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Steve Erceg – General Profile

Steve "AstroBoy" Erceg (born July 27, 1995 in Australia) is an Australian mixed martial artist competing in the UFC’s flyweight division. Standing at 5′8″ (173 cm), he fights with an orthodox stance and represents Wilkes Martial Arts out of Perth. Known for his submission skills and competitive performances, Erceg reached the UFC flyweight title fight in early 2024. As of mid-2025, his professional MMA record stands at 12–4.

MMA Career

• Erceg began his career in 2016 on the Australian regional scene, becoming Eternal MMA flyweight champion and compiling a 9–1 record before signing with the UFC in 2023.
• He debuted successfully in the UFC at UFC 289 in June 2023 with a unanimous decision win over David Dvořák, earning Performance of the Night.
• Subsequent UFC wins over Alessandro Costa (decision) and Matt Schnell (KO in round 2) solidified his credentials at 125 lb.
• Erceg earned a title shot against Alexandre Pantoja at UFC 301 (May 4, 2024), ultimately losing via unanimous decision in a competitive five-round bout.
• He then lost via TKO in round one to Kai Kara‑France at UFC 305 in August 2024.
• Erceg most recently headlined UFC on ESPN: Moreno vs Erceg (March 29, 2025) and suffered a unanimous decision loss to Brandon Moreno, marking his third consecutive defeat.

Fighting Style

Erceg is well-rounded, with six of his professional victories coming by submission and two by knockout. He utilizes effective takedowns, grappling control, and has evolved into a solid striker capable of securing finishes on the feet. His wrestling and jiu-jitsu remain top-tier for the division.

Recent Developments

As of 2025, Steve Erceg holds a 12–4 professional record (6 submissions, 2 TKO/KOs, 4 decisions) and has dealt with a challenging stretch of three straight losses. With his UFC contract at risk, a suggested comeback fight could be former contender Alex Perez to regain momentum.