Fighter

Kai Kamaka III

"Da Fighting Hawaiian"

18-8-1★ 1bonus United States

United StatesLast 5

Amateur MMA 1-1Kickboxing 1-0

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Kai Kamaka III holds a professional MMA record of 18-8-1. Their full professional MMA career spans 27 bouts on record. 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.

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

Fight DNA

Knockout Artist

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

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: 18-8-1 · 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

Bonus résumé

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

★ FOTN ×1

★ FOTNvs Tony Kelley · UFC 252: Miocic vs CormierAug 16, 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 our model's estimate of what Kai Kamaka III earns per fight.

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Career history

LOSS
vs Luke Riley
UFCUFC 329: McGregor vs Holloway 2· Jul 11, 2026· Featherweight· 18-7-1 vs 13-0
TKO
R1 · 3:03
WIN
vs Dakota Hope
UFCUFC Fight Night: Moicano vs Duncan· Apr 4, 2026· Lightweight· 17-7-1 vs 11-1
SD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Michel Lima
Tuff-N-Uff 151· Jan 22, 2026· Featherweight· 16-7-1 vs 19-7
TKO
R3 · 4:48
LOSS
vs Diego Brandao
Tuff-N-Uff 149· Oct 25, 2025· Featherweight· 16-6-1 vs 31-22
SD
WIN
vs Sitik Muduev
Tuff-N-Uff 145· Jun 29, 2025· Featherweight· 15-6-1 vs 11-5
UD
WIN
vs Joshua Weems
Tuff-N-Uff 143· Apr 25, 2025· Featherweight· 14-6-1 vs 12-4
TKO
R2 · 0:58
LOSS
vs Brendan Loughnane
PFLProfessional Fighters League - PFL 9: 2024 Playoffs· Aug 22, 2024· Featherweight· 14-5-1 vs 29-5
DEC
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Pedro Carvalho
PFLProfessional Fighters League - PFL 6: 2024 Regular Season· Jun 27, 2024· Featherweight· 13-5-1 vs 13-9
DEC
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Bubba Jenkins
PFLProfessional Fighters League - PFL 3: 2024 Regular Season· Apr 18, 2024· Featherweight· 12-5-1 vs 21-7
DEC
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Henry Corrales
Bellator 300· Oct 7, 2023· Featherweight· 11-5-1 vs 21-6
SD
WIN
vs Adli Edwards
Bellator 295· Apr 22, 2023· Featherweight· 10-5-1 vs 9-2
UD
WIN
vs Kevin Boehm
Bellator 289· Dec 9, 2022· Featherweight· 9-5-1 vs 9-5
TKO
R3 · 2:23
LOSS
vs Justin Gonzales
Bellator 279· Apr 23, 2022· Featherweight· 9-4-1 vs 12-1
SD
WIN
vs John De Jesus
Bellator 272· Dec 3, 2021· Featherweight· 8-4-1 vs 14-9
UD
DRAW
vs Danny Chavez
UFCUFC Fight Night: Hall vs Strickland· Jul 31, 2021· Featherweight· 8-4 vs 11-4
MD
R3 · 5:00
LOSS
vs TJ Brown
UFCUFC Fight Night: Reyes vs Prochazka· May 1, 2021· Featherweight· 8-3 vs 14-8
SD
R3 · 5:00
LOSS
vs Jonathan Pearce
UFCUFC Fight Night: Smith vs Clark· Nov 29, 2020· Featherweight· 8-2 vs 9-4
TKO
R2 · 4:28
WIN
vs Tony Kelley
UFCUFC 252: Miocic vs Cormier· Aug 16, 2020· Featherweight· 7-2 vs 6-1
UD
R3 · 5:00
FOTN
WIN
vs Michael Stack
LFA 87: Logan vs. Rosales· Jul 31, 2020· Featherweight· 6-2 vs 4-0
UD
WIN
vs Spencer Higa
Bellator 236· Dec 21, 2019· Featherweight· 5-2 vs 7-11
UD
WIN
vs Shojin Miki
Bellator 213· Dec 15, 2018· Bantamweight· 4-2 vs 5-3
UD
WIN
vs Mauricio Diaz
KOTC: Highlight Reel· Jun 10, 2018· Bantamweight· 3-2 vs 3-3
UD
WIN
vs Rick James
KOTC: Energetic Pursuit· Feb 24, 2018· Bantamweight· 2-2 vs 6-4
UD
LOSS
vs Jeffrey Mesa
PXC 56· Mar 25, 2017· Bantamweight· 2-1 vs 2-1
UD
LOSS
vs Andrew Natividad
KOTC: Sanctioned· Jun 14, 2015· Bantamweight· 2-0 vs 3-4
TKO
R1 · 4:40
WIN
vs Nui Wheeler
Destiny Na Koa 6· Aug 3, 2014· Bantamweight· 1-0 vs 1-8
SUB
R1 · 3:20
WIN
vs Anthony Reyes
King of the Cage· Oct 20, 2012· 0-0 vs 0-0
DEC

Career history data via Tapology.

UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current: 1711▼10
Peak: 1721Apr 4, 2026
Rated fights: 26

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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.

CAREER SUMMARY