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Jordan Espinosa

Flyweight Division

15-9-0 (W-L-D)

2

Wins by Knockout

7

Wins by Submission

6

Wins by Decision

Jordan Espinosa

athlete record

Info

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

Status
Not Fighting
Place of Birth
Meriden, United States
Age
33
Height
66.00
Weight
126.00
Octagon Debut
Aug. 22, 2017
Reach
69.50
Leg reach
38.00

Fighter Facts

  • Pro since 2012

     
  • Has won six of his last nine

     
  • Two wins by KO, seven by submission (3 Brabo chokes, Anaconda choke, undisclosed submission, North-South choke, undisclosed choke)

     
  • Seven first round finishes

 

UFC History

UFC Fight Night (9/19/20) Espinosa lost a three round unanimous decision to David Dvorak

UFC on ESPN (6/13/20) Espinosa won a three round unanimous decision over Mark De La Rosa

UFC Fight Night (1/25/20) Espinosa was submitted by Alex Perez via arm triangle choke at 2:33 of the first round

UFC on ESPN (8/3/19) Espinosa was submitted by Matt Schnell via triangle choke at 1:23 of the first round

UFC Fight Night (3/23/19) Espinosa won a three round unanimous decision over Eric Shelton

Dana White's Contender Series, Season 2

Episode four (7/10/18) Espinosa stopped Rilley Dutro via strikes at 4:58 of the third round

Dana White's Contender Series, Season 1

Episode seven (8/22/17) Espinosa submitted Nick Urso via anaconda choke at 1:23 of the first round

 

Q&A

When and why did you start training for fighting? I started training when I was 19 while in college. My assistant HS wrestling coaches were Damacio Page and Lenny Lovato, who were professional MMA fighters at the time. I went to ABQ Kickboxing (headed by Ray Yee) to check out a class, loved it, and haven't looked back since.

What ranks and titles have you held? NM High School State Champion, NM High School State Runner-Up, 3-time NM High School State Placer, Top Shelf Entertainment Pro Bantamweight Champion

What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? A dream being realized after years of doubt and scrutiny. Also, it’s the most fun job in the world competing against the best competition in the world. I’m looking forward to the challenge!

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? BS in Computer Engineering at the University of New Mexico

What was your job before you started fighting? Sonic Carhop

Specific accomplishments in amateur competition? Kentucky Fighting Championship 135lb

Favorite grappling technique: D'arce Choke

Favorite Striking technique: Swivel Kick