Brian Melancon

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Brian Melancon
Born (1982-05-28) May 28, 1982 (age 39)
Port Neches, Texas, United States
Nationality American
Height5 ft 8 in (1.73 m)
Weight170 lb (77 kg; 12 st)
Division Welterweight
Lightweight
Reach70.0 in (178 cm)
Stance Orthodox
Fighting out of Houston, Texas, United States
TeamParadigm Training Center
Trainer Ricco Rodriguez [1]
RankPurple belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu [1]
Years active2009-2013
Mixed martial arts record
Total10
Wins7
By knockout4
By submission1
By decision2
Losses3
By submission1
By decision2
Mixed martial arts record from Sherdog

Brian Melancon (born May 28, 1982) is a retired American mixed martial artist who most recently competed in the UFC's Welterweight division. A professional competitor from 2009-2013, Melancon also formerly competed for Strikeforce, Bellator, and Legacy FC.

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Background

Born in Houston but raised in Groves, Tx. Melancon played baseball, competing at Port Neches-Groves High School. Melancon then attended Lamar University and pursued a career in physical therapy, later earning a master's degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch. [2] At the age of 24, Melancon began training in mixed martial arts to keep himself in shape. [3]

Mixed martial arts career

Early career

Melancon compiled a 5−1 record before signing with Strikeforce.

Strikeforce

Melancon made his promotional debut against Isaac Vallie-Flagg at Strikeforce: Overeem vs. Werdum. He lost the fight via split decision.

Melancon next faced Felipe Portela at Strikeforce Challengers: Larkin vs. Rossborough and won via unanimous decision.

Ultimate Fighting Championship

Melancon made his UFC debut by knocking out Seth Baczynski on July 6, 2013 at UFC 162 at the end of the first round. [4]

Melancon faced Kelvin Gastelum on August 28, 2013 at UFC Fight Night 27, replacing an injured Paulo Thiago. [5] He lost the fight via submission in the first round.

Melancon was expected to face Robert Whittaker on December 7, 2013 at UFC Fight Night 33. [6] However, Melancon pulled out of the bout and subsequently announced his retirement due to renal stress as a result of frequent weight cutting. Whittaker was subsequently removed from the card as well. [7] [8] [9]

Mixed martial arts record

Professional record breakdown
10 matches7 wins3 losses
By knockout40
By submission11
By decision22
Res.RecordOpponentMethodEventDateRoundTimeLocationNotes
Loss7–3 Kelvin Gastelum Submission (rear-naked choke) UFC Fight Night: Condit vs. Kampmann 2 August 28, 201312:26 Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
Win7–2 Seth Baczynski KO (punches) UFC 162 July 6, 201314:59Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Win6–2Felipe PortelaDecision (unanimous) Strikeforce Challengers: Larkin vs. Rossborough September 23, 201135:00Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Loss5–2 Isaac Vallie-Flagg Decision (split) Strikeforce: Overeem vs. Werdum June 18, 201135:00Dallas, Texas, United StatesCatchweight (175 lbs) bout.
Win5–1 Derrick Krantz Decision (unanimous)Legacy FC 5January 29, 201135:00Houston, Texas, United States
Win4–1 Todd Moore TKO (punches)Legacy FC 3July 31, 201011:00Houston, Texas, United States
Loss3–1 Adam Schindler Decision (unanimous) Bellator 20 May 27, 201035:00San Antonio, Texas, United StatesCatchweight (161 lbs) bout.
Win3–0Jarrett JonesTKO (punches)Steele Cage MMA 1June 11, 20091n/a Frisco, Texas, United States
Win2–0Kenneth BattleSubmission (punches)Urban Rumble Championships 4May 23, 200911:35 Pasadena, California, United States
Win1–0Adrian BarcoTKO (punches)Urban Rumble Championships 3January 24, 200911:35Pasadena, California, United States

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