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THE REAL DEAL

Ross Pearson

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England, Sunderland, Tyne and Wear
Central Coast MMA
Age: 42
20
Wins
16
Losses
0
DRAWS
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Last fight

Loss

Ross PearsonRoss Pearson
vs
Desmond GreenDesmond Green

KO/TKO (R1 · 2:52)UFC Fight Night: Barboza vs. Gaethje

  • Pro record 20-16-0 (1 NC)
  • UFC record 12-13-0 (1 NC)
  • Outside the UFC 8-3-0
  • 2 UFC losses in a row
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Fighter Details

Height:
5'8" (173 cm)
Weight:
155 lbs (70 kg)
Reach:
69" (175 cm)
Stance:
Orthodox
DOB:
26th Sep. 1984
Age:
42
AI Rank:
Unranked

UFC statistics

UFC round data: 26 bouts · through 2019-03-30

3.68
Significant Strikes Landed per Min
40%
Significant Striking Accuracy
4.09
Significant Strikes Absorbed per Min
0.7
Average Takedowns per 15 Min
36%
Takedown Accuracy
0.0
Submission Average per 15 Min
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UFC Record Breakdown

12-13UFC Record
KO/TKO (19%)
Decision (27%)
Losses (50%)
No Contest (1)

Performance Breakdown

Striking Accuracy40%
Takedown Accuracy36%
Takedown Defense75%

Heuristic ratings

Heuristic scores · 0–100

Fight IQ55/100

26 UFC bouts · 97 division peers

Data through 2019-03-30

Cardio100/100

15 bouts reaching round 3

Data through 2018-07-28

How these scores are calculated

Fight IQ = 40% striking-accuracy percentile + 30% striking-defense percentile + 30% takedown-defense percentile within the division.

Requires 3 UFC bouts, 15 measured minutes, at least 10 division peers, 100 strike attempts, 100 opponent strike attempts and 10 opponent takedown attempts.

Cardio = 100 × the median late/early significant-strike attempt rate ratio, capped at 100. Compare rounds 3+ with rounds 1–2 within each bout. Requires 3 eligible bouts with at least 60 late-round seconds each. 100 means maintained or higher late pace.

Fight IQ summarizes accuracy and defense; cardio summarizes retained pace. Style, opponents and grappling affect both. These scores do not measure intelligence, physical fitness or win probability.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Ross Pearson's professional MMA record?

Ross Pearson has a professional MMA record of 20-16-0 (wins-losses-draws).

What is Ross Pearson's UFC record?

Ross Pearson's UFC record is 12-13-0 (wins-losses-draws; 1 NC), and 8-3-0 in professional fights outside the UFC.

Who does Ross Pearson fight next?

Ross Pearson does not have a fight currently scheduled.

How old is Ross Pearson?

Ross Pearson is 42 years old, born September 26, 1984.

How tall is Ross Pearson?

Ross Pearson stands 173 cm (5'8") tall, with a 175 cm (69") reach.

Where is Ross Pearson from?

Ross Pearson is from England.

What is Ross Pearson's nickname?

Ross Pearson is known as "The Real Deal".

When was Ross Pearson's last fight?

Ross Pearson last fought on March 30, 2019 at UFC Fight Night: Barboza vs. Gaethje, losing to Desmond Green by KO/TKO in round 1.

What were the scorecards for Ross Pearson vs John Makdessi?

Ross Pearson lost to John Makdessi by unanimous decision at UFC Fight Night: Alvarez vs. Poirier 2 on July 28, 2018. The official scorecards were Derek Cleary 30-26, Chris Lee 29-27, Greg Jackson 29-28 (winner's score first).

What were the scorecards for Ross Pearson vs Mizuto Hirota?

Ross Pearson defeated Mizuto Hirota by unanimous decision at UFC 221: Romero vs. Rockhold on February 10, 2018. The official scorecards were 30-27, 30-27, 29-28 (winner's score first).

Ross Pearson scouting report

Ross Pearson (England), a lightweight, went 20-16 (1 NC) as a pro and 12-13 (1 NC) in the UFC (8-3 outside it). He debuted at The Ultimate Fighter: United States vs. United Kingdom Finale on June 20, 2009; five of his 12 UFC wins came by KO/TKO and seven by decision; he lost his last two UFC bouts; he won the lightweight final of The Ultimate Fighter 9. His reach of 69 inches is 2.6 inches shorter than the lightweight average (71.6 inches). Last fight: KO/TKO loss to Desmond Green, then 2-3 in the UFC, on March 30, 2019 (UFC Fight Night: Barboza vs. Gaethje).

Built from AgentMMA's UFC database (as of November 7, 2026); not AI-written.

Ross Pearson vs the lightweight average

Computed by AgentMMA from the round-by-round stats of 26 UFC bouts (5:02:45 of fight time).

