American mixed martial artist
Reuben Duran (born July 2, 1983) is an American professional mixed martial artist currently competing in the Flyweight division. A professional since 2006, he has competed for the UFC , Shooto , and King of the Cage . He is the current King of the Cage Light Flyweight Champion , as well as the former Interim Flyweight Champion .
Background
Duran started training martial arts at the age of seven. By the time he turned 14 he had added boxing to training regimen and by 19 was training in all aspects of MMA including the additions of wrestling, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, and Muay Thai.[ 1]
Mixed martial arts career
Early career
Reuben began his career with multiple fights for King of the Cage , and other small promotions in California. As an amateur competitor, Duran has distinguished himself by being a six time winner of Grapplers Quest.[ 2]
In a memorable match, Duran fought Greg Guzman, hiding his injuries that included 2 torn ligaments in his right hand. In spite of the injuries, Duran still earned the victory. Later, in an interview, Duran voiced his confidence that were it not for the injury, he would have gotten a stoppage. Duran would support his bold statement in his next fight as he claimed a victory over Ryan Diaz via KO with only 3 seconds left in the fight. In subsequent bouts, Duran submitted both Kana Hyatt and Maurice Eazel in the first round.
Ultimate Fighting Championship
Duran signed with the UFC in early 2011 and made his debut at UFC on Versus 3 against Takeya Mizugaki , replacing an injured Francisco Rivera .[ 3]
Duran faced Francisco Rivera on June 4, 2011 at The Ultimate Fighter 13 Finale .[ 4] Submission of the Night honors.
Duran next faced Hugo Viana on December 15, 2012 at The Ultimate Fighter: Team Carwin vs. Team Nelson Finale .[ 5]
Duran then faced George Roop on March 16, 2013 at UFC 158 .[ 6] [ 7]
Post-UFC career
Over a year after his release from UFC , Duran returned to King of the Cage in June 2014. Duran faced Tony Sanchez at KOTC: Slugfest on June 5, 2014. He won the fight via second round TKO.[ 8]
Championships and accomplishments
King of the Cage Interim KOTC Flyweight Championship (One time)
KOTC Flyweight Championship (One time)
KOTC Light Flyweight Championship (One time; current)
Mixed martial arts record
Professional record breakdown
21 matches
13 wins
7 losses
By knockout
4
2
By submission
5
1
By decision
4
4
Draws
1
Res.
Record
Opponent
Method
Event
Date
Round
Time
Location
Notes
Won
13–7–1
Tim Sosa
Submission (rear naked choke)
KOTC: Energetic Pursuit
February 24, 2018
5
4:08
Ontario, California United States
Won the KOTC Light Flyweight Championship .
Won
12–7–1
Fard Muhammad
Decision (unanimous)
KOTC: Conquistadores
December 3, 2017
3
5:00
Ontario, California United States
Loss
11–7–1
Shoko Sato
KO/TKO (strikes)
Shooto in Korakuen Hall
July 23, 2017
1
4:58
Tokyo, Japan
Loss
11–6–1
Derrick Mandell
Decision (split)
KOTC: Ultimate Collision
July 8, 2016
5
5:00
Carlton, Minnesota , United States
Lost the KOTC Flyweight Championship .
Win
11–5–1
Andrew Natividad
Decision (unanimous)
KOTC: Bitter Rivals
August 29, 2015
5
5:00
Ontario, California , United States
Defended the interim KOTC Flyweight Championship . Later promoted to undisputed champion.
Win
10–5–1
Eduardo Torres
Decision (unanimous)
KOTC: Battle for the Belt
October 2, 2014
5
5:00
Highland, California , United States
Won the interim KOTC Flyweight Championship .
Win
9–5–1
Tony Sanchez
TKO (punches)
KOTC: Slugfest
June 5, 2014
2
1:26
Highland, California , United States
Loss
8–5–1
George Roop
Decision (unanimous)
UFC 158
March 16, 2013
3
5:00
Montreal , Quebec , Canada
Loss
8–4–1
Hugo Viana
KO (punch)
The Ultimate Fighter 16 Finale
December 15, 2012
1
4:05
Las Vegas , Nevada , United States
Win
8–3–1
Francisco Rivera
Submission (rear-naked choke)
The Ultimate Fighter 13 Finale
June 4, 2011
3
1:57
Las Vegas , Nevada , United States
Submission of the Night.
Loss
7–3–1
Takeya Mizugaki
Decision (split)
UFC Live: Sanchez vs. Kampmann
March 3, 2011
3
5:00
Louisville, Kentucky , United States
Win
7–2–1
Kana Hyatt
Submission (guillotine choke)
KOTC: Sniper
August 5, 2010
1
2:03
San Bernardino, California , United States
Win
6–2–1
Maurice Eazel
Submission (guillotine choke)
Long Beach Fight Night 8
April 18, 2010
1
1:18
Long Beach, California , United States
Win
5–2–1
Ryan Diaz
KO (punch)
KOTC: Arrival
February 25, 2010
3
4:57
Highland, California , United States
Win
4–2–1
Greg Guzman
Decision (unanimous)
KOTC: Super Stars
August 13, 2009
3
5:00
Highland, California , United States
Loss
3–2–1
Tommy Vargas
Decision (unanimous)
All Star Boxing: Conquest in the Cage 3
July 10, 2009
3
3:00
Montebello, California , United States
Win
3–1–1
Manny Romero
TKO (punches)
AF 2: Apocalypse Fights 2
October 9, 2008
1
0:37
Palm Springs, California , United States
Win
2–1–1
Ricardo Gallardo
KO (punches)
AF: Apocalypse Fights 1
August 7, 2008
1
N/A
Palm Springs, California , United States
Win
1–1–1
Bobby Sanchez
Submission (triangle choke)
Invincible: MMA
March 8, 2008
1
1:15
Ontario, California , United States
Draw
0–1–1
David Aguirre
Draw
KOTC: Final Chapter
December 2, 2007
2
5:00
San Jacinto, California , United States
Loss
0–1
Scott Epstein
Submission (rear-naked choke)
PF 1: The Beginning
May 12, 2006
1
2:40
Hollywood, California , United States
References
^ "Reuben Duran - Official UFC® Fighter Profile" . UFC . Retrieved 2014-03-16 .^ "Pinnacle Jiu-Jitsu Redlands - MMA Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Judo Muay Thai Wrestling Boxing: Pinnacle Jiu-Jitsu Instructors" . Archived from the original on 2010-04-05. Retrieved 2014-03-16 .^ "Newcomer Reuben Duran signs on to face Takeya Mizugaki at UFC on Versus 3" . mmajunkie.com. February 15, 2011. Archived from the original on July 19, 2012.^ "Reuben Duran vs. Francisco Rivera slotted for The Ultimate Fighter 13 Finale" . mmajunkie.com. March 12, 2011. Archived from the original on June 9, 2012.^ George Halvatsis Jr. (September 30, 2012). "Hugo Viana Set To Fight Reuben Duran At TUF 16 Finale" . mmamania.com. Retrieved September 30, 2012 . ^ "George Roop vs. Reuben Duran a late addition to UFC 158 lineup" . mmajunkie.com. February 21, 2013.^ "Duran, Holobaugh, Lawrence, Sicilia, Tamura among UFC fighter releases" . mmajunkie.com. May 8, 2013.^ "KOTC: Slugfest Results from 06/05/14" . kingofthecage.com. June 5, 2014. Archived from the original on July 17, 2014.
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