Paul Bradley (fighter)

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Paul Bradley
Born (1983-06-13) June 13, 1983 (age 41)
Tama, Iowa, United States
Other namesThe Gentleman (aka Sabertooth)
Height5 ft 9 in (1.75 m)
Weight170 lb (77 kg; 12 st)
Division Welterweight (170 lb)
Middleweight (185 lb)
Reach72 in (183 cm)
Style Freestyle Wrestling
Fighting out of San Diego, CA, United States
Team Alliance MMA (2013–2019)
Minnesota Martial Arts Academy (2009–2012)
WrestlingNCAA Division I Wrestling
Years active2006–present
Mixed martial arts record
Total35
Wins23
By knockout8
By submission7
By decision8
Losses10
By knockout3
By decision7
No contests2
Other information
University University of Iowa
Notable school(s)South Tama High School
Mixed martial arts record from Sherdog

Paul Bradley (born June 13, 1983) is a retired American mixed martial artist who competed mostly in the Welterweight division. A professional competitor since 2006, Bradley has also fought in the Bellator MMA, UFC, Strikeforce, Shark Fights, King of the Cage, PFL, and was a contestant on The Ultimate Fighter: Team Rampage vs. Team Forrest .

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Background

Born and raised in Tama, Iowa, Bradley competed in wrestling at South Tama High School where he was a state champion in his senior season, in addition to runner-up finishes as a junior and sophomore. Bradley was also a Cadet National Champion as a freshman, and earned in two letters in football as well as one in baseball. In football, Bradley won All-Conference honors as a senior and compiled an overall record in wrestling of 168-18 before continuing his career at the University of Iowa. [1] At Iowa, Bradley was a two-time All-American and finished as high as fourth at the NCAA Championships. [2] After graduating, Bradley coached wrestling at the University of Buffalo and Indiana University before transitioning into mixed martial arts. [3]

Mixed martial arts career

Early career

Bradley started his career in 2006. He fought mainly for Indiana's promotion Legends of Fighting Championship. In March 2008, Bradley was announced as a cast member of The Ultimate Fighter . [4]

The Ultimate Fighter

Bradley was a contestant in The Ultimate Fighter: Team Rampage vs. Team Forrest . He defeated Reggie Orr during the entry via unanimous decision. [5]

He was picked to be a member of Team Rampage, but had to leave the house due to a skin condition, which could possibly be transmitted to the other fighters. [6]

Strikeforce

Bradley made his debut against Levi Avera on September 25, 2009, at Strikeforce Challengers: Kennedy vs. Cummings. He won via unanimous decision. [7]

Bradley faced Luke Rockhold on February 26, 2010, at Strikeforce Challengers: Kaufman vs. Hashi. He lost via TKO in the first round. [8]

Ultimate Fighting Championship

Bradley made his debut on short notice [9] against Rafael Natal on August 6, 2011, at UFC 133 . He lost via unanimous decision. [10]

Bradley had a rematch against Mike Pierce on November 12, 2011, at UFC on Fox: Velasquez vs. dos Santos . He lost via split decision [11] and was subsequently released from the promotion. [12]

Bellator MMA

Bradley made his promotional debut against Karl Amoussou on October 18, 2013, at Bellator 104. [13] He won the fight via unanimous decision.

In March 2014, he entered into the Bellator Season 10 Welterweight Tournament. He faced Nathan Coy in the opening round on March 14, 2014, at Bellator 112 and lost the fight via unanimous decision.

Bradley faced Josh Neer in the main event at Bellator 129 on October 17, 2014. [14] He won the fight by unanimous decision.

Bradley faced Chris Honeycutt at Bellator 140 on July 17, 2015. [15] The fight ended midway through the second round after an accidental clash of heads between the two fighters, resulting in a cut on Bradley that the doctor deemed too bad to allow the fighter to continue. The official result was a No Contest. A rematch with Honeycutt was held on January 29, 2016, at Bellator 148. Despite again being the betting underdog, Bradley won the bout via TKO early in the first round.