StatPearsonDivision averagePercentile
Significant strikes landed per minute3.71,114 in 5:02:454.432
Significant strike accuracy40.3%1,114 of 2,766 landed47.5%8
Significant strikes absorbed per minute4.11,238 in 5:02:454.342
Significant strike defense62.2%2,037 of 3,275 avoided52.7%97
Takedowns per 15 minutes0.715 in 5:02:451.629
Takedown accuracy35.7%15 of 42 landed36.1%47
Takedown defense75.3%64 of 85 stopped63.9%77
Submission attempts per 15 minutes00 in 5:02:450.514
Knockdowns per 15 minutes0.36 in 5:02:450.445
Control time7%21:12 of 5:02:4519.4%16
Average fight time11:3926 bouts10:2071
Height173 cm68″178 cm70″
Reach175 cm69″182 cm71.6″
  • Division average and percentile: 97 active lightweight fighters with a UFC bout in the last 3 years, at least 3 UFC bouts and 15 minutes of UFC fight time.
  • Percentile: the share of those fighters whose value is lower (ties count half). For every stat, a higher percentile means a higher number.

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UFC fight record

UFC record: 12-13 (1 NC)

Every UFC bout, newest first. Open a bout for the full result, judges' scorecards and round-by-round stats.

  1. LUFC record after this bout: 12-13-0 (1 NC)
    Ross Pearson
    Ross Pearson
    vs
    Desmond Green
    Desmond Green
    Pro record now: 23-8-0UFC record entering: 2-3-0
    KO/TKOR1 2:52UFC Fight Night: Barboza vs. GaethjeMar 30, 2019Result & stats
  2. LUFC record after this bout: 12-12-0 (1 NC)
    Ross Pearson
    Ross Pearson
    vs
    John Makdessi
    John Makdessi
    Pro record now: 18-9-0UFC record entering: 8-6-0
    DECUFC Fight Night: Alvarez vs. Poirier 2Jul 28, 2018Result & stats
  3. WUFC record after this bout: 12-11-0 (1 NC)
    Ross Pearson
    Ross Pearson
    vs
    Mizuto Hirota
    Mizuto Hirota
    Pro record now: 18-10-2UFC record entering: 1-3-1
    DECUFC 221: Romero vs. RockholdFeb 10, 2018Result & stats
  4. LUFC record after this bout: 11-11-0 (1 NC)
    Ross Pearson
    Ross Pearson
    vs
    Dan Hooker
    Dan Hooker#14
    Pro record now: 24-15-0UFC record entering: 3-3-0
    KO/TKOR2 3:02UFC Fight Night: Lewis vs. HuntJun 10, 2017Result & stats
  5. LUFC record after this bout: 11-10-0 (1 NC)
    Ross Pearson
    Ross Pearson
    vs
    Stevie Ray
    Stevie Ray
    Pro record now: 23-9-0UFC record entering: 3-1-0
    DECUFC Fight Night: Mousasi vs. Hall 2Nov 19, 2016Result & stats
  6. LUFC record after this bout: 11-9-0 (1 NC)
    Ross Pearson
    Ross Pearson
    vs
    Jorge Masvidal
    Jorge Masvidal
    Pro record now: 35-17-0UFC record entering: 6-4-0
    DECUFC 201: Lawler vs. WoodleyJul 30, 2016Result & stats
  7. LUFC record after this bout: 11-8-0 (1 NC)
    Ross Pearson
    Ross Pearson
    vs
    Will Brooks
    Will Brooks
    Pro record now: 18-4-0UFC record entering: 0-0-0
    DECThe Ultimate Fighter: Team Joanna vs. Team Cláudia FinaleJul 8, 2016Result & stats
  8. WUFC record after this bout: 11-7-0 (1 NC)
    Ross Pearson
    Ross Pearson
    vs
    Chad Laprise
    Chad Laprise
    Pro record now: 13-4-0UFC record entering: 3-1-0
    DECUFC Fight Night: Hunt vs MirMar 19, 2016Result & stats
  9. LUFC record after this bout: 10-7-0 (1 NC)
    Ross Pearson
    Ross Pearson
    vs
    Francisco Trinaldo
    Francisco Trinaldo
    Pro record now: 28-9-0UFC record entering: 8-3-0
    DECUFC Fight Night: Dillashaw vs CruzJan 17, 2016Result & stats
  10. WUFC record after this bout: 10-6-0 (1 NC)
    Ross Pearson
    Ross Pearson
    vs
    Paul Felder
    Paul Felder
    Pro record now: 17-6-0UFC record entering: 2-1-0
    DECUFC 191: Johnson vs Dodson 2Sep 5, 2015Result & stats
  11. LUFC record after this bout: 9-6-0 (1 NC)
    Ross Pearson
    Ross Pearson
    vs
    Evan Dunham
    Evan Dunham
    Pro record now: 18-9-1UFC record entering: 8-6-0
