Fighter details| Name | Lyoto Machida |
| Nickname | The Dragon |
| Date of birth | May 30, 1978 (47 years old) |
| Weight class | Middleweight |
| Organization | Bellator |
| Personal links | Instagram X |
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Fighter bioLyoto Machida – General Profile
Lyoto “The Dragon” Machida is a Brazilian mixed martial artist and former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion. Renowned for his elusive movement and traditional karate background, he brought a unique and disciplined approach to MMA that redefined striking strategy inside the Octagon.
MMA Career
Machida made his UFC debut in 2007 and quickly rose through the ranks with his unorthodox style and precision striking. In 2009, he captured the UFC Light Heavyweight title with a stunning knockout victory, marking the peak of his career. Over the years, he faced some of the biggest names in the sport, competing across both the light heavyweight and middleweight divisions before later continuing his career in other major promotions.
Fighting Style
Machida’s fighting style is rooted in Shotokan karate, emphasizing distance control, timing, and counterattacks. His ability to move in and out of range with precision made him one of the most difficult opponents to hit. Combining his striking with solid takedown defense and tactical patience, Machida became a symbol of traditional martial arts successfully adapted to modern MMA.
Fights
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| Fighter | Event | Method | Extra |
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| Vitor Belfort |
UFC 224: Nunes vs. Pennington |
KO/TKO Kick · 1:00 · R2 |
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| Fighter | Record |
|---|---|
| Ciryl Gane Bon Gamin | 13-2 |
| Calvin Kattar The Boston Finisher | 23-10 |
| Steve Garcia Mean Machine | 19-5 |
| Themba Gorimbo The Answer | 14-6 |
| Valter Walker The Foot Hunter | 15-1 |
| Fighter | Record |
|---|---|
| Yibugele Eagle | 24-13 |
| Alimardan Abdykarov | 20-8 |
| Jeremy Pender Ponyboy | 19-14 |
| John Hosman | 18-8 |
| Abubakar Nurmagomedov | 17-4 |
| Fighter | Record |
|---|---|
| Ilia Topuria El Matador | 17-0 |
| Stephen Thompson Wonderboy | 17-9 |
| Alex Pereira Poatan | 13-3 |
| Waldo Cortes-Acosta Salsa Boy | 15-2 |
| Neil Magny The Haitian Sensation | 31-13 |
| Dan Severn The Beast | 101-19 |
| Josh Emmett | 19-6 |
| Diego Ferreira | 19-7 |
| Sean O'Malley Suga | 18-3 |
| Joaquin Buckley New Mansa | 21-7 |
| Fighter | Record |
|---|---|
| Gerald Meerschaert GM3 | 37-20 |
| Nursulton Ruziboev Black | 36-9 |
| Wanderlei Silva The Axe Murderer | 35-14 |
| Anderson Silva The Spider | 34-11 |
| Hector Lombard Lightning | 34-11 |
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