Chris Curtis (fighter)

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Chris Curtis
File:Chris Curtis.png
Chris Curtis in 2022
Born Christopher Alan Curtis[1]
(1987-07-15) July 15, 1987 (age 36)
Cincinnati, Ohio, U.S.
Other names The Action Man
Height 5 ft 10 in (1.78 m)
Weight 185 lb (84 kg; 13 st 3 lb)
Division Light Heavyweight
Middleweight
Welterweight
Reach 75 in[2]
Fighting out of Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S.
Team Vision MMA (formerly)[3]
Son of Siam (until 2017)[4]
Team Quest (2015–2019)[3][5]
Syndicate MMA (2019–present)[5]
Xtreme Couture (2019–present)[5]
Rank Purple belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu[6]
Years active 2009–present
Professional boxing record
Total 2
Wins 2
By knockout 1
Losses 0
Mixed martial arts record
Total 43
Wins 31
By knockout 17
By submission 1
By decision 13
Losses 11
By knockout 1
By submission 1
By decision 9
No contests 1
Other information
Boxing record from BoxRec
Mixed martial arts record from Sherdog

Christopher Alan Curtis[1] (born July 15, 1987) is an American professional mixed martial artist currently competing in the middleweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). A professional since 2009, he has also competed for the Professional Fighters League (PFL). As of February 20, 2024, he is #14 in the UFC middleweight rankings.[7]

Background

Curtis was born and grew up in Cincinnati, Ohio. He has a sister and a brother.[8] Despite aspirations of becoming a lawyer, he dropped out of school in pursuit of a career in mixed martial arts.[9]

Mixed martial arts career

Early career

Curtis amassed a record of 18–5 in the North American regional circuit while capturing Welterweight Championships in CES MMA, Z Promotions and Premier MMA Championship.[10]

Dana White's Tuesday Night Contender Series and first retirement

Curtis was then invited to face Sean Lally at Dana White's Contender Series 9 on June 12, 2018.[11] He won the fight via third-round knockout but retired after he was not awarded a UFC contract.[12]

Curtis would however return to fight for the vacant Z Promotions Middleweight title against Matt Dwyer on January 21, 2019, winning the bout via majority decision.[13]

Professional Fighters League

On April 1, 2019, it was revealed that Curtis would be participating PFL 2019 season in the welterweight division.[14] He was initially set to face PFL Season 2018 Middleweight Champion Louis Taylor at PFL 1 on May 9, 2019. However, Taylor was not able to get medically cleared and had to withdraw from the season, subsequently being replaced by André Fialho.[15] Curtis won the bout via third-round knockout.[16]

In the second regular season bout Curtis faced PFL Season 2018 Welterweight Champion Magomed Magomedkerimov at PFL 4 on July 11, 2019.[17] He lost the fight via unanimous decision but advanced to the playoffs.[18]

Playoffs, second and third retirement

In the quarterfinals Curtis faced Magomedkerimov in a rematch at PFL 7 on October 11, 2019.[19] Again he lost the bout via unanimous decision, was eliminated from the season and retired from the sport.[20]

However, after their bout Magomedkerimov fell ill and Curtis ended his retirement by stepping in to replace Magomedkerimov against Ray Cooper III in a semifinal bout.[20] He lost the fight via second-round knockout and retired from the sport once again.[20]

Return from retirement and other organizations

Curtis would, however, quickly return from retirement to defend his Z Promotions title in January 2020, defeating Darren Smith Jr. via corner stoppage at the end of the fourth.[21]

On April 14, 2020, it was announced that Curtis had come out of retirement and signed a multi-fight contract with ARES FC. He was scheduled to make his promotional debut against Nassourdine Imavov at ARES FC 2 on April 3, 2020. However, the event was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic to take place on October 30, 2020, before being cancelled altogether.[22][23]

Curtis was scheduled to face Austin Vanderford on November 5, 2020, at Bellator 251.[24] However, Curtis had to pull out of the bout due to a positive COVID test and was replaced by Vinicius de Jesus.[25]

Curtis faced Kyle Stewart on January 30, 2021, at XMMA 1.[26] He won the bout via TKO in the third round.[27]

After winning the next two bouts against Juan Ramon Grano Medina at iKon Fighting Federation 6 via first round TKO and Jarome Hatch at Fierce FC 15 via TKO stoppage in the third, Curtis faced Kenny Robertson on July 30, 2021, at XMMA 2. He won the bout via unanimous decision.[28]

Ultimate Fighting Championship

Curtis was briefly expected to replace Deron Winn against Phil Hawes on day's notice at UFC on ESPN 26 on October 9, 2021, but Hawes ultimately declined the bout.[29][30] Nevertheless, the bout was later rebooked to take place at UFC 268 on November 6, 2021.[31] Curtis won the fight via first-round knockout.[32]

Replacing Roman Dolidze on short notice, Curtis faced Brendan Allen on December 4, 2021, at UFC on ESPN: Font vs. Aldo.[33] He won the fight via technical knockout in round two.[34] The win earned him a Performance of the Night bonus award.[35]

