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Shane Nelson

"Sugar"
16-7-0United StatesUnited StatesLast 5
16-7-0 · 8 finishes · Full stats →
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CAREER SUMMARY

Shane Nelson holds a professional MMA record of 16-7-0. Shane Nelson has won 16 fights: 5 by KO/TKO, 3 by submission, 8 by decision. Of 7 career losses, 0 came by KO/TKO and 1 by submission. In the UFC, Shane Nelson lands 1.38 significant strikes per minute with 31% accuracy and averages 1.31 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: December 11, 2009. Tracked organizations: UFC.

Profile

Height
5'9"175 cm
Weight
155 lbs70 kg
Reach
70"178 cm
Stance
Southpaw
DOB
1984-11-29
Age
41
Nationality
United States

Fight DNA

Grappling Specialist

UFCalendar's style model · Lightweight roster (302 fighters)

PowerSpeedPrecisionDurabilityEngineWrestlingGround
Punch power78
Kick power65
Punch speed65
Kick speed61
Accuracy48
Takedowns94
Ground striking97
Submissions95
Chin77
Body strength67
Cardio68

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

By the numbers

UFC careerRecord: 2-2-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed1.38per min
31% accuracy
Strikes absorbed2.84per min
61% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed1.31per 15 min
18% success
Takedowns stuffed54%
Submission attempts1.6per 15 min
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Salary & career earnings

Disclosed purses, reported paydays and what we estimate Shane Nelson earns per fight.

Shane Nelson's salary & career earnings →

Career history

  1. WIN
    vs Kaleo Kwan
    Just Scrap· Jun 21, 2014· Welterweight· 16-7 vs 12-15
    MD
  2. LOSS
    vs Graham Spencer
    MFC 35: Explosive Encounter· Oct 26, 2012· Featherweight· 15-7 vs 9-1
    UD
  3. LOSS
    vs Takasuke Kume
    Shooto· Feb 12, 2012· 15-6 vs 11-2-3
    SUB
  4. WIN
    vs Lance Wipf
    Superior Cage Combat 3· Nov 4, 2011· Lightweight· 15-5 vs 8-5
    TKO
    R2 · 2:15
  5. WIN
    vs Aaron Wetherspoon
    Shark Fights 18· Aug 19, 2011· Lightweight· 14-5 vs 9-4
    TKO
    R2 · 1:30
  6. WIN
    vs Jai Bradney
    Nitro MMA· Mar 19, 2011· 13-5 vs 10-6-1
    SUB
  7. LOSS
    vs Matt Wiman
    UFCUFC 107: Penn vs Sanchez· Dec 11, 2009· Lightweight· 12-5 vs 11-5
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  8. LOSS
    vs Aaron Riley
    UFCUFC 101: DECLARATION· Aug 8, 2009· Lightweight· 12-4 vs 29-11-1
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  9. WIN
    vs Aaron Riley
    UFCUFC 96: Jackson vs Jardine· Mar 6, 2009· Lightweight· 12-3 vs 28-11-1
    TKO
    R1 · 0:44
  10. WIN
    vs George Roop
    UFCThe Ultimate Fighter: Team Nogueira vs. Team Mir Finale· Dec 13, 2008· Lightweight· 11-3 vs 8-4
    SD
    R3 · 5:00
  11. WIN
    vs Kaleo Kwan
    X-1 World Events 16· Jan 26, 2008· Lightweight· 10-3 vs 8-8
    SD
  12. WIN
    vs Harris Sarmiento
    Gracie FC: Proving Ground 2· Oct 6, 2007· Lightweight· 9-3 vs 24-17
    UD
  13. WIN
    vs Mike Cuban
    Rumble On The Rock· Jul 14, 2007· Welterweight· 8-3 vs 1-1
    TKO
  14. WIN
    vs Kolo Koka×1Title bout · Title win #1
    X-1 World Events 9· Mar 17, 2007· Welterweight· 7-3 vs 12-9
    UD
  15. WIN
    vs Aleka Rincon
    Rumble On The Rock· Oct 21, 2006· Lightweight· 6-3 vs 3-2-1
    UD
  16. WIN
    vs Tyler Kahihikolo
    Rumble On The Rock· Jun 17, 2006· Lightweight· 5-3 vs 0-1
    UD
  17. LOSS
    vs Jamal Perkins
    X-1 World Events 5· Mar 18, 2006· Welterweight· 4-3 vs 9-2
    UD
  18. WIN
    vs Isaac Kuikahi
    Rumble On The Rock· Nov 5, 2005· Lightweight· 4-2 vs 0-1
    SUB
    R1 · 3:09
  19. LOSS
    vs Robert Villapondo
    Rumble On The Rock· Oct 7, 2005· Welterweight· 3-2 vs 5-2-2
    MD
  20. LOSS
    vs Harris Sarmiento
    Rumble On The Rock· Jul 9, 2005· Lightweight· 3-1 vs 20-10
    UD
  21. WIN
    vs Kaleo Kwan
    Punishment In Paradise 9· Jan 22, 2005· Welterweight· 3-0 vs 1-1
    MD
  22. WIN
    vs Duke Saragosa
    Rumble On The Rock· Sep 18, 2004· Welterweight· 2-0 vs 0-1
    TKO
  23. WIN
    vs Wayne Salazar
    So You Think You're Tough 5· Aug 28, 2004· Featherweight· 1-0 vs 0-2
    SUB
    R1 · 2:29

UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1631▲5
Peak
1697Mar 7, 2009
Rated fights
23
15001600170020052007200920112013Aug 28, 2004 · 1539Sep 18, 2004 · 1575Jan 22, 2005 · 1600Jul 9, 2005 · 1573Oct 7, 2005 · 1540Nov 5, 2005 · 1576Mar 18, 2006 · 1560Jun 17, 2006 · 1574Oct 21, 2006 · 1590Mar 17, 2007 · 1612Jul 14, 2007 · 1631Oct 6, 2007 · 1646Jan 26, 2008 · 1652Dec 13, 2008 · 1660Mar 7, 2009 · 1697Aug 8, 2009 · 1670Dec 12, 2009 · 1647Mar 19, 2011 · 1658Aug 19, 2011 · 1668Nov 4, 2011 · 1677Feb 12, 2012 · 1664Oct 26, 2012 · 1657Jun 21, 2014 · 16311631

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Frequently asked questions

When does Shane Nelson fight next?

Shane Nelson has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Shane Nelson's record?

Shane Nelson's professional MMA record is 16-7-0.

Who is Shane Nelson fighting next?

Shane Nelson's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Shane Nelson fight last?

Shane Nelson most recently fought Matt Wiman at UFC 107: Penn vs Sanchez on Friday, December 11, 2009, LOSS (Unanimous Decision).

What weight class does Shane Nelson fight in?

Shane Nelson fights at Lightweight.

How many knockouts does Shane Nelson have?

Shane Nelson has 5 wins by KO/TKO and 3 wins by submission.

How tall is Shane Nelson?

Shane Nelson is 5'9" (175 cm) tall.

How much does Shane Nelson weigh?

Shane Nelson weighs 155 lbs (70 kg).

What is Shane Nelson's reach?

Shane Nelson has a reach of 70" (178 cm).

How old is Shane Nelson?

Shane Nelson is 41 years old (born Nov 29, 1984).

Where is Shane Nelson from?

Shane Nelson is from United States.