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Not Fighting

"Kriptonita"

Gianni Vazquez

Bantamweight Division

13-5-1 (W-L-D)

4

Wins by Knockout

3

Wins by Submission

Gianni Vazquez
  • Last fight

    Win
    Javid Basharat
    Gianni Vazquez

    Basharat vs Vazquez

    Feb. 7, 2026

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Info

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

Status
Not Fighting
Place of Birth
Mexico City, Mexico
Trains at
Team Oyama
Fighting style
Striker
Age
31
Height
68.00
Weight
135.00
Octagon Debut
Feb. 7, 2026
  • Pro since March 2014, made UFC debut February 2026
     
  • Took debut on two days’ notice
     
  • Won five of his last six
     
  • Four wins by KO, three submission (Anaconda, RNC, 1 Unknown Sub)
     
  • One first-round finish
     
  • Has wins over UFC-vet David Martinez & DWCS-vet Adam Antolin
     
  • Nickname means “Kryptonite”

UFC Fight Night (2/7/2026) Vazquez lost a three round unanimous decision to Javid Basharat

When and why did you start training for fighting? I started boxing at age 12

What professional titles have you held? 5-time 125lb UNF Champion 

Any accomplishments in amateur combat sports? Mexican National Kickboxing Champion 

What are your current ranks in martial arts? Black Belt in BJJ

What has been your toughest fight to date and why? This is my toughest fight. Two days’ notice on the biggest organization in the world. 

Who is your favorite fighter and why? Jose Aldo. We have similar styles. 

Do you have any heroes outside of fighting? Juan Manuel Marquez (Mexican Pro Boxer)

Did you go to college and if so, what degree did you earn? I left 2 semesters before my degree in Law and Criminology 

What was your job before you started fighting? I’ve been fighting since 17. I worked at a law firm and I have been hustling since I was a kid.