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Kazushi Sakuraba

"The Gracie Hunter"
26-17-1JapanJapanLast 5
Grappling 0-2-5

Last fight: Loss vs Shinya Aoki · TKO · Dec 29, 2015

LAST FIGHT
LOSSvs Shinya AokiTKO · R1 5:56
RIZINRizin Fighting Federation - Saraba no Utake·December 29, 2015

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CAREER SUMMARY

Kazushi Sakuraba holds a professional MMA record of 26-17-1. Sakuraba has won 26 fights: 3 by KO/TKO, 19 by submission, 4 by decision. Of 17 career losses, 10 came by KO/TKO and 3 by submission. Sakuraba also has 7 recorded Grappling bouts. Sakuraba also has 1 recorded Special rules bout. Most recent fight: December 29, 2015. Tracked organizations: RIZIN, PRIDE FC, UFC.

Profile

Height
6'0"183 cm
Weight
185 lbs84 kg
Stance
Southpaw
DOB
Jul 14, 1969
Age
57
Team
Laughter7
Nationality
Japan
Birthplace
Katagami, Akita, Japan

Career history

  1. LOSS
    Dream 17· Sep 24, 2011· Welterweight· 26-16-1 vs 10-0
    SUB
    R2 · 2:42
  2. LOSS
    K-1: Dynamite 2010· Dec 31, 2010· Welterweight· 26-15-1 vs 15-5
    TKO
    R1 · 2:16
  3. LOSS
    Dream 16· Sep 25, 2010· Middleweight· 26-14-1 vs 24-7
    SUB
    R1 · 2:09
  4. LOSS
    vs Ralek Gracie
    Dream 14· May 29, 2010· Catchweight· 26-13-1 vs 3-0
    UD
  5. WIN
    Dream 12: Cage of the Rising Sun· Oct 25, 2009· Middleweight· 26-12-1 vs 9-5
    SUB
    R1 · 1:40
  6. WIN
    vs Rubin Williams
    Dream 11· Oct 6, 2009· Middleweight· 25-12-1 vs 0-1
    SUB
    R1 · 2:53
  7. LOSS
    K-1: Dynamite 2008· Dec 31, 2008· Middleweight· 24-12-1 vs 44-19-3
    UD
  8. LOSS
    Dream 4· Jun 18, 2008· Middleweight· 24-11-1 vs 22-4-1
    TKO
    R1 · 1:30
  9. WIN
    vs Andrews Nakahara
    Dream 2· Apr 29, 2008· Middleweight· 24-10-1 vs 0-1
    SUB
    R1 · 8:20
  10. WIN
    vs Masakatsu Funaki
    K-1: Dynamite 2007· Dec 31, 2007· Light Heavyweight· 23-10-1 vs 39-12-1
    SUB
    R1 · 6:25
  11. WIN
    vs Katsuyori Shibata
    K-1 HERO'S: Grand Prix 2007 (Stage 2)· Sep 17, 2007· Middleweight· 22-10-1 vs 2-2
    SUB
    R1 · 6:20
  12. LOSS
    K-1 HERO'S: Dynamite USA· Jun 2, 2007· Middleweight· 21-10-1 vs 14-2-3
    UD
  13. WIN
    vs Yuri Kiselov
    K-1 HERO'S: Tokoro vs. Yasuhiro· Mar 12, 2007· Middleweight· 21-9-1 vs 2-3
    SUB
    R1 · 1:26
  14. NC
    K-1: Dynamite 2006· Dec 31, 2006· Middleweight· 20-9-1 vs 9-1
    NC
    R1 · 5:37
  15. WIN
    vs Kestutis Smirnovas
    K-1 HERO'S: Grand Prix 2006 (Stage 1)· Aug 5, 2006· Light Heavyweight· 20-9-1 vs 18-6
    SUB
    R1 · 6:41
  16. WIN
    Pride 2· Mar 15, 1998· Heavyweight· 2-1 vs 11-21-1
    SUB
    R3 · 6:53
  17. LOSS
    Shoot Boxing· Jul 14, 1996· Heavyweight· 0-1 vs 4-2
    SUB
    R1 · 4:20

Title bout

Career stats

Pro MMARecord: 26-17-1 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed0.00per min
0% accuracy
Strikes absorbed2.16per min
60% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed0.00per 15 min
0% success
Takedowns stuffed0%
Submission attempts0.0per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 0-0-0 (1 NC) · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed0.00per min
0% accuracy
Strikes absorbed2.16per min
60% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed0.00per 15 min
0% success
Takedowns stuffed0%
Submission attempts0.0per 15 min

UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1597▼3
Peak
1814Dec 9, 2000
Rated fights
45
150016001700180019972001200520092013Jul 14, 1996 · 1469Dec 21, 1997 · 1545Mar 5, 1998 · 1582Mar 15, 1998 · 1613Jun 24, 1998 · 1668Oct 11, 1998 · 1658Apr 29, 1999 · 1684Jul 4, 1999 · 1708Sep 12, 1999 · 1732Nov 21, 1999 · 1754Jan 30, 2000 · 1775May 1, 2000 · 1800May 1, 2000 · 1772Aug 27, 2000 · 1798Oct 31, 2000 · 1806Dec 9, 2000 · 1814Mar 25, 2001 · 1777Jul 29, 2001 · 1800Nov 3, 2001 · 1782Aug 28, 2002 · 1761Nov 24, 2002 · 1767Mar 16, 2003 · 1745Aug 10, 2003 · 1734Nov 9, 2003 · 1746Dec 31, 2003 · 1735Jun 20, 2004 · 1741Apr 23, 2005 · 1747Jun 26, 2005 · 1731Oct 23, 2005 · 1742Dec 31, 2005 · 1752Aug 5, 2006 · 1761Mar 12, 2007 · 1765Jun 2, 2007 · 1754Sep 17, 2007 · 1759Dec 31, 2007 · 1766Apr 29, 2008 · 1771Jun 18, 2008 · 1755Dec 31, 2008 · 1747Oct 6, 2009 · 1752Oct 25, 2009 · 1763May 29, 2010 · 1748Sep 25, 2010 · 1733Dec 31, 2010 · 1717Sep 24, 2011 · 1701Dec 29, 2015 · 15971597

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Frequently asked questions

When does Kazushi Sakuraba fight next?

Kazushi Sakuraba has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Kazushi Sakuraba's record?

Kazushi Sakuraba's professional MMA record is 26-17-1.

Who is Kazushi Sakuraba fighting next?

Kazushi Sakuraba's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Kazushi Sakuraba fight last?

Kazushi Sakuraba most recently fought Shinya Aoki at Rizin Fighting Federation - Saraba no Utake on Tuesday, December 29, 2015, LOSS (TKO).

What weight class does Kazushi Sakuraba fight in?

Kazushi Sakuraba fights at Welterweight.

How many knockouts does Kazushi Sakuraba have?

Kazushi Sakuraba has 3 wins by KO/TKO and 19 wins by submission.

How tall is Kazushi Sakuraba?

Kazushi Sakuraba is 6'0" (183 cm) tall.

How much does Kazushi Sakuraba weigh?

Kazushi Sakuraba weighs 185 lbs (84 kg).

How old is Kazushi Sakuraba?

Kazushi Sakuraba is 57 years old (born Jul 14, 1969).

Where is Kazushi Sakuraba from?

Kazushi Sakuraba is from Japan.

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