Quick Info
| Profession | Professional MMA Fighter (UFC Heavyweight) |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 18/02/1991 |
| Age | 35 years |
| Birthplace | Naperville, Illinois |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius |
Latest News about Curtis Blaydes
12/09/2026
Curtis Blaydes defeated Waldo Cortes-Acosta by unanimous decision at Noche UFC on 12 September 2026. The win was a key rebound performance after his April loss and was later reflected in his updated heavyweight ranking.
12/04/2026
Curtis Blaydes lost to Josh Hokit by unanimous decision at UFC 327 in Miami on 12 April 2026. The fight went the full three rounds, and Blaydes still earned a Fight of the Night bonus despite the defeat.
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Bio/Wiki
| Summary | Curtis 'Razor' Blaydes is a professional mixed martial artist competing in the UFC heavyweight division. Known for his wrestling dominance and ground-and-pound capabilities, he has established himself as a top-10 heavyweight contender. |
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| Career Start | Professional MMA debut in May 2014; UFC debut in April 2016 |
| Current Status | Active UFC fighter |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6'4" (193 cm) |
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| Weight | 256-265 lbs (116-120 kg) |
| Reach | 80" (203.2 cm) |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Fighting Style | Wrestling, Striker |
Educational Qualification(s)
| High School | DeLaSalle Institute, Chicago (State wrestling champion, senior year, 44-0 record) |
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| College | Northern Illinois University (Division I, MAC conference, redshirted freshman); Harper Community College (won nationals as Redshirt Sophomore, 2012) |
Personal Life
| Residence | Denver, Colorado |
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| Team | Elevation Fight Team |
| Coaches | Cody Donovan, Vinnie Lopez, Eliot Marshall, Sean Madden; also trains striking with Duane Ludwig at Bang |
Family
| Birthplace Details | Born in Naperville, raised in Chicago |
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| Siblings | 4 siblings (2 younger sisters, 2 brothers) |
Career
| Amateur Record | 8-0 |
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| Professional Record | 20-6-1 |
| Notable Wins | R. Kuniev (21/06/2025), J. Almeida (09/03/2024), T. Aspinall (23/07/2022), W. Cortes-Acosta (12/09/2026) |
| Notable Losses | J. Hokit (12/04/2026, U. Decision), T. Aspinall (27/07/2024, KO/TKO Round 1), S. Pavlovich (22/04/2023, KO/TKO Round 1) |
| UFC Debut Opponent | Francis Ngannou (loss via doctor stoppage) |
| Current Ranking | #7 UFC Heavyweight |
Style Quotient
| Nickname | Razor |
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| Personality | Hardheaded, softspoken |
| Signature Skills | Wrestling, takedowns, ground-and-pound, grappling |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Won Michigan State Open wrestling tournament in 2009 | |
| 2. Won Harper Community College nationals as Redshirt Sophomore in 2012 | |
| 3. First amateur fight victory came in just 13 seconds | |
| 4. Compiled 5-0 professional record in RFA promotion before UFC signing | |
| 5. Prefers Denver's climate and altitude for training advantages | |
| 6. Motivated by his relationship with his father to overcome setbacks |
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