Carmelo Marrero

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Carmelo Marrero
Born (1981-01-26) January 26, 1981 (age 43)
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Other namesThe Fury
Nationality American
Height6 ft 2 in (1.88 m)
Weight255 lb (116 kg; 18.2 st)
Division Heavyweight
Light Heavyweight
Reach73+1⁄2 in (187 cm) [1]
Fighting out of Coconut Creek, Florida, U.S.
Team American Top Team
Years active2004–2013
Mixed martial arts record
Total23
Wins16
By knockout3
By submission7
By decision6
Losses6
By submission2
By decision4
No contests1
Other information
Mixed martial arts record from Sherdog

Carmelo Marrero (born January 26, 1981) is an American former professional mixed martial artist who competed in the Heavyweight and Light Heavyweight divisions. He has competed for the UFC, WEC, Bellator Fighting Championships, the IFL, and the XFC.

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Background

Marrero was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and raised in Douglassville, Pennsylvania. He was diagnosed with cancer at a young age and eventually was able to overcome the illness. Marrero began wrestling for Daniel Boone High School in Berks County, Pennsylvania and placed sixth in the state tournament as a Heavyweight. Marrero had originally wanted to attend Rider University after graduating from high school, decided to attend Gloucester County College for two and a half years where he set multiple records. Marrero was sidelined by a near-fatal car accident which took him six months to recover, but later came back to win over 40 matches and qualify for the Junior College National Tournament. Marrero later transferred to Rider University where he became the team captain and was a two-time national qualifier. After college, Marrero began venturing into mixed martial arts. [2]

Mixed martial arts career

Early career

Marrero's first five professional bouts were against local opponents in small fight promotions along the New Jersey shore. Marrero would go on to win and dominate all five bouts before being signed by the UFC.

Ultimate Fighting Championship

Marrero made his UFC debut against a much larger and more experienced opponent in Cheick Kongo who already had two wins for the organization. Marrero used his superior grappling skills to control the bout and won via a split decision.

In his next fight he faced Gabriel Gonzaga, with the winner to get a shot to fight Mirko "Cro Cop" Filipović for the #1 contender spot; Marrero lost this fight in the first round via submission due to an armbar submission. [3] He dropped down to the Light Heavyweight division to face Wilson Gouveia at UFC 71, [4] but was again defeated via first-round submission and was then released from the UFC.

International Fight League

Marrero competed for American Top Team's camp in the International Fight League and made his debut for the organization on April 4, 2008 at IFL: New Jersey where he faced Mike Ciesnolevicz. The fight was ruled a no-contest after an accidental headbutt in the first round.

World Extreme Cagefighting

Marrero made his WEC debut on November 5, 2008 at WEC 36 against Steve Steinbeiss and won via split decision.

Return to the UFC

Following his win against Steinbeiss, Marrero returned to the UFC on April 1, 2009 facing Ryan Bader at UFC Fight Night 18. [5] He lost the fight via unanimous decision, and was released from the promotion once again.

Bellator

Carmelo was set to make his promotional debut with Bellator at Bellator 69 against Seth Petruzelli, [6] however the bout was canceled the day of the event due to Petruzelli not being medically cleared to fight. [7]

Marrero made his Bellator debut on October 19, 2012 at Bellator 77 against Lew Polley and lost via unanimous decision. [8]