Curtis was then expected to face Dricus Du Plessis at UFC 273 on April 9, 2022.[36] However, Curtis withdrew from the bout due to a wrist injury and was replaced by Anthony Hernandez.[37]

Curtis then faced Rodolfo Vieira at UFC on ESPN: Tsarukyan vs. Gamrot on June 25, 2022.[38] He won the fight via unanimous decision.[39]

Curtis faced Jack Hermansson on July 23, 2022, at UFC Fight Night 208, replacing the injured Darren Till.[40] He lost the fight via unanimous decision.[41]

Curtis faced Joaquin Buckley on December 10, 2022, at UFC 282.[42] He won the fight via technical knockout in round two.[43]

Curtis faced Kelvin Gastelum on April 8, 2023, at UFC 287.[44] He lost the bout via unanimous decision.[45] This fight earned him the Fight of the Night award.[46]

Curtis faced Nassourdine Imavov on June 10, 2023, at UFC 289.[47] The bout ended in a no contest in the second round after an accidental clash of heads left Curtis unable to continue due to a severe cut above his eye.[48]

Curtis was scheduled to face Anthony Hernandez at UFC Fight Night 227 on September 16, 2023.[49] However, Curtis withdrew due to a rib injury and was replaced by Roman Kopylov.[50]

Curtis faced Marc-André Barriault on January 20, 2024, at UFC 297.[51] He won in a competitive bout by split decision.[52]

Replacing Marvin Vettori, Curtis faced Brendan Allen in a rematch on April 6, 2024, at UFC Fight Night 240.[53] Curtis lost the fight by split decision.[54]

Personal life

Curtis has a son (born 2007) from a previous relationship.[8][55] Curtis and his current spouse are expecting their first mutual child, due in October 2023.[55]

Championships and achievements

  • CES MMA
    • CES MMA Welterweight Championship (one time; former)
      • Two successful title defenses
  • Z Promotions
    • Z Promotions Welterweight Championship (one time; former)
      • One successful title defense
    • Z Promotions Middleweight Championship (one time; former)
  • Premier MMA Championship
    • PMMAC Welterweight Championship (one time; former)
  • MMAjunkie.com
    • 2021 Comeback Fighter of the Year[56]

