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"The Controller"

Connor Matthews

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7-3-0 (W-L-D)

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5

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6

Vitórias no 1º round

Connor Matthews

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Learn more about Connor Matthews' UFC history, fighter facts, and Q&A below.

Status
Ativo
Cidade natal
Fall River, United States
Estilo de luta
MMA
Idade
32
Altura
68.00
Peso
146.00
Estreia no UFC
30.03.24
Envergadura
71.00
Alcance das pernas
40.00
  • Pro since 2019
     
  • One win by KO, five by submission (4 RNC, neck crank)
     
  • Six first-round finishes
     
  • Has won two of his last four
     
  • 1-0 between DWCS appearances
     
  • Four wins in under a minute – fastest win: :07
     
  • Origin of nickname: “United States Air Force combat controller.”

UFC Fight Night (2/15/25) Matthews was knocked out by Jose Miguel Delgado at 2:58 of the first round

UFC on ESPN (3/30/24) Matthews was stopped by Dennis Buzukja at :22 of the third round 

 

Dana White's Contender Series, Season 7

Episode 10 (10/10/23) Matthews won a three round unanimous decision over Jair Farias
 

Dana White's Contender Series, Season 6

Episode two (8/2/22) Matthews lost a three round unanimous decision to Francis Marshall

When and why did you start training for fighting? I started martial arts when I was three years old. Took up MMA in high school in 2008 and I had my first fight in 2011.

Training: Training at least 2 to 3 times a day, working every day, but every day varies - Muay Thai, boxing, jiu jitsu; strength and conditioning, breathing coach

What ranks and titles have you held? Black belt TKD, purple belt jiu jitsu 

Do you have any heroes? Yes, the many service members who have made the ultimate sacrifice. 

What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? A dream coming true. 

What was your job before you started fighting? Special Tactics Operator in the United States Air Force 

Favorite grappling technique: Triangles from any position

Favorite Striking technique: Pull counter punching