Dustin Hazelett

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Dustin Hazelett
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Born (1986-04-29) April 29, 1986 (age 37)
Louisa, Kentucky, United States
Other namesMcLovin [1]
Nationality American
Height6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)
Weight155 lb (70 kg; 11.1 st)
Division Lightweight (155 lb)
Welterweight (170 lb)
Reach77.0 in (196 cm)
Fighting out of Cincinnati, Ohio, United States
TeamThe JG MMA and Fitness Academy
RankBlack belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu
Years active2004–2010
Mixed martial arts record
Total19
Wins12
By knockout1
By submission9
By decision2
Losses7
By knockout4
By submission2
By decision1
Mixed martial arts record from Sherdog

Dustin Tyler Hazelett (born April 29, 1986) is a retired American mixed martial artist who had fought as a Welterweight in the Ultimate Fighting Championship.

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Background

Hazelett was born in Louisa, Kentucky, USA.[ citation needed ] Hazelett began training in martial arts as a sophomore in high school and began training Brazilian jiu-jitsu at the age of 16, going on to earn a black belt under Jorge Gurgel. [2] Hazelett has attended Marshall University, and is in progress to earning his bachelor's degree. [3]

Mixed martial arts career

Early career

Hazelett made his professional mixed martial arts debut in 2004 and compiled a record of 10–2 before being signed by the UFC.

Ultimate Fighting Championship

Hazelett made his UFC debut on October 10, 2006, in a submission loss to Tony DeSouza. Hazelett holds notable wins over Josh Burkman via step-over armbar, transitioned from a whizzer takedown at The Ultimate Fighter 7 Finale and Tamdan McCrory due to a reverse armbar at UFC 91. Each spectacular finish earned Hazelett the Submission of the Night award. His impressive submission victory over Josh Burkman earned Hazelett the "Submission of the Year" award from ESPN partner, Sherdog.com. [4] His next fight was expected to be against Ben Saunders at UFC 96, but had to withdraw due to injury. [5] He was expected to make his return against Karo Parisyan on November 21, 2009, at UFC 106. [6] However, the fight was cancelled after Karo Parisyan bowed out of the match the day before weigh-ins. Dana White stated on his Twitter page that Hazelett would be paid both his fight and win bonuses for the fight.

Hazelett would later agree to face Paul Daley at UFC 108 following Carlos Condit's withdrawal. [7] However, Hazelett lost the fight via first-round knockout and was medically suspended shortly after because of an orbital bone injury.

Hazelett was scheduled to make his return against Dan Hardy at UFC 119 after verbal agreements were made. However, Hazelett withdrew from the bout as he was due to get married in September. [8] Hazelett faced Rick Story on August 7, 2010, at UFC 117. [9] Hazelett lost to Story by TKO (punches) at 1:15 of the second round.

Hazelett was unsuccessful in his bid when he dropped to Lightweight when he faced Mark Bocek on December 11, 2010, at UFC 124, losing via triangle choke in the 1st round. [10] On December 20 Hazelett was released by the UFC following a three-fight losing streak. [11]

Hazelett has temporarily put a hold to his MMA career to go back to school. [12]

Personal life

Hazelett and his wife had their first child in 2011. Since his UFC career Dustin has become a full time paramedic in Cabell County WV. [13]

Championships and accomplishments

Mixed martial arts

Mixed martial arts record

Professional record breakdown
19 matches12 wins7 losses
By knockout14
By submission92
By decision21
Res.RecordOpponentMethodEventDateRoundTimeLocationNotes
Loss12–7 Mark Bocek Submission (triangle choke/armbar) UFC 124 December 11, 201012:33 Montreal, Quebec, CanadaReturn to Lightweight
Loss12–6 Rick Story TKO (punches) UFC 117 August 7, 201021:15 Oakland, California, United States
Loss12–5 Paul Daley KO (punches) UFC 108 January 2, 201012:24 Las Vegas, Nevada, United StatesCatchweight bout of 172 lbs
Win12–4 Tamdan McCrory Submission (reverse armbar) UFC 91 November 15, 200813:59 Las Vegas, Nevada, United StatesSubmission of the Night
Win11–4 Josh Burkman Submission (armbar) The Ultimate Fighter: Team Rampage vs. Team Forrest Finale June 21, 200824:46 Las Vegas, Nevada, United StatesFight of the Night; Submission of the Night; Submission of the Year
Loss10–4 Josh Koscheck KO (head kick and punches) UFC 82 March 1, 200821:24 Columbus, Ohio, United States
Win10–3 Jonathan Goulet Submission (armbar) UFC Fight Night: Thomas vs. Florian September 19, 200711:14 Las Vegas, Nevada, United StatesSubmission of the Night
Win9–3Stevie LynchSubmission (anaconda choke) UFC 72 June 16, 200712:50 Belfast, Northern Ireland
Win8–3Diego SaraivaDecision (unanimous) UFC 67 February 3, 200735:00 Las Vegas, Nevada, United States Lightweight bout
Loss7–3 Tony DeSouza Submission (kimura) Ortiz vs. Shamrock 3: The Final Chapter October 10, 200613:59 Hollywood, Florida, United States
Win7–2Chad ReinerKO (punches)Extreme Challenge 70August 26, 200610:07 Hayward, Wisconsin, United States
Win6–2Victor MorenoSubmission (armbar)Extreme Challenge 68July 15, 200611:02 Hayward, Wisconsin, United States
Win5–2Mike CardosaSubmission (triangle choke)Extreme Challenge 68July 15, 200610:48 Hayward, Wisconsin, United States
Win4–2Rhalan GracieDecision (split)GFC: Team Gracie vs Team Hammer HouseMarch 3, 200635:00 Columbus, Ohio, United States
Loss3–2Dereck KeasleyDecision (unanimous)Freestyle Fighting Championship 16September 24, 200525:00 Tunica, Mississippi, United States
Win3–1John ShackelfordSubmission (rear-naked choke)Freestyle Fighting Championship 16September 24, 200512:42 Tunica, Mississippi, United States
Loss2–1 Junior Assuncao TKO (punches)Full Throttle 3July 15, 200514:27 Duluth, Georgia, United States
Win2–0Jason IrelandSubmission (triangle choke)Hand 2 Hand CombatJune 17, 20051N/A Canton, Ohio, United States
Win1–0Justin HonsSubmission (armbar) KOTC 42: Buckeye Nuts October 23, 20041N/A Dayton, Ohio, United States

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