    DECUFC Fight Night: Bisping vs LeitesJul 18, 2015Result & stats
  12. WUFC record after this bout: 9-5-0 (1 NC)
    Ross Pearson
    Ross Pearson
    vs
    Sam Stout
    Sam Stout
    Pro record now: 20-12-1UFC record entering: 9-9-0
    KO/TKOR2 1:33UFC 185: Pettis vs Dos AnjosMar 14, 2015Result & stats
  13. LUFC record after this bout: 8-5-0 (1 NC)
    Ross Pearson
    Ross Pearson
    vs
    Al Iaquinta
    Al Iaquinta
    Pro record now: 14-7-1UFC record entering: 4-2-0
    KO/TKOR2 1:39UFC Fight Night: Rockhold vs BispingNov 7, 2014Result & stats
  14. WUFC record after this bout: 8-4-0 (1 NC)
    Ross Pearson
    Ross Pearson
    vs
    Gray Maynard
    Gray Maynard
    Pro record now: 13-7-1 (1 NC)UFC record entering: 9-3-1 (1 NC)
    KO/TKOR2 1:35UFC Fight Night: Bader vs Saint PreuxAug 16, 2014Result & stats
  15. LUFC record after this bout: 7-4-0 (1 NC)
    Ross Pearson
    Ross Pearson
    vs
    Diego Sanchez
    Diego Sanchez
    Pro record now: 31-13-0UFC record entering: 13-7-0
    DECUFC Fight Night: Henderson vs KhabilovJun 7, 2014Result & stats
  16. NCUFC record after this bout: 7-3-0 (1 NC)
    Ross Pearson
    Ross Pearson
    vs
    Melvin Guillard
    Melvin Guillard
    Pro record now: 32-18-2 (3 NC)UFC record entering: 12-8-0
    NCR1 1:57UFC Fight Night: Machida vs MunozOct 26, 2013Result & stats
  17. WUFC record after this bout: 7-3-0
    Ross Pearson
    Ross Pearson
    vs
    Ryan Couture
    Ryan Couture
    Pro record now: 11-5-0UFC record entering: 0-0-0
    KO/TKOR2 3:45UFC on FUEL TV: Mousasi vs LatifiApr 6, 2013Result & stats
  18. WUFC record after this bout: 6-3-0
    Ross Pearson
    Ross Pearson
    vs
    George Sotiropoulos
    George Sotiropoulos
    Pro record now: 14-7-0UFC record entering: 7-2-0
    KO/TKOR3 0:41UFC on FX: Sotiropoulos vs PearsonDec 14, 2012Result & stats
  19. LUFC record after this bout: 5-3-0
    Ross Pearson
    Ross Pearson
    vs
    Cub Swanson
    Cub Swanson
    Pro record now: 31-14-0UFC record entering: 1-1-0
    KO/TKOR2 4:14UFC on FX: Maynard vs GuidaJun 22, 2012Result & stats
  20. WUFC record after this bout: 5-2-0
    Ross Pearson
    Ross Pearson
    vs
    Junior Assuncao
    Junior Assuncao
    Pro record now: 16-6-0UFC record entering: 2-2-0
    DECUFC 141: Lesnar vs OvereemDec 30, 2011Result & stats
  21. LUFC record after this bout: 4-2-0
    Ross Pearson
    Ross Pearson
    vs
    Edson Barboza
    Edson Barboza
    Pro record now: 24-15-0UFC record entering: 2-0-0
    DECUFC 134: Silva vs OkamiAug 27, 2011Result & stats
  22. WUFC record after this bout: 4-1-0
    Ross Pearson
    Ross Pearson
    vs
    Spencer Fisher
    Spencer Fisher
    Pro record now: 24-9-0UFC record entering: 9-5-0
    DECUFC 127: Penn vs FitchFeb 26, 2011Result & stats
  23. LUFC record after this bout: 3-1-0
    Ross Pearson
    Ross Pearson
    vs
    Cole Miller
    Cole Miller
    Pro record now: 21-11-0 (1 NC)UFC record entering: 5-2-0
    SUBR2 1:49UFC Fight Night: Marquardt vs PalharesSep 15, 2010Result & stats
  24. WUFC record after this bout: 3-0-0
    Ross Pearson
    Ross Pearson
    vs
    Dennis Siver
    Dennis Siver
    Pro record now: 23-11-0 (1 NC)UFC record entering: 4-3-0
    DECUFC Fight Night: Florian vs GomiMar 31, 2010Result & stats
  25. WUFC record after this bout: 2-0-0
    Ross Pearson
    Ross Pearson
    vs
    Aaron Riley
    Aaron Riley
    Pro record now: 30-14-1UFC record entering: 2-3-0
    KO/TKOR2 4:38UFC 105: Couture vs VeraNov 14, 2009Result & stats
  26. WUFC record after this bout: 1-0-0
    Ross Pearson
    Ross Pearson
    vs
    Andre Winner
    Andre Winner
    Pro record now: 21-11-2UFC record entering: 0-0-0
    DECThe Ultimate Fighter: United States vs. United Kingdom FinaleJun 20, 2009Result & stats

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