Mixed martial arts record

Res. Record Opponent Method Event Date Round Time Location Notes
Loss 31–11 (1) Brendan Allen Decision (split) UFC Fight Night: Allen vs. Curtis 2 April 6, 2024 5 5:00 Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Win 31–10 (1) Marc-André Barriault Decision (split) UFC 297 January 20, 2024 3 5:00 Toronto, Ontario, Canada
NC 30–10 (1) Nassourdine Imavov NC (accidental clash of heads) UFC 289 June 10, 2023 2 3:04 Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Accidental clash of heads rendered Curtis unable to continue.
Loss 30–10 Kelvin Gastelum Decision (unanimous) UFC 287 April 8, 2023 3 5:00 Miami, Florida, United States Fight of the Night.
Win 30–9 Joaquin Buckley KO (punches) UFC 282 December 10, 2022 2 2:49 Las Vegas, Nevada, United States Performance of the Night.
Loss 29–9 Jack Hermansson Decision (unanimous) UFC Fight Night: Blaydes vs. Aspinall July 23, 2022 3 5:00 London, England
Win 29–8 Rodolfo Vieira Decision (unanimous) UFC on ESPN: Tsarukyan vs. Gamrot June 25, 2022 3 5:00 Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Win 28–8 Brendan Allen TKO (punches and knees) UFC on ESPN: Font vs. Aldo December 4, 2021 2 1:58 Las Vegas, Nevada, United States Performance of the Night.
Win 27–8 Phil Hawes KO (punches) UFC 268 November 6, 2021 1 4:27 New York City, New York, United States Return to Middleweight.
Win 26–8 Kenny Robertson Decision (unanimous) XMMA 2: Saunders vs. Nijem July 30, 2021 3 5:00 Greenville, South Carolina, United States Welterweight bout.
Win 25–8 Jarome Hatch TKO (punches) Fierce FC 15 May 14, 2021 3 1:30 West Valley City, Utah, United States Light Heavyweight bout.
Win 24–8 Juan Ramon Grano Medina TKO (punches) iKon Fighting Federation 6 April 2, 2021 1 4:13 Sinaloa, Mexico
Win 23–8 Kyle Stewart TKO (punches) XMMA 1: Vick vs. Fialho January 30, 2021 3 1:41 West Palm Beach, Florida, United States Return to Middleweight.
Win 22–8 Darren Smith Jr. TKO (corner stoppage) Z Promotions Fight Night 12 January 25, 2020 4 5:00 Lethbridge, Canada Defended the Z Promotions Welterweight Championship.
Loss 21–8 Ray Cooper III KO (punch) PFL 7 (2019) October 11, 2019 2 0:11 Las Vegas, Nevada, United States 2019 PFL Welterweight Tournament Semifinal.
Loss 21–7 Magomed Magomedkerimov Decision (unanimous) 2 5:00 2019 PFL Welterweight Tournament Quarterfinal.
Loss 21–6 Magomed Magomedkerimov Decision (unanimous) PFL 4 (2019) July 11, 2019 3 5:00 Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States
Win 21–5 André Fialho TKO (punches) PFL 1 (2019) May 9, 2019 3 4:17 Uniondale, New York, United States Return to Welterweight.
Win 20–5 Matt Dwyer Decision (majority) Z Promotions Fight Night 9 January 25, 2019 5 5:00 Lethbridge, Canada Won the vacant Z Promotions Middleweight Championship.
Win 19–5 Sean Lally TKO (hook kick and punches) Dana White's Contender Series 9 June 12, 2018 3 1:37 Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Win 18–5 Jason Norwood Decision (unanimous) CES MMA 49 April 6, 2018 5 5:00 Lincoln, Rhode Island, United States Defended the CES Welterweight Championship.
Win 17–5 Peter Grajcar Decision (unanimous) Z Promotions Fight Night 5 September 9, 2017 5 5:00 Medicine Hat, Canada Won the Z Promotions Welterweight Championship.
Win 16–5 Portland Pringle III TKO (punches) Premier MMA Championship 3 May 27, 2017 4 4:22 Covington, Kentucky, United States Won the vacant PMMAC Welterweight Championship.
Win 15–5 Will Santiago Jr. TKO (knees and punches) CES MMA 42 March 31, 2017 2 1:08 Lincoln, Rhode Island, United States Defended the CES Welterweight Championship.
Win 14–5 Leo Bercier Decision (unanimous) Final Fight Championship 24 June 3, 2016 3 5:00 Daytona Beach, Florida, United States Catchweight (190 lb) bout.
Loss 13–5 Nah-Shon Burrell Decision (unanimous) CES MMA 34 April 1, 2016 5 5:00 Mashantucket, Connecticut, United States Non-title fight; Burrell missed weight.
Win 13–4 Gil de Freitas TKO (submission to punches) CES MMA 32 January 8, 2016 1 3:13 Lincoln, Rhode Island, United States Return to Welterweight. Won the CES Welterweight Championship.
Win 12–4 Amaechi Oselukwue Decision (unanimous) Absolute Action MMA 44 October 24, 2015 3 5:00 Highland Heights, Kentucky, United States Catchweight (180 lb) bout.
Win 11–4 Tyson Triplett TKO (submission to punches) Absolute Action MMA 42 April 24, 2015 3 5:00 Highland Heights, Kentucky, United States
Loss 10–4 Belal Muhammad Decision (unanimous) Hoosier Fight Club 21 September 13, 2014 3 5:00 Valparaiso, Indiana, United States Welterweight bout.
Win 10–3 Tiawan Howard Submission (armbar) Coveted Fighting Championship 3 June 21, 2014 2 2:37 Mentor, Ohio, United States Catchweight (180 lb) bout.
Win 9–3 Rex Harris Decision (split) PA Cage Fight 18 May 24, 2014 3 5:00 Kingston, Pennsylvania, United States
Win 8–3 Ron Keslar Decision (unanimous) MMA Xtreme: Fists Will Fly August 24, 2013 3 5:00 Evansville, Indiana, United States
Loss 7–3 Forrest Petz Decision (unanimous) NAAFS: Fight Night in the Flats 9 June 1, 2013 3 5:00 Cleveland, Ohio, United States
Win 7–2 Andrew Trace Decision (unanimous) Turf Wars Extreme Fighting: Heavy Hitters October 8, 2011 3 5:00 Florence, Kentucky, United States
Win 6–2 Micah Bender TKO (punches) Rocktagon MMA: Elite Series 6 July 30, 2011 2 0:22 North Olmsted, Ohio, United States
Loss 5–2 Tom Gallichio Submission (rear-naked choke) Xtreme Caged Combat: Reckless Abandon May 20, 2011 3 2:08 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Win 5–1 Erick Jordan KO (knee) Spartan FC 6 December 10, 2010 2 2:21 Ashland, Kentucky, United States
Win 4–1 Rob Nickerson III KO (knee) Absolute Action MMA 6 October 16, 2010 1 0:43 Florence, Kentucky, United States
Win 3–1 Kevin Powers TKO (punches) Universal Cage Combat: Lights, Camera, Maximum Action October 8, 2010 1 1:33 Lawrenceburg, Indiana, United States
Win 2–1 Nah-Shon Burrell Decision (unanimous) Xtreme Caged Combat: Hostile Intent October 1, 2010 3 5:00 Feasterville, Pennsylvania, United States
Win 1–1 Ian Rammel Decision (unanimous) International Combat Events 46 May 1, 2010 3 5:00 Forest Park, Ohio, United States
Loss 0–1 Brandon Pinkston Decision (split) RFL: Maximum Impact June 27, 2009 3 5:00 Hammond, Indiana, United States Middleweight debut.

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Professional boxing record

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No. Result Record Opponent Type Round, time Date Location Notes
2 Win 2–0 United States Marcus Maulding TKO 2 (4), 1:35 30 December 2016 United States B.O.O.M Fitness Center, Cincinnati, Ohio, US
1 Win 1–0 United States Michael Davis UD 4 29 January 2016 United States Highland Heights, Kentucky, US

See also

References

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