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David Rickels

"The Caveman"

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Welterweight
David Rickels

Wins

22

7 KO/TKO - 25%
7 submission - 25%
8 decision - 29%

6

Losses

2 N/C

11% - 3 KO/TKO
7% - 2 submission
4% - 1 decision
hometownUSA
Age
37(1989-01-05)
Height
6′0″ (183 cm)
Reach6′1″ (185 cm)
Weight170 lbs (77 kg)
Stance-
GymSaekson Janjira Muay Thai
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Past Fights
Show Cancelled Fights

USA
Portland Pringle III
(11-12)
i
EFC 17
01 Apr2023Sub(Guillotine Choke) RD13:52
Ukraine
Yaroslav Amosov
(21-0)
i
Bellator 225: Mitrione vs. Kharitonov 2
25 Aug2019Sub(D'Arce Choke) RD24:05
USA
AJ Matthews
(9-8)
i
Bellator 219: Awad vs. Girtz
30 Mar2019KO/TKO(Eye Injury) RD23:24
Brazil
Guilherme Bomba
(10-4)
i
Bellator 210: Njokuani vs. Salter
01 Dec2018Decision(Unanimous) RD35:00
United Kingdom
Michael Page
(12-0)
i
Bellator 200: London
25 May2018Sub(Verbal) RD20:43
USA
Adam Piccolotti
(9-1)
i
Bellator 189: Budd vs. Blencowe 2
02 Dec2017Decision(Unanimous) RD35:00
USA
Aaron Derrow
(14-8)
i
Bellator 171: Guillard vs. Njokuani
28 Jan2017KO/TKO(Punches) RD30:44
USA
Melvin Guillard
(34-16-2)
i
Bellator 159: Caldwell vs. Taimanglo
23 Jul2016No Contest(Elbow and Punches) RD12:14
USA
Bobby Cooper
(12-6)
i
Bellator 150: Kongo vs. Queiroz
27 Feb2016KO/TKO(Knees and Punches) RD13:49
USA
Michael Chandler
(13-3)
i
Bellator 145: Vengeance
07 Nov2015KO/TKO(Punches) RD23:05
Canada
John Alessio
(35-17)
i
Bellator 139: Kongo vs. Volkov
27 Jun2015No Contest(Illegal Knee) RD12:24
Brazil
Davi Ramos
(4-0)
i
Bellator 130: Newton vs. Vassell
25 Oct2014Decision(Unanimous) RD35:00
Brazil
Patricky Pitbull
(11-5)
i
Bellator 113: Vegh vs. Newton 2
22 Mar2014KO/TKO(Punches) RD20:54
USA
JJ Ambrose
(20-4)
i
Bellator 103: Pitbull vs. Guerreiro
12 Oct2013KO/TKO(Body Shot) RD32:37
USA
Michael Chandler
(11-0)
i
Bellator 97: Chandler vs. Rickels
31 Jul2013KO/TKO(Punches) RD10:44
USA
Saad Awad
(14-4)
i
Bellator 94
29 Mar2013KO/TKO(Punches) RD25:00
USA
Jason Fischer
(6-1)
i
Bellator 91
01 Mar2013Decision(Unanimous) RD35:00
USA
Lloyd Woodard
(12-2)
i
Bellator 87
01 Feb2013Decision(Unanimous) RD35:00
USA
Jason Fischer
(5-0)
i
Bellator 82
01 Dec2012Decision(Unanimous) RD35:00
France
Karl Amoussou
(14-4-2)
i
Bellator 69
19 May2012Decision(Split) RD35:00
USA
Jordan Smith
(17-2-1)
i
Bellator 63
31 Mar2012KO/TKO(Punches) RD10:22
USA
Levi Avera
(16-9)
i
Bellator 53
09 Oct2011Sub(Triangle Choke) RD21:06
USA
Kody Frank
(4-3)
i
SKC - Hotter Than Hell Fight Night
16 Jul2011Decision(Unanimous) RD3
USA
Rich Bouphanouvong
(1-3)
i
Bellator 43
08 May2011Sub(Triangle Choke) RD21:11
USA
Dylan Smith
(6-1)
i
Bellator 40
10 Apr2011Sub(Triangle Choke) RD13:32
USA
Aaron Fondry
(1-1)
i
FNF NE - Burlington
24 Feb2011Decision(Split) RD3
USA
Charles Jones
(6-2)
i
C3 Fights - Slammin Jammin Weekend 6
22 Oct2010Sub(Triangle Choke) RD22:19
USA
Kelly Allen
(0-2)
i
Eye Win - Showtime
14 Aug2010Sub(Triangle Choke) RD13:31
USA
Michael Glenn
(0-1)
i
Eye Win - Devastation
19 Jun2010Sub(Armbar) RD12:15
USA
Chris Evinger
(1-0)
i
Eye Win - Valentine's Day Massacre
12 Feb2010KO/TKO(Knees and Punches) RD12:40

Frequently Asked Questions About David Rickels

  • What is the famous nickname associated with David Rickels?

    Known as "The Caveman" David Rickels's nickname reflects his larger-than-life persona in the fight world.

  • How much does MMA star David Rickels weigh?

    Weighing in at approximately 170 pounds, David Rickels's weight aligns with his competitive category in the fighting world.

  • What is the reach of MMA fighter David Rickels?

    Boasting a reach of 73 inches, David Rickels employs this attribute strategically during his matches.

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