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Kai Kamaka III

"Da Fighting Hawaiian"
18-8-1★ 1bonusUnited StatesUnited StatesLast 5
Amateur MMA 1-1Kickboxing 1-0
18-8-1 · 4 finishes · Full stats →
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CAREER SUMMARY

Kai Kamaka III holds a professional MMA record of 18-8-1. Kai Kamaka III has won 18 fights: 3 by KO/TKO, 1 by submission, 14 by decision. Of 8 career losses, 3 came by KO/TKO and 0 by submission. In the UFC, Kai Kamaka III lands 5.49 significant strikes per minute with 59% accuracy and averages 1.45 takedowns per 15 minutes. Kai Kamaka III also has 1 recorded Kickboxing bout. Most recent fight: July 11, 2026. Tracked organizations: UFC, PFL, BELLATOR.

Profile

Height
5'7"170 cm
Weight
145 lbs66 kg
Reach
69"175 cm
Stance
Orthodox
DOB
1995-01-05
Age
31
Nationality
United States
Birthplace
Ewa Beach, Hawaii

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

  • Xtreme Couture · United States

Fight DNA

Knockout Artist

UFCalendar's style model · Featherweight roster (204 fighters)

PowerSpeedPrecisionDurabilityEngineWrestlingGround
Punch power84
Kick power97
Punch speed91
Kick speed96
Accuracy84
Takedowns94
Ground striking53
Submissions64
Chin92
Body strength89
Cardio93

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

By the numbers

UFC careerRecord: 2-3-1 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed5.49per min
59% accuracy
Strikes absorbed6.03per min
55% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed1.45per 15 min
53% success
Takedowns stuffed55%
Submission attempts0.2per 15 min
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Where they rank

All-time boards where Kai Kamaka III sits in the top 25.

Bonus résumé

Kai Kamaka III has won 1 UFC post-fight bonus. Estimated bonus earnings: $50,000.

★ FOTN ×1
  1. ★ FOTNvs Tony Kelley · UFC 252: Miocic vs CormierAug 15, 2020

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 Kai Kamaka III earns per fight.

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Career history

  1. LOSS
    vs Luke Riley
    UFCUFC 329: McGregor vs Holloway 2· Jul 11, 2026· Featherweight· 18-8-1 vs 14-0
    TKO
    R1 · 3:03
  2. WIN
    vs Dakota Hope
    UFCUFC Fight Night: Moicano vs Duncan· Apr 4, 2026· Lightweight· 18-7-1 vs 11-2
    SD
    R3 · 5:00
  3. WIN
    vs Michel Lima
    Tuff-N-Uff 151· Jan 22, 2026· Featherweight· 17-7-1 vs 19-8
    TKO
    R3 · 4:48
  4. LOSS
    vs Diego Brandao
    Tuff-N-Uff 149· Oct 25, 2025· Featherweight· 16-7-1 vs 32-22
    SD
  5. WIN
    vs Sitik Muduev
    Tuff-N-Uff 145· Jun 29, 2025· Featherweight· 16-6-1 vs 11-6
    UD
  6. WIN
    vs Joshua Weems
    Tuff-N-Uff 143· Apr 25, 2025· Featherweight· 15-6-1 vs 12-5
    TKO
    R2 · 0:58
  7. LOSS
    vs Brendan Loughnane
    PFLPFL 9: 2024 Playoffs· Aug 23, 2024· Lightweight· 14-6-1 vs 30-5
    DEC
    R3 · 5:00
  8. WIN
    vs Pedro Carvalho
    PFLPFL 6: 2024 Regular Season· Jun 28, 2024· Lightweight· 14-5-1 vs 13-10
    DEC
    R3 · 5:00
  9. WIN
    vs Bubba Jenkins
    PFLPFL 3: 2024 Regular Season· Apr 19, 2024· Lightweight· 13-5-1 vs 21-8
    DEC
    R3 · 5:00
  10. WIN
    vs Henry Corrales
    BellatorBellator 300: Nurmagomedov vs. Primus· Oct 7, 2023· 12-5-1 vs 21-7
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  11. WIN
    vs Adli Edwards
    BellatorBellator 294: Carmouche vs. Bennett 2· Apr 21, 2023· 11-5-1 vs 9-3
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  12. WIN
    vs Kevin Boehm
    BellatorBellator 289: Stots vs. Sabatello· Dec 9, 2022· 10-5-1 vs 9-6
    TKO
    R3 · 2:23
  13. LOSS
    vs Justin Gonzales
    BellatorBellator 278: Velasquez vs. Carmouche· Apr 22, 2022· 9-5-1 vs 13-1
    SD
    R3 · 5:00
  14. WIN
    vs John De Jesus
    BellatorBellator 272: Pettis vs. Horiguchi· Dec 3, 2021· 9-4-1 vs 14-10
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  15. DRAW
    vs Danny Chavez
    UFCUFC Fight Night: Hall vs Strickland· Jul 31, 2021· Featherweight· 8-4-1 vs 11-4-1
    MD
    R3 · 5:00
  16. LOSS
    vs TJ Brown
    UFCUFC Fight Night: Reyes vs Prochazka· May 1, 2021· Featherweight· 8-4 vs 15-8
    SD
    R3 · 5:00
  17. LOSS
    vs Jonathan Pearce
    UFCUFC Fight Night: Smith vs Clark· Nov 28, 2020· Featherweight· 8-3 vs 10-4
    TKO
    R2 · 4:28
  18. WIN
    vs Tony Kelley
    UFCUFC 252: Miocic vs Cormier· Aug 15, 2020· Featherweight· 8-2 vs 6-2
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
    FOTN
  19. WIN
    vs Michael Stack
    LFA 87: Logan vs. Rosales· Jul 31, 2020· Featherweight· 7-2 vs 4-1
    UD
  20. WIN
    vs Spencer Higa
    BellatorBellator 236: Macfarlane vs. Jackson· Dec 21, 2019· 6-2 vs 7-12
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  21. WIN
    vs Shojin Miki
    BellatorBellator 212: Primus vs. Chandler 2· Dec 14, 2018· 5-2 vs 5-4
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  22. WIN
    vs Mauricio Diaz
    KOTC: Highlight Reel· Jun 10, 2018· Bantamweight· 4-2 vs 3-4
    UD
  23. WIN
    vs Rick James
    KOTC: Energetic Pursuit· Feb 24, 2018· Bantamweight· 3-2 vs 6-5
    UD
  24. LOSS
    vs Jeffrey Mesa
    PXC 56· Mar 25, 2017· Bantamweight· 2-2 vs 3-1
    UD
  25. LOSS
    vs Andrew Natividad
    KOTC: Sanctioned· Jun 14, 2015· Bantamweight· 2-1 vs 4-4
    TKO
    R1 · 4:40
  26. WIN
    vs Nui Wheeler
    Destiny Na Koa 6· Aug 3, 2014· Bantamweight· 2-0 vs 1-9
    SUB
    R1 · 3:20
  27. WIN
    vs Anthony Reyes
    King of the Cage· Oct 20, 2012· 1-0 vs 0-1
    DEC

UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1726▼11
Peak
1737Apr 4, 2026
Rated fights
26
15001600170020132016201920222025Oct 20, 2012 · 1533Aug 3, 2014 · 1553Jun 14, 2015 · 1492Mar 25, 2017 · 1470Feb 24, 2018 · 1511Jun 10, 2018 · 1542Dec 14, 2018 · 1564Dec 22, 2019 · 1581Jul 31, 2020 · 1607Aug 16, 2020 · 1629Nov 29, 2020 · 1595May 2, 2021 · 1583Dec 4, 2021 · 1609Apr 23, 2022 · 1604Dec 9, 2022 · 1634Apr 22, 2023 · 1657Oct 7, 2023 · 1688Apr 19, 2024 · 1713Jun 28, 2024 · 1721Aug 23, 2024 · 1714Apr 25, 2025 · 1723Jun 29, 2025 · 1729Oct 25, 2025 · 1724Jan 22, 2026 · 1732Apr 4, 2026 · 1737Jul 11, 2026 · 17261726

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Frequently asked questions

When does Kai Kamaka III fight next?

Kai Kamaka III has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Kai Kamaka III's record?

Kai Kamaka III's professional MMA record is 18-8-1.

Who is Kai Kamaka III fighting next?

Kai Kamaka III's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Kai Kamaka III fight last?

Kai Kamaka III most recently fought Luke Riley at UFC 329: McGregor vs Holloway 2 on Saturday, July 11, 2026, LOSS (TKO).

What weight class does Kai Kamaka III fight in?

Kai Kamaka III fights at Featherweight.

How many knockouts does Kai Kamaka III have?

Kai Kamaka III has 3 wins by KO/TKO and 1 win by submission.

How many UFC bonuses has Kai Kamaka III won?

Kai Kamaka III has won 1 UFC post-fight bonus: 1× Fight of the Night.

How tall is Kai Kamaka III?

Kai Kamaka III is 5'7" (170 cm) tall.

How much does Kai Kamaka III weigh?

Kai Kamaka III weighs 145 lbs (66 kg).

What is Kai Kamaka III's reach?

Kai Kamaka III has a reach of 69" (175 cm).

How old is Kai Kamaka III?

Kai Kamaka III is 31 years old (born Jan 5, 1995).

Where is Kai Kamaka III from?

Kai Kamaka III is from United States.