Samman lands 2.08 significant strikes per minute with 52% accuracy and averages 1.09 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: July 14, 2016. Tracked organizations: UFC.

Profile

Height
6'3"191 cm
Weight
185 lbs84 kg
Reach
79"201 cm
Stance
Orthodox
DOB
1988-03-14
Age
38
Nationality
United States
Birthplace
Orlando, United States

Fight DNA

Knockout Artist

UFCalendar's style model · Middleweight roster (229 fighters)

PowerSpeedPrecisionDurabilityEngineWrestlingGround
One-Shot Power
98 · top 2% in division
Punch power93
Kick power98
Punch speed93
Kick speed96
Accuracy69
Takedowns91
Ground striking95
Submissions93
Chin70
Body strength72
Cardio68

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

By the numbers

UFC careerRecord: 13-4-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed2.08per min
52% accuracy
Strikes absorbed2.47per min
34% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed1.09per 15 min
33% success
Takedowns stuffed33%
Submission attempts0.4per 15 min

Bonus résumé

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

★ POTN ×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 our model's estimate of what Josh Samman earns per fight.

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Career history

  1. LOSS
    vs Tim Boetsch
    UFCUFC Fight Night: McDonald vs Lineker· Jul 14, 2016· Middleweight· 11-4 vs 18-10
    TKO
    R2 · 3:49
  2. LOSS
    vs Tamdan McCrory
    UFCUFC Fight Night: Dos Anjos vs Cowboy 2· Dec 19, 2015· Middleweight· 11-3 vs 13-3
    SUB
    R3 · 4:10
  3. WIN
    vs Caio Magalhaes
    UFCThe Ultimate Fighter Finale: American Top Team vs. Blackzilians· Jul 12, 2015· Middleweight· 10-3 vs 9-1
    SUB
    R1 · 2:52
    POTN
  4. WIN
    vs Eddie Gordon
    UFCUFC 181: Hendricks vs Lawler II· Dec 6, 2014· Middleweight· 9-3 vs 7-1
    TKO
    R2 · 3:08
    POTN
  5. WIN
    vs Kevin Casey
    UFCThe Ultimate Fighter: Team Jones vs. Team Sonnen Finale· Apr 13, 2013· Middleweight· 8-3 vs 5-2
    TKO
    R2 · 2:17
  6. LOSS
    vs Kelvin Gastelum
    The Ultimate Fighter Season 17· Dec 11, 2012· Middleweight· 11-3
    SUB
    R1 · 4:02
  7. WIN
    vs Jimmy Quinlan
    The Ultimate Fighter Season 17· Dec 3, 2012· Middleweight· 10-3
    SUB
    R1 · 4:40
  8. WIN
    vs Tor Troeng
    The Ultimate Fighter Season 17· Nov 17, 2012· Middleweight· 9-3
    TKO
    R1 · 4:04
  9. WIN
    vs Leo Bercier
    The Ultimate Fighter Season 17· Oct 30, 2012· Middleweight· 8-3
    TKO
    R1 · 1:49
  10. WIN
    vs Mikey Gomez
    XFC 16: High Stakes· Feb 10, 2012· Middleweight· 7-3 vs 12-8
    SUB
    R1 · 3:37
  11. LOSS
    vs Dan Cramer
    Bellator 46· Jun 25, 2011· Middleweight· 7-2 vs 6-2
    UD
  12. WIN
    vs John Walsh
    Florida Regional· Aug 28, 2010· 6-2 vs 5-5
    TKO
  13. WIN
    vs David Baggett
    Florida Regional· Apr 24, 2010· 5-2 vs 5-4
    SUB
  14. WIN
    vs Chris Cope
    Florida Regional· Jan 23, 2010· 4-2 vs 3-0
    TKO
  15. WIN
    vs Colby McMahon
    Florida Regional· Oct 3, 2009· 3-2 vs 3-1
    TKO
  16. WIN
    vs Ryan Hodge
    Florida Regional· Nov 29, 2008· 2-2 vs 3-2
    SUB
  17. LOSS
    vs John Walsh
    International Sport Combat Federation· Mar 28, 2008· 2-1 vs 4-1
    SUB
  18. WIN
    vs TBA
    Florida Regional· Mar 1, 2008· 1-1
    TKO
  19. WIN
    vs Michael Adams
    ISCF: Winnersville Wars· Sep 14, 2007· Middleweight· 0-1 vs 0-1
    TKO
    R2 · 0:52
  20. LOSS
    vs Franz Mendez
    Fight Party· Jun 23, 2007· Welterweight· 0-0 vs 3-7
    SUB
    R1 · 2:28

Career history data via Tapology.

UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1706▼16
Peak
1764Jul 12, 2015
Rated fights
19
15001600170020082010201220142016Jun 23, 2007 · 1447Sep 14, 2007 · 1488Mar 28, 2008 · 1456Nov 29, 2008 · 1497Oct 3, 2009 · 1542Jan 23, 2010 · 1588Apr 24, 2010 · 1607Aug 28, 2010 · 1624Jun 25, 2011 · 1603Feb 10, 2012 · 1633Oct 30, 2012 · 1664Nov 17, 2012 · 1707Dec 3, 2012 · 1741Dec 11, 2012 · 1708Apr 13, 2013 · 1730Dec 6, 2014 · 1727Jul 12, 2015 · 1764Dec 19, 2015 · 1722Jul 14, 2016 · 17061706

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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 Thursday, July 14, 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 9 wins by KO/TKO and 5 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 United States.