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"J-Bomb"
Justin Salas
Former Fighter • 12-7-0 (W-L-D)
Erick Carlos da Silva
Aaron Riley
GOIANIA, BRAZIL - NOVEMBER 09: (L-R) Thiago Tavares secures a rear choke submission against Justin Salas in their lightweight bout during the UFC event at Arena Goiania on November 9, 2013 in Goiania, Brazil. (Photo by Josh Hedges/Zuffa LLC/Zuffa LLC via
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5 years ago

Submission of the Week: Thiago Tavares vs. Justin Salas

Brazilian jiu-jitsu specialist Thiago Tavares looks to earn a victory inside the Octagon as he uses his ground skills against contender Justin Salas. Watch Tavares fight Robbie Peralta at UFC Fight Night Bangor.
SEATTLE, WA - JULY 26: Opponents Aaron Riley (L) and Justin Salas face off during the official UFC on FOX weigh-in at Key Arena on July 26, 2013 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images)
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6 years ago

UFC on FOX 8: Prelims

Watch two free prelim fights live on Saturday at 4/1PM ET/PT - Aaron Riley vs Justin Salas and John Albert vs Yaotzin Meza.
OMAHA, NE - FEBRUARY 14: Justin Salas weighs in during the UFC on FUEL TV weigh in event at Omaha Civic Auditorium on February 14, 2012 in Omaha, Nebraska. (Photo by Josh Hedges/Zuffa LLC/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Justin Salas
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7 years ago

UFC on FUEL TV: Justin Salas Post-Fight Interview

Justin Salas starts his UFC® career on a high note, ending fellow newcomer Anton Kuivanen's winning streak. Hear "J-Bomb's" thoughts on the fight.
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7 years ago

UFC on FUEL TV: Sanchez vs. Ellenberger Weigh-In

Watch the UFC on FUEL TV: Sanchez vs. Ellenberger weigh-in from Omaha, Nebraska.
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8 years ago

UFC® on FUEL TV Prelim: Anton Kuivanen vs. Justin Salas

Justin Salas wrestled in School before choosing to pursue a career in mixed martial arts. Tonight he meets Anton Kuivanen, a top European prospect known for his physical and mental toughness, both of which will be tested tonight.

Stats

Striking accuracy 43% 43%

Striking accuracy

Sig. Strikes Landed
169
Sig. Strikes Attempted
391
Grappling accuracy 21% 21%

Grappling accuracy

Takedowns Landed
Takedowns Attempted
39
3.42
Sig. Str. Landed
Per Min
2.96
Sig. Str. Absorbed
Per Min
2.43
Takedown avg
Per 15 Min
0.00
Submission avg
Per 15 Min
69
%
Sig. Str. Defense
Takedown Defense
0.30
Knockdown Ratio
07:03
Average fight time

Sig. Str. By Position

Standing
113 (67%)
Clinch
35 (21%)
Ground
21 (12%)

Sig. Str. by target

57% 97 Head 20% 34 Body 22% 38 Leg

Win By Way

KO/TKO
4 (33%)
DEC
5 (42%)
SUB
3 (25%)

Event Results

  • Win

    Salas vs Proctor

    Round
    2
    Time
    00:03:27
    Method
    KO/TKO
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  • Win

    Salas vs Wall

    Round
    1
    Time
    00:02:41
    Method
    KO/TKO
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Biography

Status
Released
Hometown
Green River
Height
68.00
Weight
155.00
Octagon Debut
Feb. 15, 2012
Reach
70.00
Aaron Riley
Lightweight Division • 29-14-1 (W-L-D)