Fighter

Tim Kennedy

18-6-0★ 2bonuses United States

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Tim Kennedy holds a professional MMA record of 18-6-0. Their full professional MMA career spans 24 bouts on record. Tim Kennedy has won 18 fights: 6 by KO/TKO, 8 by submission, 4 by decision. Of 6 career losses, 3 came by KO/TKO and 0 by submission. In the UFC, Tim Kennedy lands 2.78 significant strikes per minute with 47% accuracy and averages 2.58 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: December 11, 2016. Tracked organizations: UFC.

Profile

Height: 5'11"180 cm
Weight: 185 lbs84 kg
Reach: 74"188 cm
Stance: Orthodox
DOB: 1979-09-01
Age: 46
Nationality: United States
Birthplace: San Luis Obispo, California, United States

Fight DNA

Grappling Specialist

UFCalendar's style model · Middleweight roster (229 fighters)

Punch power75

Kick power93

Punch speed72

Kick speed88

Accuracy68

Takedowns97

Ground striking96

Submissions77

Chin68

Body strength91

Cardio87

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

By the numbers

UFC careerRecord: 18-6-0 · Source: UFCStats.com

Striking

Strikes landed2.78per min

47% accuracy

Strikes absorbed1.84per min

62% avoided

Grappling

Takedowns landed2.58per 15 min

35% success

Takedowns stuffed70%

Submission attempts0.7per 15 min

Bonus résumé

Tim Kennedy has won 2 UFC post-fight bonuses. Estimated bonus earnings: $100,000.

★ FOTN ×1★ KOTN ×1

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 Tim Kennedy earns per fight.

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Career history

LOSS
vs Kelvin Gastelum
UFCUFC 206: Holloway vs Pettis· Dec 11, 2016· Middleweight· 18-5 vs 13-2
TKO
R3 · 2:45
LOSS
vs Yoel Romero
UFCUFC 178: Johnson vs Cariaso· Sep 27, 2014· Middleweight· 18-4 vs 8-1
TKO
R3 · 0:58
FOTN
WIN
vs Michael Bisping
UFCUFC Fight Night: Bisping vs Kennedy· Apr 16, 2014· Middleweight· 17-4 vs 24-5
UD
R5 · 5:00
WIN
vs Rafael Natal
UFCUFC Fight Night: Kennedy vs Natal· Nov 6, 2013· Middleweight· 16-4 vs 17-4-1
TKO
R1 · 4:40
KOTN
WIN
vs Roger Gracie
UFCUFC 162: Silva vs Weidman· Jul 6, 2013· Middleweight· 15-4 vs 6-1
UD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Trevor Smith
Strikeforce· Jan 12, 2013· Middleweight· 14-4 vs 9-2
SUB
R3 · 1:36
LOSS
vs Luke Rockhold
Strikeforce· Jul 14, 2012· Middleweight· 14-3 vs 9-1
UD
WIN
vs Robbie Lawler
Strikeforce· Jul 30, 2011· Middleweight· 13-3 vs 18-7
UD
WIN
vs Melvin Manhoef
Strikeforce· Mar 5, 2011· Middleweight· 12-3 vs 24-8-1
SUB
R1 · 3:41
LOSS
vs Jacare Souza
Strikeforce· Aug 21, 2010· Middleweight· 12-2 vs 12-2
UD
WIN
vs Trevor Prangley
Strikeforce· Jun 17, 2010· Middleweight· 11-2 vs 24-5-1
SUB
R1 · 3:35
WIN
vs Zak Cummings
Strikeforce Challengers 3· Sep 25, 2009· Middleweight· 10-2 vs 10-0
SUB
R2 · 2:43
WIN
vs Nick Thompson
Strikeforce Challengers 2· Jun 19, 2009· Middleweight· 9-2 vs 38-10-1
SUB
R2 · 2:37
WIN
vs Elias Rivera
IFL 19: World Grand Prix Finals· Dec 29, 2007· Middleweight· 8-2 vs 4-4
TKO
R1 · 2:00
LOSS
vs Jason Miller
Texas Regional· Dec 15, 2007· 8-1 vs 19-5
DEC
WIN
vs Ryan McGivern
IFL 13: Chicago· May 19, 2007· Middleweight· 7-1 vs 10-4
SUB
R2 · 1:25
WIN
vs Dante Rivera
IFL 9: Atlanta· Feb 23, 2007· 6-1 vs 9-2
SUB
R2 · 2:29
WIN
vs Hector Urbina
FightFest· Sep 23, 2006· 5-1 vs 2-0
TKO
WIN
vs Cruz Chacon
Extreme Challenge 50· Feb 23, 2003· Middleweight· 4-1 vs 7-5
TKO
R2 · 1:21
WIN
vs Jason Miller
Extreme Challenge 50· Feb 23, 2003· Middleweight· 3-1 vs 7-2
UD
WIN
vs Ryan Narte
Extreme Challenge 50· Feb 23, 2003· Middleweight· 2-1 vs 1-2
TKO
R1 · 1:22
WIN
vs Mack Brewer
WEC 5: Halloween Fury· Oct 18, 2002· 1-1 vs 0-0
TKO
R1 · 1:03
WIN
vs Jody Burke
IFC: Warriors Challenge 16· Nov 9, 2001· Welterweight· 0-1 vs 0-3
SUB
R1 · 0:44
LOSS
vs Scott Smith
IFC: Warriors Challenge 15· Aug 31, 2001· Middleweight· 0-0 vs 1-0
TKO
R1 · 2:53

Career history data via Tapology.

Official UFC Ranking

Tim Kennedy's standing in the official UFC rankings, tracked since 2013.

Current: Unranked
Peak: #5 Middleweight
First ranked: Nov 8, 2013
Times ranked: 126

Middleweight

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current: 1676▼7
Peak: 1805Apr 16, 2014
Rated fights: 24

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Frequently asked questions

When does Tim Kennedy fight next?

Tim Kennedy has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Tim Kennedy's record?

Tim Kennedy's professional MMA record is 18-6-0.

Who is Tim Kennedy fighting next?

Tim Kennedy's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Tim Kennedy fight last?

Tim Kennedy most recently fought Kelvin Gastelum at UFC 206: Holloway vs Pettis on Sunday, December 11, 2016, LOSS (TKO).

What weight class does Tim Kennedy fight in?

Tim Kennedy fights at Middleweight.

How many knockouts does Tim Kennedy have?

Tim Kennedy has 6 wins by KO/TKO and 8 wins by submission.

How many UFC bonuses has Tim Kennedy won?

Tim Kennedy has won 2 UFC post-fight bonuses: 1× Fight of the Night, 1× KO of the Night.

How tall is Tim Kennedy?

Tim Kennedy is 5'11" (180 cm) tall.

How much does Tim Kennedy weigh?

Tim Kennedy weighs 185 lbs (84 kg).

What is Tim Kennedy's reach?

Tim Kennedy has a reach of 74" (188 cm).

How old is Tim Kennedy?

Tim Kennedy is 46 years old (born Sep 1, 1979).

Where is Tim Kennedy from?

Tim Kennedy is from United States.

CAREER SUMMARY