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Matt Serra

"The Terra"
11-7-0★ 3bonusesUnited StatesUnited StatesLast 5
Amateur MMA 1-0Grappling 2-1
11-7-0 · 7 finishes · Full stats →
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CAREER SUMMARY

Matt Serra holds a professional MMA record of 11-7-0. Matt Serra has won 11 fights: 2 by KO/TKO, 5 by submission, 4 by decision. Of 7 career losses, 2 came by KO/TKO and 0 by submission. In the UFC, Matt Serra lands 1.98 significant strikes per minute with 39% accuracy and averages 2.05 takedowns per 15 minutes. Matt Serra also has 3 recorded Grappling bouts. Most recent fight: September 25, 2010. Tracked organizations: UFC.

Profile

Height
5'6"168 cm
Weight
170 lbs77 kg
Reach
68"173 cm
Stance
Orthodox
DOB
1974-06-02
Age
52
Nationality
United States
Birthplace
East Meadow, New York, United States

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

  • Serra-Longo Fight Team

Fight DNA

Grappling Specialist

UFCalendar's style model · Welterweight roster (258 fighters)

PowerSpeedPrecisionDurabilityEngineWrestlingGround
Punch power94
Kick power83
Punch speed59
Kick speed78
Accuracy49
Takedowns94
Ground striking95
Submissions94
Chin86
Body strength64
Cardio69

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

By the numbers

UFC careerRecord: 7-7-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed1.98per min
39% accuracy
Strikes absorbed2.64per min
46% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed2.05per 15 min
20% success
Takedowns stuffed38%
Submission attempts0.9per 15 min
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Where they rank

All-time boards where Matt Serra sits in the top 25.

Bonus résumé

Matt Serra has won 3 UFC post-fight bonuses.

★ FOTN ×1★ KOTN ×2
  1. ★ KOTNvs Frank Trigg · UFC 109: RELENTLESSFeb 6, 2010
  2. ★ FOTNvs Matt Hughes · UFC 98: EVANS vs MACHIDAMay 23, 2009
  3. ★ KOTNvs Georges St-Pierre · UFC 69: SHOOTOUTApr 7, 2007

Estimates use each era's real amount: $50,000 from 2012, $100,000 from UFC 324, plus $25,000 finish incentives. 3 pre-2012 awards are not priced · amounts varied per event.

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Salary & career earnings

Disclosed purses, reported paydays and what we estimate Matt Serra earns per fight.

Matt Serra's salary & career earnings →

Career history

  1. LOSS
    vs Chris Lytle
    UFCUFC 119: Mir vs Cro Cop· Sep 25, 2010· Welterweight· 11-7 vs 30-17-5
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  2. WIN
    vs Frank Trigg
    UFCUFC 109: RELENTLESS· Feb 6, 2010· Welterweight· 11-6 vs 19-8
    TKO
    R1 · 2:23
    KOTN
  3. LOSS
    vs Matt Hughes
    UFCUFC 98: EVANS vs MACHIDA· May 23, 2009· Welterweight· 10-6 vs 43-7
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
    FOTN
  4. LOSS
    vs Georges St-PierreTitle bout
    UFCUFC 83: SERRA vs ST-PIERRE 2· Apr 19, 2008· Welterweight· 10-5 vs 16-2
    TKO
    R2 · 4:45
  5. WIN
    vs Georges St-Pierre×2Title bout · Title win #2
    UFCUFC 69: SHOOTOUT· Apr 7, 2007· Welterweight· 10-4 vs 13-2
    TKO
    R1 · 3:25
    KOTN
  6. WIN
    vs Chris Lytle×1Title bout · Title win #1
    UFCThe Ultimate Fighter: The Comeback Finale· Nov 11, 2006· Ultimate Fighter 4 Welterweight· 9-4 vs 22-13-5
    SD
    R3 · 5:00
  7. LOSS
    vs Karo Parisyan
    UFCUFC 53: Heavy Hitters· Jun 4, 2005· Welterweight· 8-4 vs 14-3
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  8. WIN
    vs Ivan Menjivar
    UFCUFC 48: Payback· Jun 19, 2004· Lightweight· 8-3 vs 13-4
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  9. WIN
    vs Jeff Curran
    UFCUFC 46: Super Natural· Jan 31, 2004· Lightweight· 7-3 vs 17-7-1
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  10. LOSS
    vs Din Thomas
    UFCUFC 41: Onslaught· Feb 28, 2003· Lightweight· 6-3 vs 16-3
    SD
    R3 · 5:00
  11. LOSS
    vs BJ Penn
    UFCUFC 39: The Warriors Return· Sep 27, 2002· Lightweight· 6-2 vs 5-1
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  12. WIN
    vs Kelly Dullanty
    UFCUFC 36: Worlds Collide· Mar 22, 2002· Lightweight· 6-1 vs 4-1
    SUB
    R1 · 2:58
  13. WIN
    vs Yves Edwards
    UFCUFC 33: Victory In Vegas· Sep 28, 2001· Welterweight· 5-1 vs 18-6-1
    MD
    R3 · 5:00
  14. LOSS
    vs Shonie Carter
    UFCUFC 31: Locked & Loaded· May 4, 2001· Welterweight· 4-1 vs 19-5-5
    TKO
    R3 · 4:51
  15. WIN
    vs TBA
    New York Regional· Feb 24, 2001· 4-0
    SUB
  16. WIN
    vs TBA
    New York Regional· Jan 29, 2000· 3-0
    SUB
  17. WIN
    vs TBA
    New York Regional· Aug 21, 1999· 2-0
    SUB
  18. WIN
    vs TBA
    New York Regional· Apr 1, 1998· 1-0
    SUB

UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1682▼21
Peak
1703Feb 6, 2010
Rated fights
14
15001600170020022004200620082010May 4, 2001 · 1471Sep 28, 2001 · 1535Mar 22, 2002 · 1611Sep 27, 2002 · 1585Feb 28, 2003 · 1570Jan 31, 2004 · 1618Jun 19, 2004 · 1646Jun 4, 2005 · 1625Nov 11, 2006 · 1627Apr 7, 2007 · 1699Apr 19, 2008 · 1677May 23, 2009 · 1660Feb 6, 2010 · 1703Sep 25, 2010 · 16821682

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Frequently asked questions

When does Matt Serra fight next?

Matt Serra has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Matt Serra's record?

Matt Serra's professional MMA record is 11-7-0.

Who is Matt Serra fighting next?

Matt Serra's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Matt Serra fight last?

Matt Serra most recently fought Chris Lytle at UFC 119: Mir vs Cro Cop on Saturday, September 25, 2010, LOSS (Unanimous Decision).

What weight class does Matt Serra fight in?

Matt Serra fights at Welterweight.

How many knockouts does Matt Serra have?

Matt Serra has 2 wins by KO/TKO and 5 wins by submission.

How many UFC bonuses has Matt Serra won?

Matt Serra has won 3 UFC post-fight bonuses: 1× Fight of the Night, 2× KO of the Night.

How tall is Matt Serra?

Matt Serra is 5'6" (168 cm) tall.

How much does Matt Serra weigh?

Matt Serra weighs 170 lbs (77 kg).

What is Matt Serra's reach?

Matt Serra has a reach of 68" (173 cm).

How old is Matt Serra?

Matt Serra is 52 years old (born Jun 2, 1974).

Where is Matt Serra from?

Matt Serra is from United States.