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Marcio Cruz

"Pe de Pano"
8-3-0BrazilBrazilLast 5
Grappling 16-9

Last fight: Win vs Joe Yager · Submission · Nov 2, 2012

8-3-0 · 6 finishes · Full stats →
LAST FIGHT
LOSSvs Andrei ArlovskiTKO · R1 3:15
UFCUFC 66: Liddell vs Ortiz 2·December 30, 2006

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CAREER SUMMARY

Marcio Cruz holds a professional MMA record of 8-3-0. Cruz has won 8 fights: 2 by KO/TKO, 4 by submission, 2 by decision. Of 3 career losses, 2 came by KO/TKO and 0 by submission. In the UFC, Cruz lands 2.92 significant strikes per minute with 46% accuracy and averages 0.53 takedowns per 15 minutes. Cruz also has 25 recorded Grappling bouts. Most recent fight: December 30, 2006. Tracked organizations: UFC.

Profile

Height
6'4"193 cm
Weight
232 lbs105 kg
Stance
Orthodox
DOB
Apr 24, 1978
Age
48
Nationality
Brazil
Birthplace
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Career history

  1. WIN
    vs Joe Yager
    RFA 4: Griffin vs. Escudero· Nov 2, 2012· Light Heavyweight· 8-3 vs 5-1
    SUB
    R2 · 4:16
  2. LOSS
    vs Glover Teixeira
    Rio de Janeiro Regional· Jul 20, 2011· 7-3 vs 14-2
    TKO
  3. WIN
    vs David Yost
    Art of Fighting· Apr 3, 2010· 7-2 vs 6-2
    SUB
  4. WIN
    vs Tom Sauer
    Art of Fighting· Aug 22, 2009· 6-2 vs 22-12
    TKO
  5. WIN
    vs Dan Christison
    Intimidation Cage Fighting· Apr 11, 2009· 5-2 vs 16-7
    DEC
  6. WIN
    vs Mu Bae Choi
    Sengoku 3· Jun 8, 2008· Heavyweight· 4-2 vs 7-3
    SUB
    R1 · 4:37
  7. WIN
    vs Rafael Cavalcante
    IFL 15: Las Vegas· Jun 16, 2007· Heavyweight· 3-2 vs 4-1
    DQ
    R3 · 3:42
  8. LOSS
    vs Andrei Arlovski
    UFC 66: Liddell vs Ortiz 2· Dec 30, 2006· Heavyweight· 2-2 vs 11-5
    TKO
    R1 · 3:15
  9. LOSS
    vs Jeff Monson
    UFC 59: Reality Check· Apr 15, 2006· Heavyweight· 2-1 vs 22-5
    SD
    R3 · 5:00
  10. WIN
    vs Frank Mir
    UFC 57: Liddell vs Couture 3· Feb 4, 2006· Heavyweight· 2-0 vs 8-2
    TKO
    R1 · 4:10
  11. WIN
    vs Keigo Kunihara
    UFC 55: Fury· Oct 7, 2005· Heavyweight· 1-0 vs 3-2
    SUB
    R2 · 1:02

Fight DNA

Submission Ace

UFCalendar's style model · Heavyweight roster (255 fighters)

PowerSpeedPrecisionDurabilityEngineWrestlingGround
Punch power47
Kick power93
Punch speed59
Kick speed96
Accuracy58
Takedowns88
Ground striking98
Submissions97
Chin85
Body strength81
Cardio73

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

By the numbers

Pro MMARecord: 8-3-0 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed2.92per min
46% accuracy
Strikes absorbed1.51per min
69% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed0.53per 15 min
7% success
Takedowns stuffed38%
Submission attempts1.6per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 2-2-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed2.92per min
46% accuracy
Strikes absorbed1.51per min
69% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed0.53per 15 min
7% success
Takedowns stuffed38%
Submission attempts1.6per 15 min
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Peak
1729Apr 3, 2010
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Frequently asked questions

When does Marcio Cruz fight next?

Marcio Cruz has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Marcio Cruz's record?

Marcio Cruz's professional MMA record is 8-3-0.

Who is Marcio Cruz fighting next?

Marcio Cruz's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Marcio Cruz fight last?

Marcio Cruz most recently fought Andrei Arlovski at UFC 66: Liddell vs Ortiz 2 on Saturday, December 30, 2006, LOSS (TKO).

What weight class does Marcio Cruz fight in?

Marcio Cruz fights at Heavyweight.

How many knockouts does Marcio Cruz have?

Marcio Cruz has 2 wins by KO/TKO and 4 wins by submission.

How tall is Marcio Cruz?

Marcio Cruz is 6'4" (193 cm) tall.

How much does Marcio Cruz weigh?

Marcio Cruz weighs 232 lbs (105 kg).

How old is Marcio Cruz?

Marcio Cruz is 48 years old (born Apr 24, 1978).

Where is Marcio Cruz from?

Marcio Cruz is from Brazil.

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