Steve Garcia, born on May 22, 1992, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, is an American mixed martial artist who competes in the Lightweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). Standing 6 feet tall and weighing 155 pounds, Steve Garcia fights with a reach of 73 inches. He trains at Jackson MMA in Rio Rancho, New Mexico.
Early Life and Training
At the age of 15, Steve Garcia started training in mixed martial arts at Greg Jackson satellite gym, inspired by his friends. He later trained in jiu-jitsu and kickboxing at Luttrell's MMA before joining Jackson-Wink MMA.
Bellator MMA Career
Steve Garcia was scheduled to make his Bellator debut against Shawn Bunch at Bellator 97 on July 31, 2013, but had to withdraw due to an injury. The fight was rescheduled for October 25, 2013, at Bellator 105, where Steve Garcia won by TKO in the third round. He continued to have a successful run with Bellator, defeating Cody Walker and Kin Moy, and winning against Eduardo Bustillos by TKO.
In March 2016, Steve Garcia suffered his first professional loss to Ricky Turcios by split decision. He later defeated Ronnie Lawrence by unanimous decision but lost to Joe Warren at Bellator 181 in July 2017. Steve Garcia was released from Bellator in February 2018.
Transition to UFC
After leaving Bellator, Steve Garcia competed on Dana White's Contender Series in August 2019. He won his fight against Desmond Torres by TKO but did not receive a UFC contract at that time. Garcia then fought in Legacy Fighting Alliance, winning against Jose Mariscal by TKO.
Steve Garcia made his UFC debut on February 29, 2020, against Luis Peña, but lost by unanimous decision. He was scheduled to fight Peter Barrett in August 2020, but withdrew for undisclosed reasons. He was also set to face Charles Jourdain in March 2021 but withdrew again, leading to a replacement fight.
In October 2021, Steve Garcia won against Charlie Ontiveros by TKO. He faced Hayisaer Maheshate in June 2022 and lost by knockout in the first round. Steve Garcia rebounded with a TKO win over Chase Hooper in October 2022 and another win over Shayilan Nuerdanbieke in April 2023 by TKO.
Recent Achievements
Garcia faced Kyle Nelson on September 7, 2024, at UFC Fight Night 242. Despite Nelson missing weight, Steve Garcia won the fight by TKO. He also won against Seung Woo Choi on July 20, 2024, earning a Performance of the Night award for his impressive first-round TKO victory.
Championships and Honors
Steve Garcia has been recognized with the Performance of the Night award twice in the UFC, highlighting his significant achievements and contributions to the sport of mixed martial arts.
Steve Garcia Height and Weight Measurements
Steve Garcia stands at 6 feet tall, which is 1.83 meters. This height is typical for fighters in the Lightweight division, allowing him to compete effectively against opponents of similar stature. He weighs 155 pounds, or 70 kilograms, which is the standard weight limit for the Lightweight class. His height and weight measurements contribute to his reach of 73 inches (190 cm), helping him in striking and grappling during his matches. Overall, his physical dimensions are well-suited for his role in the UFC.
FAQs
1. How old is Steve Garcia?
Steve Garcia was born on May 22, 1992, which makes him 32 years old as of 2024.
2. What is Steve Garcia nationality?
Steve Garcia is American.
3. What is Steve Garcia ethnicity?
Steve Garcia is of Hispanic descent.
4. What team does Steve Garcia fight for?
Steve Garcia trains and fights out of Jackson's MMA in Rio Rancho, New Mexico.
5. What are Steve Garcia height and weight measurements?
Steve Garcia is 6 feet tall (1.83 meters) and weighs 155 pounds (70 kilograms).
6. In which UFC division does Steve Garcia compete?
Steve Garcia competes in the Lightweight division of the UFC.
7. What were some of Steve Garcia notable achievements in Bellator MMA?
In Bellator MMA, Steve Garcia achieved victories over Shawn Bunch, Cody Walker, and Kin Moy, and earned a win by TKO against Eduardo Bustillos.
8. Has Steve Garcia won any awards in the UFC?
Yes, Steve Garcia has won the Performance of the Night award twice in the UFC.
9. What is Steve Garcia professional MMA record?
As of the latest update, Steve Garcia’s professional MMA record includes several wins and losses with notable victories by TKO and decision in the UFC.
10. What was Steve Garcia performance on Dana White Contender Series?
Steve Garcia competed on Dana White Contender Series in August 2019, where he won his fight against Desmond Torres by TKO but did not receive a UFC contract at that time.
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