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"The Problem"

Chris Duncan

Lightweight Division

11-2-0 (W-L-D)

7

Wins by Knockout

1

Wins by Submission

4

First Round Finishes

Chris Duncan

athlete record

Info

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

Status
Active
Place of Birth
Scotland
Fighting style
MMA
Age
30
Height
70.00
Weight
176.40
Octagon Debut
Mar. 18, 2023
Reach
71.50
Leg reach
41.00
  • Pro since 2018
     
  • Seven wins by KO, one by submission (guillotine choke)
     
  • 1-0 between DWCS appearances
     
  • Four first round finishes
     
  • Reported 10-2 amateur record
     
  • Origin of nickname: “Due to having a problem with people accepting fights and being a problem in the cage.”

UFC Fight Night (2/24/24) Duncan was submitted by Manuel Torres via rear naked choke at 1:46 of the first round 

UFC Fight Night (7/22/23) Duncan won a three round unanimous decision over Yanal Ashmouz

UFC 286 (3/18/23) Duncan won a three round split decision over Omar Morales 

 

Dana White's Contender Series 6
Episode two (8/2/22) Duncan knocked out Charlie Campbell at 1:43 of the first round 

Dana White's Contender Series 5
Episode seven
(10/12/21) Duncan was knocked out by Viacheslav Borshchev at :28 of the second round

When and why did you start training for fighting? I started MMA in 2014 and have been pro since 2017.

What titles have you held? On Top 155 amateur title. Forza 170 amateur title. Headhunters 155 lightweight title. UFL 155 title. All in the UK.

Do you have any heroes? Mike Tyson. Donald Cerrone and Justin Gaethje

What would it mean for you to fight in the UFC? This would truly be a dream come true. I think about nothing more than being a part of the UFC.

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? HNC in agriculture.

What was your job before you started fighting? I was a shepherd in the Scottish highlands.

Favorite grappling technique: Ground-and-Pound.

Favorite Striking technique: Head kick