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Shamar Bailey

"The Watchman"
16-11-0United StatesUnited StatesLast 5
Amateur MMA 1-0

Last fight: Loss vs Mark Stoddard · TKO · Oct 4, 2014

16-11-0 · 8 finishes · Full stats →
LAST FIGHT
LOSSvs Josh ShockleyUD · R3 5:00
BellatorBFC: Bellator Fighting Championships 60·March 9, 2012

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CAREER SUMMARY

Shamar Bailey holds a professional MMA record of 16-11-0. Bailey has won 16 fights: 5 by KO/TKO, 3 by submission, 8 by decision. Of 11 career losses, 6 came by KO/TKO and 1 by submission. In the UFC, Bailey lands 2.04 significant strikes per minute with 25% accuracy and averages 2.15 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: March 9, 2012. Tracked organizations: BELLATOR, UFC, STRIKEFORCE.

Profile

Height
5'9"175 cm
Weight
155 lbs70 kg
Reach
75"191 cm
Stance
Southpaw
DOB
Sep 22, 1982
Age
44
Nationality
United States
Birthplace
Chicago, Illinois, United States

Career history

  1. LOSS
    vs Mark Stoddard
    Pinnacle Combat· Oct 4, 2014· 16-11 vs 10-7
    TKO
  2. LOSS
    vs Kevin Nowaczyk
    HFC 19: Tweedy vs. Shoaff· Feb 8, 2014· Welterweight· 16-10 vs 14-3
    UD
  3. WIN
    vs Jordin Hinman
    APFC 11: Champion vs. Champion· Jun 22, 2013· 16-9 vs 2-4
    UD
  4. LOSS
    vs Luis Santos
    XFC 23: Louisville Slugfest· Apr 19, 2013· Welterweight· 15-9 vs 55-9-1
    TKO
    R1 · 1:02
  5. WIN
    vs Gideon Ray
    Flawless FC 2· Dec 15, 2012· Welterweight· 15-8 vs 17-15-1
    UD
  6. WIN
    vs David Overfield
    Colosseum Combat 22· Sep 29, 2012· 14-8 vs 6-3
    TKO
    R2 · 0:18
  7. LOSS
    vs Joshua Williams
    Warfare FC· Aug 24, 2012· 13-8 vs 1-0
    SUB
  8. LOSS
    vs Lucas Pimenta
    UWF 2· May 4, 2012· Welterweight· 13-7 vs 6-1
    TKO
    R1 · 2:30
  9. LOSS
    vs Josh Shockley
    BFC: Bellator Fighting Championships 60· Mar 9, 2012· Lightweight· 13-6 vs 9-1-1
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  10. WIN
    vs Darrell Smith
    Colosseum Combat 19· Jan 7, 2012· Lightweight· 13-5 vs 17-19-1
    SUB
    R3 · 3:53
  11. LOSS
    vs Danny Castillo
    UFC 139: Shogun vs Henderson· Nov 19, 2011· Lightweight· 12-5 vs 12-4
    TKO
    R1 · 4:52
  12. LOSS
    vs Evan Dunham
    UFC Fight Night: Shields vs Ellenberger· Sep 17, 2011· Lightweight· 12-4 vs 12-2
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  13. WIN
    vs Ryan McGillivray
    UFC · The Ultimate Fighter: Team Lesnar vs Team dos Santos Finale· Jun 4, 2011· Welterweight· 12-3 vs 11-5-1
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  14. LOSS
    vs Kurt Kinser
    LFC 41: Damage Incorporated· Sep 10, 2010· Welterweight· 11-3 vs 5-0
    TKO
    R1 · 5:00
  15. LOSS
    vs Justin Wilcox
    Strikeforce: Challengers 7· Mar 25, 2010· Catchweight· 11-2 vs 9-3
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  16. WIN
    vs John Kolosci
    Strikeforce - Fedor vs Rogers· Nov 7, 2009· Middleweight· 11-1 vs 12-6
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  17. WIN
    vs Raymond Jarman
    M-1 Challenge 18· Aug 16, 2009· Welterweight· 10-1 vs 13-11-1
    TKO
    R2 · 3:15
  18. WIN
    vs Rodney Sleepers
    KOTC Underground 39· Jun 20, 2009· Welterweight· 9-1 vs 3-1
    UD
  19. WIN
    vs Unknown opponent
    Indiana Regional· Dec 13, 2008· 8-1
    SUB
  20. LOSS
    vs Roger Bowling
    Kentucky Regional· Apr 26, 2008· 7-1 vs 3-0
    TKO
  21. WIN
    vs Gabriel Miranda
    Colorado Regional· Feb 9, 2008· 7-0 vs 2-5
    DQ
  22. WIN
    vs Waachiim Spiritwolf
    Revolution FL 1· Dec 1, 2007· Welterweight· 6-0 vs 3-3
    UD
  23. WIN
    vs Matt Delanoit
    Indiana Regional· Aug 11, 2007· 5-0 vs 8-3
    DEC
  24. WIN
    vs Unknown opponent
    Madtown Throwdown· Jan 12, 2007· 4-0
    TKO
  25. WIN
    vs Salazar Sanchez
    Legends of Fighting Championship· Dec 31, 2006· 3-0 vs 0-2
    TKO
  26. WIN
    vs Courtney Ray
    Indiana Regional· Oct 20, 2006· 2-0 vs 1-3
    SUB
  27. WIN
    vs Unknown opponent
    Indiana Regional· Aug 25, 2006· 1-0
    TKO