Championships and accomplishments

Mixed martial arts record

Professional record breakdown
23 matches16 wins6 losses
By knockout30
By submission72
By decision64
No contests1
Res.RecordOpponentMethodEventDateRoundTimeLocationNotes
Win16–6 (1)Shelton GravesSubmission (leglock)XFE 28: Atiyeh vs. Gratalo 2October 25, 201311:33 Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, United States
Win15–6 (1)J.A. DudleyTKO (punches)XFE: Cage Wars 24June 8, 201321:54 Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, United States
Loss14–6 (1)Lew PolleyDecision (unanimous) Bellator 77 October 19, 201235:00 Reading, Pennsylvania, United States
Win14–5 (1)Scott BarrettDecision (unanimous)XFC 14: ResurrectionOctober 21, 201135:00 Orlando, Florida, United States
Loss13–5 (1) Mark Holata Decision (unanimous)C3 Fights: SlamFestJanuary 29, 201135:00 Newkirk, Oklahoma, United States
Win13–4 (1)Steven BanksSubmission (guillotine choke)WCC 3: Brawl at the HallOctober 9, 201022:33 Allentown, Pennsylvania, United States
Win12–4 (1)Brian HedenDecision (unanimous)C3 Fights: Knockout-Rockout Weekend 4July 17, 201033:00 Clinton, Oklahoma, United StatesReturn to Heavyweight.
Win11–4 (1)Wayne ColeSubmission (guillotine choke)C3 Fights: Slammin Jammin Weekend 4February 13, 201022:37 Nashville, Tennessee, United States
Loss10–4 (1) Antwain Britt Decision (unanimous)Vendetta Fighting Championship: A Night of VengeanceSeptember 5, 200935:00 Oranjestad, Aruba
Loss10–3 (1) Ryan Bader Decision (unanimous) UFC Fight Night: Condit vs. Kampmann April 1, 200935:00 Nashville, Tennessee, United States
Win10–2 (1) Steve Steinbeiss Decision (split) WEC 36 November 5, 200835:00 Hollywood, Florida, United States
Win9–2 (1)Chuck HuusSubmission (ankle lock)C3 Fights: Clash in ConchoSeptember 19, 2008N/AN/A Concho, Oklahoma, United States
Win8–2 (1)Rader McHughSubmission (rear-naked choke)C3 Fights: Showdown 2August 16, 200822:48 Cherokee, North Carolina, United States
NC7–2 (1)Mike CiesnoleviczNo Contest (accidental headbutt) IFL: New Jersey April 4, 200811:37 East Rutherford, New Jersey, United States
Win7–2Rafael del RealTKO (doctor stoppage)WCO: Kerr vs. GavinNovember 7, 200715:00 Hollywood, California, United States
Loss6–2 Wilson Gouveia Submission (guillotine choke) UFC 71 May 26, 200713:06 Las Vegas, Nevada, United States Light Heavyweight debut.
Loss6–1 Gabriel Gonzaga Submission (armbar) UFC 66 December 30, 200613:22 Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Win6–0 Cheick Kongo Decision (split) UFC 64 October 14, 200635:00 Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Win5–0Petrus WalkerTKO (doctor stoppage)Cage Fury Fighting Championships 1June 30, 200612:43 Atlantic City, New Jersey, United StatesWon the inaugural CFFC Heavyweight Championship.
Win4–0Dale CarsonSubmission (rear-naked choke)MFC: Boardwalk BlitzMarch 4, 200620:48 Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States
Win3–0Sherman PendergarstDecision (unanimous)RF 9: Battle at the Beach 2009August 6, 200525:00 Wildwood, New Jersey, United States
Win2–0Chris VoloDecision (unanimous)Reality Fighting 8April 2, 200525:00 Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States
Win1–0Chris DippolitoSubmission (rear-naked choke)Reality Fighting 7October 16, 200411:02 Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States

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References

  1. ↑ "Carmelo "The Fury" Marrero's profile". tapology.com. Retrieved June 29, 2014.
  2. ↑ "Carmelo Marrero "The Fury" (12-3-0) Official Mixed Martial Arts Record". www.mixedmartialarts.com. Archived from the original on 2010-08-09.
  3. ↑ "Gabriel Gonzaga vs. Carmelo Marrero". tapology.com. December 30, 2006.
  4. ↑ "Report: Wilson Gouveia vs. Carmelo Marrero Added to UFC 71 Fight Card". mmajunkie.com. April 19, 2007.
  5. ↑ ""TUF8" winner Ryan Bader meets Carmelo Marrero at UFC Fight Night 18". mmajunkie.com. January 12, 2009.
  6. ↑ "Carmelo Marrero fights fellow UFC vet Seth Petruzelli at Bellator 68 live on MTV2". wewantfights.com. Archived from the original on July 2, 2014. Retrieved June 29, 2014.
  7. ↑ "Highly anticipated Marrero vs. Petruzelli bout canceled hours before live fight". wewantfights.com. Archived from the original on July 2, 2014. Retrieved June 29, 2014.
  8. ↑ "Bellator 77: live video stream, discussion and play by play". bloodyelbow.com. October 19, 2012.
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