Championships and accomplishments

Amateur wrestling

Mixed martial arts

Mixed martial arts record

Professional record breakdown
35 matches23 wins10 losses
By knockout83
By submission70
By decision87
No contests2
Res.RecordOpponentMethodEventDateRoundTimeLocationNotes
Loss23–10 (2)Handesson FerreiraTKO (punches) PFL 7 August 30, 201810:20 Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States
Loss23–9 (2)João ZeferinoTKO (punches) PFL 3 July 5, 201811:58 Washington, DC, United States
Loss23–8 (2) Alexander Shlemenko Decision (unanimous) M-1 Challenge 75 - Shlemenko vs. Bradley March 3, 201735:00 Moscow, RussiaMiddleweight bout
Loss23–7 (2) Yushin Okami Decision (split) WSOF 34 December 31, 201635:00 New York City, New York, United States
Win23–6 (2) Chris Honeycutt TKO (punches) Bellator 148 January 29, 201610:40 Fresno, California, United States
NC22–6 (2) Chris Honeycutt NC (accidental headbutt) Bellator 140 July 17, 201522:47 Uncasville, Connecticut, United States
Win22–6 (1) Josh Neer Decision (unanimous) Bellator 129 October 17, 201435:00 Council Bluffs, Iowa, United States
Loss21–6 (1) Nathan Coy Decision (unanimous) Bellator 112 March 14, 201435:00 Hammond, Indiana, United StatesBellator Season 10 Welterweight Tournament Quarterfinal
Win21–5 (1) Karl Amoussou Decision (unanimous) Bellator 104 October 18, 201335:00 Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States
Loss20–5 (1)Valdir AraújoDecision (split)CFA 8: Araújo vs. BradleyOctober 6, 201235:00 Coral Gables, Florida, United States
Win20–4 (1)Keith SmetanaTKO (punches)Downtown Showdown 6June 22, 201222:37 Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Win19–4 (1)Ryan BraunSubmission (arm-triangle choke)Downtown Showdown 4April 7, 201222:11 Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Loss18–4 (1) Mike Pierce Decision (split) UFC on Fox: Velasquez vs. dos Santos November 12, 201135:00 Anaheim, California, United States Welterweight bout
Loss18–3 (1) Rafael Natal Decision (unanimous) UFC 133 August 6, 201135:00 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Middleweight bout
Win18–2 (1)Eddie LarreaSubmission (arm-triangle choke)Extreme Challenge 188July 23, 201112:54 Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Win17–2 (1)Kenneth AllenSubmission (guillotine choke)Extreme Challenge 183May 14, 201110:45 Black River Falls, Wisconsin, United States
Win16–2 (1)Anton TomashTKO (punches)Meskwaki MayhemMay 7, 201111:27 Tama, Iowa, United States
Win15–2 (1)Ted WorthingtonSubmission (neck crank)CFX: Extreme Challenge on TargetDecember 11, 201032:31 Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Win14–2 (1)Johnny ReesSubmission (rear-naked choke) Shark Fights 13: Jardine vs Prangley September 11, 201014:28 Amarillo, Texas, United States
NC13–2 (1) Sam Alvey No contest (rainfall) KOTC: Chain Reaction July 17, 2010N/AN/A Lac du Flambeau, Wisconsin, United States
Loss13–2 Luke Rockhold TKO (knees to the body) Strikeforce Challengers: Kaufman vs. Hashi February 26, 201012:24 San Jose, California, United States
Win13–1Levi AveraDecision (unanimous) Strikeforce Challengers: Kennedy vs. Cummings September 25, 200935:00 Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States176 lb Catchweight bout [18]
Win12–1Leonardo PecanhaDecision (unanimous)UCFC: Rumble on the RiversJune 27, 200935:00 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
Loss11–1 Mike Pierce Decision (unanimous)RIE 2: Brotherly Love BrawlApril 30, 200935:00 Oaks, Pennsylvania, United States
Win11–0 Nathan Coy Decision (split)WCA: Pure CombatFebruary 6, 200935:00 Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States
Win10–0 Dante Rivera TKO (punches)Ring of Combat 22November 21, 200810:34 Atlantic City, New Jersey, United StatesWon ROC Middleweight Championship
Win9–0Patrick HornerDecision (unanimous)NAAFS: Caged Fury 5October 4, 200835:00 Cleveland, Ohio, United States
Win8–0De'marco HarrisDecision (unanimous)Evening in the Cage 2July 19, 200835:00 Fort Walton Beach, Florida, United States
Win7–0D.J. WatkinsTKO (punches)Destiny Fight 1March 15, 200812:27 Fort Walton Beach, Florida, United States
Win6–0Mike van MeerTKO (punches)Masters of the Cage 16September 28, 200733:58 Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States
Win5–0Ryan BraunSubmission (rear-naked choke)Title Fighting ChampionshipsJune 30, 200710:56 Des Moines, Iowa, United States
Win4–0Troy KingDecision (majority)LOF 15: VengeanceApril 27, 200735:00 Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
Win3–0Joe NeaceTKO (punches)LOF Revolution 4April 13, 200712:01 Plainfield, Indiana, United States
Win2–0Adam StoupTKO (corner stoppage)LOF 12: Black Tie BattlesDecember 31, 200625:00 Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
Win1–0James PowellSubmission (guillotine choke)LOF: Fright NightOctober 28, 20061N/A Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

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