Sidney Outlaw
| Sidney Outlaw | |
|---|---|
| Born | April 11, 1992 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Other names | Da Gun |
| Nationality | American |
| Height | 5 ft 9 in (1.75 m) |
| Weight | 155 lb (70 kg; 11 st 1 lb) |
| Division | Lightweight |
| Reach | 74.0 in (188 cm)[1] |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Fighting out of | Telford, Pennsylvania |
| Team | American Top Team Renzo Gracie Pennsylvania |
| Years active | 2013–present |
| Mixed martial arts record | |
| Total | 20 |
| Wins | 16 |
| By knockout | 1 |
| By submission | 8 |
| By decision | 7 |
| Losses | 4 |
| By knockout | 2 |
| By submission | 1 |
| By decision | 1 |
| Other information | |
| Mixed martial arts record from Sherdog | |
Sidney Outlaw (born April 11, 1992) is an American mixed martial artist currently signed with Bellator MMA, competing in their Lightweight division. As of November 9, 2021, he is #1 in the Bellator Lightweight Rankings.[2]
Mixed martial arts career
Outlaw began his professional fight career February of 2013 after accomplishing an amateur record of 5-1.[3]
After competing in a number of promotions, Outlaw began his debut Bellator career at Bellator 234 on November 14, 2019 against Roger Huerta in Tel Aviv, Israel. Outlaw won via a unanimous decision after competing three rounds; showcasing his grappling expertise. Winning this co-main event allowed Outlaw to improve his win streak to nine straight.[4]
In late December of 2019, Outlaw fell to Michael Chandler, making this loss the first since his Ring of Combat fight in 2016 against Gregor Gillespie. Outlaw replaced Benson Henderson, who announced his injury earlier that month. Outlaw took this short notice fight just days after conquering Huerta in Israel. Outlaw was defeated by Chandler by way of TKO in the first round.[5]
At Outlaw’s next Bellator fight, Bellator 244, on August 21, 2020 he defeated Adam Piccolotti. This win was resolved via a split decision. Outlaw was able to control Piccolotti for most of the fight, making this Outlaw’s second win within his Bellator MMA career.[6] 2 out of 2 media scores gave it to Outlaw.[7]
Outlaw faced Myles Jury at Bellator 261 on June 25, 2021.[8] After dominateing Jury on the ground, Outlaw won the bout rear-naked choke in the third round.[9]
Outlaw is scheduled to challenge for theBellator MMA Lightweight Championship against reigning champ Patricky Pitbull at Bellator 276 on March 11, 2022.[10]
Personal life
Born and raised in North Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Outlaw began his wrestling career in high school, then developing his passion for professional mixed martial arts by the age of sixteen.[11] He was a league champion and state tournament qualifier. Outlaw also holds an accomplished background competing in Brazilian jiu-jitsu.
Championships and achievements
- Ring of Combat
- ROC Welterweight Championship (One time)
- One successful title defense
- ROC Lightweight Championship (One time)
- ROC Welterweight Championship (One time)
Mixed martial arts record
| 20 matches | 16 wins | 4 losses |
| By knockout | 1 | 2 |
| By submission | 8 | 1 |
| By decision | 7 | 1 |
| Res. | Record | Opponent | Method | Event | Date | Round | Time | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Win | 16–4 | Myles Jury | Submission (rear-naked choke) | Bellator 261 | June 25, 2021 | 3 | 4:44 | Uncasville, Connecticut, United States | |
| Win | 15–4 | Adam Piccolotti | Decision (split) | Bellator 244 | August 21, 2020 | 3 | 5:00 | Uncasville, Connecticut, United States | |
| Loss | 14–4 | Michael Chandler | KO (punches) | Bellator 237 | December 29, 2019 | 1 | 2:59 | Saitama, Japan | Catchweight (160 lb) bout. |
| Win | 14–3 | Roger Huerta | Decision (unanimous) | Bellator 234 | November 14, 2019 | 3 | 5:00 | Tel Aviv, Israel | Return to Lightweight. |
| Win | 13–3 | Cesar Balmaceda | Submission (rear-naked choke) | CFFC 74 | May 17, 2019 | 1 | 2:30 | Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States | Catchweight (160 lb) bout. |
| Win | 12–3 | Zach Fears | Submission (armbar) | Island Fights 51 | December 21, 2018 | 1 | 4:52 | Pensacola, Florida, United States | |
