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"The Problem"

Chris Duncan

Lightweight Division

12-2-0 (W-L-D)

7

Wins by Knockout

2

Wins by Submission

5

First Round Finishes

Chris Duncan

athlete record

Info

Learn more about Chris Duncan's UFC history, fighter facts, and Q&A below.

Status
Active
Place of Birth
Glasgow, Scotland
Trains at
American Top Team
Fighting style
Striker
Age
31
Height
70.00
Weight
173.30
Octagon Debut
Mar. 18, 2023
Reach
71.50
Leg reach
41.00
  • Pro since 2018
     
  • Seven wins by KO, two by submission (2 guillotine choke)
     
  • 1-0 between DWCS appearances
     
  • Five first round finishes
     
  • Has won five of his last six
     
  • Reported 10-2 amateur record
     
  • Origin of nickname: “Due to having a problem with people accepting fights and being a problem in the cage.”

UFC Fight Night (9/28/24) Duncan submitted Bolaji Oki via guillotine choke at 3:34 of the first round

UFC Fight Night (2/24/24) Duncan was submitted by Manuel Torres via rear naked choke at 1:46 of the first round 

UFC Fight Night (7/22/23) Duncan won a three round unanimous decision over Yanal Ashmouz

UFC 286 (3/18/23) Duncan won a three round split decision over Omar Morales 

 

Dana White's Contender Series, Season 6
Episode two (8/2/22) Duncan knocked out Charlie Campbell at 1:43 of the first round 

Dana White's Contender Series, Season 5
Episode seven (10/12/21) Duncan was knocked out by Viacheslav Borshchev at :28 of the second round

When and why did you start training for fighting? I started MMA in 2014 and have been pro since 2017.

What professional titles have you held? UFL lightweight title

Any accomplishments in amateur combat sports? On Top lightweight champion, Forza lightweight champion, Headhunters lightweight champion

Any belts/ ranks in grappling disciplines? Purple belt in BJJ under Marcos Nardini

Who is your favorite fighter and why? Donald Cerrone. He is one of the most exciting lightweights to ever walk on the UFC canvas. Also, he seems like a genuine guy.

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? HNC in agriculture.

What was your job before you started fighting? I was a shepherd in the Scottish Highlands.

Personal Life/Background: Fiancée and 2 kids