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MarQuel Mederos

Lightweight Division

9-1-0 (W-L-D)

7

Fight Win Streak

6

Wins by Knockout

3

First Round Finishes

MarQuel Mederos

athlete record

Info

Learn more about MarQuel Mederos' UFC history, fighter facts, and Q&A below.

Status
Active
Place of Birth
Denver, United States
Fighting style
MMA
Age
27
Height
70.00
Weight
173.00
Octagon Debut
Feb. 3, 2024
Reach
69.50
Leg reach
40.00
  • Pro since 2021
     
  • Six wins by KO
     
  • On seven-fight winning streak
     
  • Three first-round finishes
     
  • Reported 5-3 amateur record

UFC Fight Night (2/3/24) Mederos won a three round unanimous decision over Landon Quinones 

 

Dana White's Contender Series, Season 7

Episode 10 (10/10/23) Mederos stopped Issa Isakov via strikes at 4:09 of the first

When and why did you start training for fighting? I started training in 2017. I had my first fight when I was a kid. My amateur debut was at the end of 2017.

What ranks and titles have you held? Purple belt in BJJ

Do you have any heroes? God is my hero.

What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? Fighting in the UFC is an opportunity to create the life I want.

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? I went to college, but I don’t have any degrees.

What was your job before you started fighting? I’ve worked many jobs, from construction, janitorial services, and restaurants. 

Specific accomplishments in amateur competition? I won an amateur title in my last amateur fight by TKO due to leg kicks.

Favorite grappling technique: Butterfly sweep

Favorite striking technique: Jab