| Win | 11–3 | Krzysztof Kułak | Submission (armbar) | Ring of Combat 65 | September 21, 2018 | 2 | 1:46 | Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States | Defended the ROC Welterweight Championship. Return to Welterweight. |
| Win | 10–3 | Raush Manfio | Decision (unanimous) | Titan FC 50 | June 29, 2018 | 3 | 5:00 | Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States | Originally for the Titan FC Lightweight Championship; changed to a non-title bout when Outlaw missed weight (159.9 lbs). |
| Win | 9–3 | Michael Cora | Decision (unanimous) | Dana White's Contender Series 2 | July 18, 2017 | 3 | 5:00 | Las Vegas, Nevada, United States | Welterweight bout. |
| Win | 8–3 | James Rumley | Submission (rear-naked choke) | Ring of Combat 59 | June 2, 2017 | 1 | 4:18 | Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States | Won the vacant ROC Lightweight Championship. |
| Win | 7–3 | Taj Abdul-Hakim | Decision (unanimous) | Ring of Combat 58 | February 24, 2017 | 3 | 5:00 | Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States | Won the vacant ROC Welterweight Championship. |
| Win | 6–3 | Lashawn Alcocks | Submission (rear-naked choke) | PA Cage Fight 26 | October 15, 2016 | 2 | 2:55 | Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States | |
| Loss | 5–3 | Gregor Gillespie | Decision (split) | Ring of Combat 55 | June 3, 2016 | 3 | 5:00 | Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States | For the ROC Lightweight Championship. Return to Lightweight. |
| Loss | 5–2 | Elijah Harshbarger | Submission (guillotine choke) | Ring of Combat 53 | November 20, 2015 | 1 | 0:46 | Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States | |
| Win | 5–1 | Darrius Heyliger | Submission (rear-naked choke) | NEF 19: Homecoming | September 12, 2015 | 1 | 3:42 | Lewiston, Maine, United States | |
| Win | 4–1 | Christian Leonard | Decision (unanimous) | Global Proving Ground 21 | July 25, 2015 | 3 | 5:00 | Pennsauken, New Jersey, United States | Welterweight debut. |
| Loss | 3–1 | Nick Browne | TKO (punches) | WSOF 13 | September 13, 2014 | 1 | 0:25 | Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, United States | Catchweight (163.9 lb) bout; Outlaw missed weight. |
| Win | 3–0 | Mike Bannon | Decision (unanimous) | Bellator 118 | May 2, 2014 | 3 | 5:00 | Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States | |
| Win | 2–0 | Steve Simms | Submission (rear-naked choke) | Ring of Combat 45 | June 14, 2013 | 3 | 3:37 | Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States | Catchweight (162 lb) bout. |
| Win | 1–0 | Mtume Goodrum | TKO (punches) | CFFC 19 | February 2, 2013 | 2 | 4:04 | Richmond, Virginia, United States | Lightweight debut. |
See also
References
- ^ "Stats | UFC". ufcstats.com. Retrieved 2020-10-04.
- ^ "Bellator Rankings". www.bellator.com. Retrieved 2021-06-16.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ Sherdog.com. "Sidney". Sherdog. Retrieved 2022-01-02.
- ^ Anderson, Jay (2019-11-15). "Bellator 234 Results: Sidney Outlaw Exploits Roger Huerta's Kicks, Game Plan in Decision Win". Cageside Press. Retrieved 2022-01-02.
- ^ Rae, Steven. "Sidney Outlaw wants to 'reintroduce' himself by beating Michael Chandler at Bellator Japan". thebodylockmma.com. Retrieved 2022-01-02.
- ^ "Sidney Outlaw admits Adam Piccolotti fight was 'humbling,' but disputes split-decision verdict". MMA Junkie. 2020-08-22. Retrieved 2022-01-02.
- ^ "Sidney Outlaw defeats Adam Piccolotti". www.mmadecisions.com. Retrieved 2022-01-23.
- ^ "Bellator 261 adds Tim Johnson vs. Valentin Moldavsky interim title headliner, Jury vs. Outlaw". MMA Junkie. 2021-05-07. Retrieved 2021-05-08.
- ^ Anderson, Jay (2021-06-25). "Bellator 261: Myles Jury Has No Answer for Sidney Outlaw's Ground Game". Cageside Press. Retrieved 2021-06-26.
- ^ Behunin, Alex (2022-01-21). "Patricky Pitbull vs. Sidney Outlaw In The Works For Bellator 276 On March 11". Cageside Press. Retrieved 2022-01-22.
- ^ News, BJPENN COM (2015-07-22). "GPG's Sidney "Da Gun" Outlaw: Once Homeless, Now Flying Sky High". | BJPenn.com. Retrieved 2022-01-02.
{{cite web}}:|last=has generic name (help) - ^ Sherdog.com. "Sidney". Sherdog. Retrieved 2022-01-02.