Fighter

Robelis Despaigne

"The Big Boy"

6-2-0★ 1bonus Cuba

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NEXT FIGHT

vs Tai Tuivasa

UFCCrypto.com UFC 331·Saturday, September 19, 2026

Robelis Despaigne holds a professional MMA record of 6-2-0. Their full professional MMA career spans 8 bouts on record. Robelis Despaigne has won 6 fights: 6 by KO/TKO, 0 by submission, 0 by decision. In the UFC, Robelis Despaigne lands 2.11 significant strikes per minute with 59% accuracy and averages 0.00 takedowns per 15 minutes. Robelis Despaigne also has 7 recorded karate bouts. Most recent fight: October 19, 2024. Tracked organizations: UFC.

Profile

Height: 6'7"201 cm
Weight: 265 lbs120 kg
Reach: 84"213 cm
Stance: Orthodox
DOB: 1988-09-09
Age: 37
Nationality: Cuba
Birthplace: Cuba

Career stats

UFC careerRecord: 5-2-0 · Source: UFCStats.com

Striking

Strikes landed2.11per min

59% accuracy

Strikes absorbed2.54per min

46% avoided

Grappling

Takedowns landed0.00per 15 min

0% success

Takedowns stuffed50%

Submission attempts0.0per 15 min

Bonus résumé

Robelis Despaigne has won 1 UFC post-fight bonus. Estimated bonus earnings: $50,000.

★ POTN ×1

★ POTNvs Josh Parisian · UFC 299: O'Malley vs Vera 2Mar 9, 2024

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 Robelis Despaigne earns per fight.

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Upcoming

UFCCrypto.com UFC 331Sep 19, 2026
vs Tai TuivasaHeavyweight

Career history

WIN
vs Junior Dos Santos
Rousey vs. Carano· May 16, 2026· Heavyweight· 5-2 vs 21-10
TKO
LOSS
vs Austen Lane
UFCUFC Fight Night: Hernandez vs Pereira· Oct 19, 2024· Heavyweight· 5-1 vs 12-5
UD
R3 · 5:00
LOSS
vs Waldo Cortes Acosta
UFCUFC Fight Night: Lewis vs Nascimento· May 11, 2024· Heavyweight· 5-0 vs 11-1
UD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Josh Parisian
UFCUFC 299: O'Malley vs Vera 2· Mar 9, 2024· Heavyweight· 4-0 vs 15-7
TKO
R1 · 0:18
POTN
WIN
vs Miles Banks
Fury FC 84: Young vs. Richardson· Dec 3, 2023· Heavyweight· 3-0 vs 1-0
TKO
R1 · 0:04
WIN
vs Stevie Payne
Fury Challenger Series 7· Sep 24, 2023· Heavyweight· 2-0 vs 0-0
TKO
R1 · 0:03
WIN
vs Travis Gregoire
Fury FC 80: Martinez vs. Efrain· Jun 25, 2023· Heavyweight· 1-0 vs 0-0
TKO
R1 · 0:12
WIN
vs Katuma Mulumba
Titan FC 77· Jun 3, 2022· Heavyweight· 0-0 vs 0-0
TKO
R1 · 4:54

Career history data via Tapology.

UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current: 1652▲25
Peak: 1712Mar 9, 2024
Rated fights: 8

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Frequently asked questions

When does Robelis Despaigne fight next?

Robelis Despaigne fights Tai Tuivasa on Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Crypto.com UFC 331.

What is Robelis Despaigne's record?

Robelis Despaigne's professional MMA record is 6-2-0.

Who is Robelis Despaigne fighting next?

Robelis Despaigne's next opponent is Tai Tuivasa at Crypto.com UFC 331.

Who did Robelis Despaigne fight last?

Robelis Despaigne most recently fought Austen Lane at UFC Fight Night: Hernandez vs Pereira on Saturday, October 19, 2024, LOSS (Unanimous Decision).

What weight class does Robelis Despaigne fight in?

Robelis Despaigne fights at Heavyweight.

How many knockouts does Robelis Despaigne have?

Robelis Despaigne has 6 wins by KO/TKO and 0 wins by submission.

How many UFC bonuses has Robelis Despaigne won?

Robelis Despaigne has won 1 UFC post-fight bonus: 1× Performance of the Night.

How tall is Robelis Despaigne?

Robelis Despaigne is 6'7" (201 cm) tall.

How much does Robelis Despaigne weigh?

Robelis Despaigne weighs 265 lbs (120 kg).

What is Robelis Despaigne's reach?

Robelis Despaigne has a reach of 84" (213 cm).

How old is Robelis Despaigne?

Robelis Despaigne is 37 years old (born Sep 9, 1988).

Where is Robelis Despaigne from?

Robelis Despaigne is from Cuba.

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