Javier Vazquez

UFC |

TRAINING: MMA training or MMA conditioning in the mornings. Rest. Boxing or swimming in the afternoon. Teach my Jiu Jitsu classes at night

When and why did you start training for fighting? After wrestling in college I fell in love with Jiu Jitsu. I competed and won just about every tournament I entered. From Jiu Jitsu I transitioned to no-gi Grappling and then I started fighting Open-Hand-Style MMA fighting. One thing led to another and I started fighting professionally in closed fist MMA. That was back in 1999 when the sport was almost completely dead.

What ranks and titles have you held? Gracie Jiu Jitsu Black Belt under the Carlson Gracie Team, King of the Cage Champion, and Gladiator Challenge Champion.

Do you have any heroes? I think my mom is my biggest hero. She is a ridiculously strong woman that has stood by me my whole life and I love her very much.

What is your favorite technique? Whatever makes them tap.

What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? It’s been a long 10 year wait. It is the highlight of my 12 year career up to this point. I intend to make the most of this opportunity and shock the world.

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? Yes Associate of Arts Degree

What was your job before you started fighting? I used to stock shelves in a supermarket.

• 11 wins by submission

• Holds 2002 win over Rumina Sato

• Three of five losses have been by split decision

• Has never been finished

Fight History

Skill Breakdown

Charts are compiled based on results from all fights.

Total Fights:	6
Record:	16-5-0
Summary:	BJJ Black belt, College Level Wrestler, Underrated Standup

Fighter Info

Nickname:	Showtime
From:	Santiago Cuba
Fights Out Of:	Rancho Cucamonga, CA USA
Age:	35
Height:	5′ 7" ( 170 cm )
Weight:	145 lb ( 65 kg )

Striking

Total Attempted Strikes

471

36% Successful

171

Types of Successful Strikes

171

73% Standing

26%

124

Striking Defense

The percentage of total strikes avoided

Grappling

Total Takedowns

52% Successful

Grappling Totals by Type

Subm.

Passes

Sweeps

Takedown Defense

The percentage of total takedowns avoided

Result	Fighters	Event	Str	TD	Sub	Pass	Method	Replay
Win	Joe Stevenson	UFC® LIVE: KONGO vs BARRY Jun 26, 2011	27	0	1	0	R3Decision – Unanimous	Ways To Watch
Win	Javier Vazquez	UFC® LIVE: KONGO vs BARRY Jun 26, 2011	62	3	1	4	R3Decision – Unanimous	Ways To Watch

Loss	Chad Mendes	WEC 52: Faber vs. Mizugaki Nov 11, 2010	30	3	0	0	R3Decision – Unanimous	Ways To Watch
Loss	Javier Vazquez	WEC 52: Faber vs. Mizugaki Nov 11, 2010	6	0	0	0	R3Decision – Unanimous	Ways To Watch

Win	Javier Vazquez	WEC 50: Cruz vs. Benavidez Aug 18, 2010	23	2	2	5	R2Submission	Ways To Watch
Win	Mackens Semerzier	WEC 50: Cruz vs. Benavidez Aug 18, 2010	2	0	0	0	R2Submission	Ways To Watch

Win	Javier Vazquez	WEC 47: Bowles vs. Cruz Mar 6, 2010	3	3	1	3	R1Submission	Ways To Watch
Win	Jens Pulver	WEC 47: Bowles vs. Cruz Mar 6, 2010	8	0	1	0	R1Submission	Ways To Watch

Loss	Deividas Taurosevicius	WEC 43: Cerrone vs. Henderson Oct 10, 2009	39	0	0	0	R3Decision – Split	Ways To Watch
Loss	Javier Vazquez	WEC 43: Cerrone vs. Henderson Oct 10, 2009	37	2	2	4	R3Decision – Split	Ways To Watch

Loss

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