Fighter details| Name | Dan Hooker (Men) |
| Nickname | The Hangman |
| Current streak (last 5) |
(Last fight 35 days ago) |
| Date of birth | Feb 13, 1990 (36 years old) |
| Weight class | Lightweight |
| Organization | UFC |
| Personal links | Instagram X |
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Fighter bioDan Hooker – General Profile
Dan “Hangman” Hooker is a New Zealand mixed martial artist competing in the UFC’s lightweight division. Born on February 13, 1991, in Auckland, New Zealand, he fights out of Auckland and is known for his warrior spirit, full-throttle striking, and ability to deliver thrilling, high-paced fights.
MMA Career
Hooker began his professional MMA career in 2010 and made his UFC debut in 2014. Since then, he has climbed the lightweight ranks with notable wins over former champions like Edson Barboza and Paul Felder, as well as highly entertaining performances against top contenders such as Dustin Poirier and Michael Chandler.
Fighting Style
Hooker is renowned for his aggressive striking, volume-packed jabs, and punishing leg kicks. He consistently engages in toe-to-toe battles, relying on durable conditioning and composure under fire. While primarily a striker, he possesses solid grappling and scramble defense, making him a durable and well-rounded opponent.
Recent Developments
As of mid-2025, Hooker remains a well-respected lightweight veteran. Though he’s experienced both highs and lows recently, his reputation for delivering fan-friendly performances endures. He continues to feature in high-profile contests and remains a compelling figure in the division.
Fights
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Not all fights are added yet, but they’re coming as soon as possible. 64.1% of the fights were recovered.
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| Fighter | Record |
|---|---|
| Joaquin Buckley New Mansa | 21-8 |
| Sean Sharaf The Smoke | 5-2 |
| Fabricio Werdum Vai Cavalo | 24-10 |
| Alonzo Menifield Atomic | 19-6 |
| Abusupiyan Magomedov Abus | 29-7 |
| Fighter | Record |
|---|---|
| Jordan Mein Young Gun | 32-13 |
| Ivan Sousa Pitbull | 26-15 |
| Terry Martin Dangerous | 23-12 |
| Brent Weedman | 22-9 |
| Marcin Bandel Bomba | 22-8 |
| Fighter | Record |
|---|---|
| Marcus McGhee The Maniac | 11-2 |
| Steve Garcia Mean Machine | 19-6 |
| Luke Rockhold | 16-6 |
| Abdul-Rakhman Yakhyaev The Hunter | 10-0 |
| Gabriel Miranda Fly | 17-8 |
| Tyron Woodley The Chosen One | 19-7 |
| Rhys McKee Skeletor | 14-7 |
| Davey Grant Dangerous | 18-8 |
| Artem Lobov The Russian Hammer | 13-15 |
| Murilo Rua Ninja | 20-13 |
| Fighter | Record |
|---|---|
| Yves Edwards Thugjitsu Master | 42-22 |
| Jim Miller A-10 | 39-19 |
| Clay Guida The Carpenter | 38-25 |
| Charles Oliveira do Bronx | 37-11 |
| Bobby Green King | 36-17 |
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