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David Onama

Lightweight Division

13-2-0 (W-L-D)

7

Wins by Knockout

4

Wins by Submission

6

First Round Finishes

David Onama
  • Last fight

    Win
    David Onama
    Roberto Romero

    Onama vs Romero

    Nov. 16, 2024

athlete record

Info

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

Status
Active
Place of Birth
Uganda
Trains at
Factory X
Fighting style
Striker
Age
30
Height
71.00
Weight
155.60
Octagon Debut
Oct. 23, 2021
Reach
74.00
Leg reach
40.00
  • Pro since 2019
     
  • Seven wins by KO, four by submission (2 guillotine, RNC, arm triangle)
     
  • Six first round finishes
     
  • Has won five of his last six and three in a row
     
  • Reported 10-0 amateur record

UFC 309 (11/16/24) Onama won a three round unanimous decision over Roberto Romero

UFC on ESPN (4/27/24) Onama won a three round unanimous decision over Jonathan Pearce

UFC on ABC (6/24/23) Onama knocked out Gabriel Santos at 4:13 of the second round 

UFC on ESPN (8/13/22) Onama lost a three-round majority decision to Nate Landwehr

UFC on ESPN (7/9/22) Onama submitted Garrett Armfield via arm triangle choke at 3:13 of the second round

UFC Fight Night (2/19/22) Onama knocked out Gabriel Benitez at 4:24 of the first round

UFC Fight Night (10/23/21) Onama lost a three round unanimous decision to Mason Jones

When and why did you start training for fighting? Growing up I loved combat sports and competition. I always wanted to be in the UFC. Once I was old enough, I started training in 2013.

Training: Strength and conditioning from 8 to 9am. MMA training from 10am to noon. Typically run at night. 

What ranks and titles have you held? FAC featherweight title

Do you have any heroes? My parents

What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? It means everything. It’s a dream come true. 

What was your job before you started fighting? Fighting is my only job.

Specific accomplishments in amateur competition? KCFA featherweight champion

Ranks in any martial arts styles: BJJ blue belt

Favorite Striking technique: Jab