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

  • Integrated Fighting Academy

Career stats

Pro MMARecord: 16-11-0 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed2.04per min
25% accuracy
Strikes absorbed3.81per min
72% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed2.15per 15 min
36% success
Takedowns stuffed25%
Submission attempts0.0per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 1-2-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed2.04per min
25% accuracy
Strikes absorbed3.81per min
72% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed2.15per 15 min
36% success
Takedowns stuffed25%
Submission attempts0.0per 15 min
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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1537▼10
Peak
1646Nov 7, 2009
Rated fights
24
15001550160016502007200920112013Oct 20, 2006 · 1539Dec 31, 2006 · 1571Aug 11, 2007 · 1599Dec 1, 2007 · 1619Feb 9, 2008 · 1634Apr 26, 2008 · 1587Jun 20, 2009 · 1599Aug 16, 2009 · 1629Nov 7, 2009 · 1646Mar 26, 2010 · 1624Sep 10, 2010 · 1600Jun 4, 2011 · 1626Sep 17, 2011 · 1610Nov 20, 2011 · 1583Jan 7, 2012 · 1602Mar 9, 2012 · 1584May 4, 2012 · 1565Aug 24, 2012 · 1536Sep 29, 2012 · 1546Dec 15, 2012 · 1553Apr 19, 2013 · 1545Jun 22, 2013 · 1552Feb 8, 2014 · 1547Oct 4, 2014 · 15371537

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Frequently asked questions

When does Shamar Bailey fight next?

Shamar Bailey has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Shamar Bailey's record?

Shamar Bailey's professional MMA record is 16-11-0.

Who is Shamar Bailey fighting next?

Shamar Bailey's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Shamar Bailey fight last?

Shamar Bailey most recently fought Josh Shockley at BFC: Bellator Fighting Championships 60 on Friday, March 9, 2012, LOSS (Unanimous Decision).

What weight class does Shamar Bailey fight in?

Shamar Bailey fights at Lightweight.

How many knockouts does Shamar Bailey have?

Shamar Bailey has 5 wins by KO/TKO and 3 wins by submission.

How tall is Shamar Bailey?

Shamar Bailey is 5'9" (175 cm) tall.

How much does Shamar Bailey weigh?

Shamar Bailey weighs 155 lbs (70 kg).

What is Shamar Bailey's reach?

Shamar Bailey has a reach of 75" (191 cm).

How old is Shamar Bailey?

Shamar Bailey is 44 years old (born Sep 22, 1982).

Where is Shamar Bailey from?

Shamar Bailey is from the United States.

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