Reuben Duran

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Reuben Duran
Born (1983-07-02) July 2, 1983 (age 41)
Chula Vista, California, United States
Other namesHurricane
Nationality American
Height5 ft 6 in (1.68 m)
Weight135 lb (61 kg; 9.6 st)
Division Bantamweight
Flyweight
Reach71.0 in (180 cm)
Fighting out of Redlands, California, United States
TeamPinnacle Jiu Jitsu & MMA
Years active2006–present
Mixed martial arts record
Total16
Wins10
By knockout4
By submission4
By decision2
Losses5
By knockout1
By submission1
By decision3
Draws1
Other information
Mixed martial arts record from Sherdog

Reuben Duran (born July 2, 1983) is an American professional mixed martial artist currently competing in the Flyweight division. A professional since 2006, he has competed for the UFC, Shooto, and King of the Cage. He is the current King of the Cage Light Flyweight Champion, as well as the former Interim Flyweight Champion.

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Background

Duran started training martial arts at the age of seven. By the time he turned 14 he had added boxing to training regimen and by 19 was training in all aspects of MMA including the additions of wrestling, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, and Muay Thai. [1]

Mixed martial arts career

Early career

Reuben began his career with multiple fights for King of the Cage, and other small promotions in California. As an amateur competitor, Duran has distinguished himself by being a six time winner of Grapplers Quest. [2]

In a memorable match, Duran fought Greg Guzman, hiding his injuries that included 2 torn ligaments in his right hand. In spite of the injuries, Duran still earned the victory. Later, in an interview, Duran voiced his confidence that were it not for the injury, he would have gotten a stoppage. Duran would support his bold statement in his next fight as he claimed a victory over Ryan Diaz via KO with only 3 seconds left in the fight. In subsequent bouts, Duran submitted both Kana Hyatt and Maurice Eazel in the first round.

Ultimate Fighting Championship

Duran signed with the UFC in early 2011 and made his debut at UFC on Versus 3 against Takeya Mizugaki, replacing an injured Francisco Rivera. [3] Duran lost the fight via close split decision.

Duran faced Francisco Rivera on June 4, 2011 at The Ultimate Fighter 13 Finale. [4] He won the fight via submission in the third round, earning Submission of the Night honors.

Duran next faced Hugo Viana on December 15, 2012 at The Ultimate Fighter: Team Carwin vs. Team Nelson Finale. [5] After being knocked down twice, he eventually lost the fight via KO late in the first round.

Duran then faced George Roop on March 16, 2013 at UFC 158. [6] He lost the fight via unanimous decision and was subsequently released from the promotion. [7]

Post-UFC career

Over a year after his release from UFC, Duran returned to King of the Cage in June 2014. Duran faced Tony Sanchez at KOTC: Slugfest on June 5, 2014. He won the fight via second round TKO. [8]

Championships and accomplishments

Mixed martial arts record

Professional record breakdown
21 matches13 wins7 losses
By knockout42
By submission51
By decision44
Draws1
Res.RecordOpponentMethodEventDateRoundTimeLocationNotes
Won13–7–1Tim SosaSubmission (rear naked choke)KOTC: Energetic PursuitFebruary 24, 201854:08 Ontario, California United StatesWon the KOTC Light Flyweight Championship.
Won12–7–1Fard MuhammadDecision (unanimous)KOTC: ConquistadoresDecember 3, 201735:00 Ontario, California United States
Loss11–7–1Shoko SatoKO/TKO (strikes) Shooto in Korakuen HallJuly 23, 201714:58 Tokyo, Japan
Loss11–6–1Derrick MandellDecision (split)KOTC: Ultimate CollisionJuly 8, 201655:00 Carlton, Minnesota, United StatesLost the KOTC Flyweight Championship.
Win11–5–1Andrew NatividadDecision (unanimous)KOTC: Bitter RivalsAugust 29, 201555:00 Ontario, California, United StatesDefended the interim KOTC Flyweight Championship. Later promoted to undisputed champion.
Win10–5–1Eduardo TorresDecision (unanimous)KOTC: Battle for the BeltOctober 2, 201455:00 Highland, California, United StatesWon the interim KOTC Flyweight Championship.
Win9–5–1Tony SanchezTKO (punches)KOTC: SlugfestJune 5, 201421:26 Highland, California, United States
Loss8–5–1 George Roop Decision (unanimous) UFC 158 March 16, 201335:00 Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Loss8–4–1 Hugo Viana KO (punch) The Ultimate Fighter 16 Finale December 15, 201214:05 Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Win8–3–1 Francisco Rivera Submission (rear-naked choke) The Ultimate Fighter 13 Finale June 4, 201131:57 Las Vegas, Nevada, United StatesSubmission of the Night.
Loss7–3–1 Takeya Mizugaki Decision (split) UFC Live: Sanchez vs. Kampmann March 3, 201135:00 Louisville, Kentucky, United States
Win7–2–1Kana HyattSubmission (guillotine choke) KOTC: Sniper August 5, 201012:03 San Bernardino, California, United States
Win6–2–1Maurice EazelSubmission (guillotine choke)Long Beach Fight Night 8April 18, 201011:18 Long Beach, California, United States
Win5–2–1Ryan DiazKO (punch) KOTC: Arrival February 25, 201034:57 Highland, California, United States
Win4–2–1Greg GuzmanDecision (unanimous) KOTC: Super Stars August 13, 200935:00 Highland, California, United States
Loss3–2–1Tommy VargasDecision (unanimous)All Star Boxing: Conquest in the Cage 3July 10, 200933:00 Montebello, California, United States
Win3–1–1Manny RomeroTKO (punches)AF 2: Apocalypse Fights 2October 9, 200810:37 Palm Springs, California, United States
Win2–1–1Ricardo GallardoKO (punches)AF: Apocalypse Fights 1August 7, 20081N/A Palm Springs, California, United States
Win1–1–1Bobby SanchezSubmission (triangle choke)Invincible: MMAMarch 8, 200811:15 Ontario, California, United States
Draw0–1–1David AguirreDraw KOTC: Final Chapter December 2, 200725:00 San Jacinto, California, United States
Loss0–1Scott EpsteinSubmission (rear-naked choke)PF 1: The BeginningMay 12, 200612:40 Hollywood, California, United States

References

  1. "Reuben Duran - Official UFC® Fighter Profile". UFC . Retrieved 2014-03-16.
  2. "Pinnacle Jiu-Jitsu Redlands - MMA Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Judo Muay Thai Wrestling Boxing: Pinnacle Jiu-Jitsu Instructors". Archived from the original on 2010-04-05. Retrieved 2014-03-16.
  3. "Newcomer Reuben Duran signs on to face Takeya Mizugaki at UFC on Versus 3". mmajunkie.com. February 15, 2011. Archived from the original on July 19, 2012.
  4. "Reuben Duran vs. Francisco Rivera slotted for The Ultimate Fighter 13 Finale". mmajunkie.com. March 12, 2011. Archived from the original on June 9, 2012.
  5. George Halvatsis Jr. (September 30, 2012). "Hugo Viana Set To Fight Reuben Duran At TUF 16 Finale". mmamania.com. Retrieved September 30, 2012.
  6. "George Roop vs. Reuben Duran a late addition to UFC 158 lineup". mmajunkie.com. February 21, 2013.
  7. "Duran, Holobaugh, Lawrence, Sicilia, Tamura among UFC fighter releases". mmajunkie.com. May 8, 2013.
  8. "KOTC: Slugfest Results from 06/05/14". kingofthecage.com. June 5, 2014. Archived from the original on July 17, 2014.