Last fight
Win
Elliot vs Anderson
Jul. 18, 2026
Stats & Records
1
Wins by Knockout
4
Wins by Submission
2
First Round Finishes
Significant Strikes include all strikes at distance, plus power strikes in the clinch and on the ground.
Striking accuracy
- Sig. Strikes Landed
- 7
- Sig. Strikes Attempted
- 20
A takedown is awarded when a fighter deliberately grapples an opponent to the ground and establishes an advantageous position for an appreciable amount of time.
Takedown Accuracy
- Takedowns Landed
- Takedowns Attempted
- 2
- Sig. Str. Defense is the percentage of significant strikes attempted against a fighter that do not land.
- Takedown defense is the percentage of takedowns attempted against a fighter that do not land.
- Knockdown Avg. is the average number of knockdowns per 15 Minutes window.
Sig. Str. by target
Info
Status
Active
Place of Birth
New Brunswick, United States
Trains at
Simple Man Martial Arts, Ambush Muay Thai
Fighting style
Grappler
Age
29
Height
67.00
Weight
145.00
Octagon Debut
Jul. 18, 2026
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Pro since November 2023
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Took UFC debut on 5 days’ notice
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One win by KO, four by submission (RNC x3, Kneebar, Heel Hook)
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Two first-round finishes, three second-round finishes
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Competed at UFC Fight Pass Invitational 9 in December 2024
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Competed at the Combat Jiu Jitsu World Championships in 2022
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Co-Founder of Simple Man Martial Arts which is home to UFC BJJ athletes Nick Rodriguez, Ethan Crelinsten & Liam Crelinsten
UFC Fight Night (7/18/26) Anderson lost a three round unanimous decision to Ezra Elliott
When and why did you start training for fighting? I found jiu jitsu first while in college, but fighting always drew my attention. I'm not sure why, but I love it.
What does it mean for you to fight for the UFC? It means that I get to prove that I'm among the best fighters in the world. If you want to prove you’re the best, the UFC is where you do it.
Who is your favorite fighter and why? Demetrious Johnson. He does such a great job mixing the disciplines. It's amazing to see.
What are your current ranks in martial arts? Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Specific accomplishments in pro competition?100% finish rate in MMA, first person to secure a knockout in Combat Jiu Jitsu
What fight do you consider to be the key fight in your career and why? My second pro fight. I went against a pro boxer and decided to not use grappling for the first round. I came out of the fight outstriking a professional boxer and ultimately finished him in the second round.
Beyond a championship or money, what motivates you? Showing to everyone that your wildest dreams are possible if you work hard and never give up.
Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? Did 2 years at Rutgers before dropping out.
What was your job before you started fighting? Manager at a Gym
Favorite grappling technique: Rear Naked Choke
Favorite Striking technique: Hook
Tell us about your life outside of fighting: I have a wife. We got married last November. We're expecting to have a baby boy.
