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Rei Tsuruya

12-1-0JapanJapanLast 5
Amateur MMA 1-0
12-1-0 · 10 finishes · Full stats →
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CAREER SUMMARY

Rei Tsuruya holds a professional MMA record of 12-1-0. Rei Tsuruya has won 12 fights: 4 by KO/TKO, 6 by submission, 2 by decision. In the UFC, Rei Tsuruya lands 2.85 significant strikes per minute with 54% accuracy and averages 5.17 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: August 29, 2026. Tracked organizations: UFC.

Profile

Height
5'6"168 cm
Weight
125 lbs57 kg
Reach
68"173 cm
Stance
Orthodox
DOB
2002-06-22
Age
24
Nationality
Japan
Birthplace
Kashiwa, Chiba, Japan

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

BaseFreestyle WrestlingGreco-Roman WrestlingBJJ
  • 2024Road to UFC Season 2 flyweight tournament winner · UFC (Road to UFC)
  • 20228th Flyweight King of Pancrase · Pancrase
  • 2020Runner-up · Japan HS Nationals · cadet · 60kg
  • 2019Qualifier · World Championships UWW · cadet · 55kg
  • 2013Champion · Abu Dhabi World Pro · youth
  • Runner-up · JOC Junior Olympic Cup · cadet
  • Champion · Japan Interhigh Team · cadet
  • Champion · Japan Elementary Nationals · youth
  • Champion · All Japan Kids Sambo · youth
  • Brown belt · BJJ
  • Amateur MMA 6-0 · Record
  • Nippon Sport Science University Kashiwa High School · Wrestling · ~2018-2021
  • AGE 3Started in Freestyle Wrestling
  • Started in BJJ
  • Started in Sambo

Camp

  • THE BLACKBELT JAPAN · Matsudo, Chiba, Japan
  • Paraestra Matsudo · Matsudo, Chiba, Japan Former

Coaches

  • Hiroshi Tsuruya · Head coach
  • Hiromasa Ogikubo · Cornerman
  • Yoshihiro Koyama · Cornerman
  • Hiroaki Okonogi · Cornerman
  • Shinsuke Nakamura · Cornerman

Career stats

UFC careerRecord: 3-1-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed2.85per min
54% accuracy
Strikes absorbed1.79per min
43% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed5.17per 15 min
37% success
Takedowns stuffed50%
Submission attempts2.1per 15 min
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Salary & career earnings

Disclosed purses, reported paydays and what we estimate Rei Tsuruya earns per fight.

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Career history

  1. WIN
    vs Kevin Borjas
    UFCUFC Fight Night: Nurmagomedov vs Song· Aug 29, 2026· Flyweight· 12-1 vs 11-6
    SUB
    R1 · 4:14
  2. WIN
    vs Luis Gurule
    UFCUFC Fight Night: Song vs Figueiredo· May 30, 2026· Bantamweight· 11-1 vs 11-4
    SUB
    R1 · 3:19
  3. LOSS
    vs Joshua Van
    UFCUFC 313: Pereira vs Ankalaev· Mar 8, 2025· Flyweight· 10-1 vs 13-2
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  4. WIN
    vs Carlos Hernandez
    UFCUFC 303: Pereira vs Procházka 2· Jun 29, 2024· Flyweight· 10-0 vs 9-4
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  5. WIN
    vs Jiniushiyue
    Road to UFC· Feb 3, 2024· Flyweight· 9-0 vs 13-3
    TKO
    R1 · 4:59
  6. WIN
    vs Mark Climaco
    Road to UFC· Aug 27, 2023· Flyweight· 8-0 vs 9-2
    UD
  7. WIN
    vs Ronal Siahaan
    Road to UFC· May 27, 2023· Flyweight· 7-0 vs 7-1
    SUB
    R2 · 1:19
  8. WIN
    vs Satoru Enomoto
    Pancrase 330· Dec 25, 2022· Flyweight· 6-0 vs 8-4
    SUB
    R2 · 1:03
  9. WIN
    vs Masatoshi Ueda ("Masatatsu")
    Pancrase 329· Sep 11, 2022· Flyweight· 5-0 vs 18-8-2
    TKO
    R1 · 2:33
  10. WIN
    vs Taiki Akiba
    Pancrase 327· Apr 29, 2022· Flyweight· 4-0 vs 11-11-1
    SUB
    R1 · 3:42
  11. WIN
    vs Kenta Kubo
    DEEP 104 Impact· Oct 23, 2021· Flyweight· 3-0 vs 4-2
    TKO
    R1 · 3:55
  12. WIN
    vs Ryo Araki
    DEEP 102 Impact· Jul 4, 2021· Flyweight· 2-0 vs 1-3
    SUB
    R1 · 2:05
  13. WIN
    vs Tatsuki Okano
    DEEP 100 IMPACT· Feb 21, 2021· Flyweight· 1-0 vs 4-4
    TKO
    R2 · 2:17

Official UFC Ranking

Rei Tsuruya's standing in the official UFC rankings, tracked since 2013.

Current
Unranked
Meta rank
#13 Flyweight

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1828▲19
Peak
1830Jun 30, 2024
Rated fights
13
150016001700180020222023202420252026Feb 21, 2021 · 1543Jul 4, 2021 · 1585Oct 23, 2021 · 1634Apr 29, 2022 · 1674Sep 11, 2022 · 1724Dec 25, 2022 · 1760May 27, 2023 · 1783Aug 27, 2023 · 1796Feb 3, 2024 · 1816Jun 30, 2024 · 1830Mar 9, 2025 · 1801May 30, 2026 · 1809Aug 29, 2026 · 18281828

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Frequently asked questions

When does Rei Tsuruya fight next?

Rei Tsuruya has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Rei Tsuruya's record?

Rei Tsuruya's professional MMA record is 12-1-0.

Who is Rei Tsuruya fighting next?

Rei Tsuruya's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Rei Tsuruya fight last?

Rei Tsuruya most recently fought Kevin Borjas at UFC Fight Night: Nurmagomedov vs Song on Saturday, August 29, 2026, WIN (Submission).

What weight class does Rei Tsuruya fight in?

Rei Tsuruya fights at Flyweight.

How many knockouts does Rei Tsuruya have?

Rei Tsuruya has 4 wins by KO/TKO and 6 wins by submission.

How tall is Rei Tsuruya?

Rei Tsuruya is 5'6" (168 cm) tall.

How much does Rei Tsuruya weigh?

Rei Tsuruya weighs 125 lbs (57 kg).

What is Rei Tsuruya's reach?

Rei Tsuruya has a reach of 68" (173 cm).

How old is Rei Tsuruya?

Rei Tsuruya is 24 years old (born Jun 22, 2002).

Where is Rei Tsuruya from?

Rei Tsuruya is from Japan.