Welterweight#16 RankedACTIVE
Alex Morono
24-12
Age
34
Height
5'11"
Weight
171 lbs
Reach
72"
Avg Fight Time
11:44
Gym
Gracie Barra The Woodlands
UFC Record
13-9-1(23 bouts)
Wins By
2 KO 2 Sub 9 Dec
Losses By
3 KO 0 Sub 6 Dec
Wins by Rd
R1 3R2 1R3 9
Last 5
LWWWL
Finish Rate
54%
Bonuses
2
Style
Kickboxer
Location
Houston, United States
Next Fight2026-02-07
DD
vs Daniil Donchenko
Opponent Last Bout
W - Rodrigo SezinandoDecision - UnanimousR3 5:00
Fight History
LOSS
DD
vs Daniil Donchenko
UFC Fight Night: Bautista vs. Oliveira· 2025-09-27
Decision - Unanimous
R3 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R3 5:00
WIN
MG
vs Max Griffin
UFC Fight Night: Joanna vs. Waterson· 2025-09-27
Decision - Unanimous
R3 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R3 5:00
WIN
ZO
vs Zak Ottow
UFC Fight Night: Lewis vs. Dos Santos· 2025-09-27
KO/TKO
Elbows to Head From Back Control
R1 3:34
KO/TKOElbows to Head From Back Control·R1 3:34
WIN
SK
vs Song Kenan
UFC Fight Night: Blaydes vs. Ngannou 2· 2025-09-27
Decision - Unanimous
R3 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R3 5:00
LOSS
JM
vs Jordan Mein
UFC Fight Night: Alvarez vs. Poirier 2· 2025-09-27
Decision - Unanimous
R3 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R3 5:00
WIN
JB
vs Joshua Burkman
UFC Fight Night: Cerrone vs. Medeiros· 2025-09-27
Submission
Guillotine Choke After Drop to Guard
R1 2:12
SubmissionGuillotine Choke After Drop to Guard·R1 2:12
LOSS
KN
vs Keita Nakamura
UFC Fight Night: Saint Preux vs. Okami· 2025-09-27
Decision - Split
R3 5:00
Decision - Split·R3 5:00
NC
NP
vs Niko Price
UFC Fight Night: Bermudez vs. The Korean Zombie· 2025-09-27
Overturned
Failed Drug Test by Price
R2 5:00
OverturnedFailed Drug Test by Price·R2 5:00
LOSS
DR
vs Daniel Rodriguez
UFC Fight Night: Royval vs. Taira· 2025-09-27
Decision - Split
R3 5:00
Decision - Split·R3 5:00
WIN
CM
vs Court McGee
UFC Fight Night: Allen vs. Curtis 2· 2025-09-27
Decision - Unanimous
R3 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R3 5:00
LOSS
JB
vs Joaquin Buckley
UFC Fight Night: Dawson vs. Green· 2025-09-27
Decision - Unanimous
R3 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R3 5:00
WIN
TM
vs Tim Means
UFC Fight Night: Rozenstruik vs. Almeida· 2025-09-27
Submission
Guillotine Choke From Bottom Guard
R2 2:09
SubmissionGuillotine Choke From Bottom Guard·R2 2:09
WIN
MG
vs Mickey Gall
UFC Fight Night: Font vs. Aldo· 2025-09-27
Decision - Unanimous
R3 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R3 5:00
WIN
DZ
vs David Zawada
UFC Fight Night: Brunson vs. Till· 2025-09-27
Decision - Unanimous
R3 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R3 5:00
WIN
DC
vs Donald Cerrone
UFC Fight Night: Rodriguez vs. Waterson· 2025-09-27
KO/TKO
Punches to Head At Distance
R1 4:40
KO/TKOPunches to Head At Distance·R1 4:40
LOSS
AP
vs Anthony Pettis
UFC Fight Night: Thompson vs. Neal· 2025-09-27
Decision - Unanimous
R3 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R3 5:00
WIN
RM
vs Rhys McKee
UFC Fight Night: Felder vs. Dos Anjos· 2025-09-27
Decision - Unanimous
R3 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R3 5:00
LOSS
CL
vs Carlos Leal
UFC 313: Pereira vs. Ankalaev· 2025-03-08
KO/TKO
Punches to Head In Clinch
R1 4:16
KO/TKOPunches to Head In Clinch·R1 4:16
LOSS
NP
vs Niko Price
UFC 302: Makhachev vs. Poirier· 2024-06-01
Decision - Unanimous
R3 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R3 5:00
LOSS
SP
vs Santiago Ponzinibbio
UFC 282: Blachowicz vs. Ankalaev· 2022-12-10
KO/TKO
Punches to Head At Distance
R3 2:29
KO/TKOPunches to Head At Distance·R3 2:29
WIN
MS
vs Matthew Semelsberger
UFC 277: Pena vs. Nunes 2· 2022-07-30
Decision - Unanimous
R3 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R3 5:00
LOSS
KW
vs Khaos Williams
UFC 247: Jones vs. Reyes· 2020-02-08
KO/TKO
Punch to Head At Distance
R1 0:27
KO/TKOPunch to Head At Distance·R1 0:27
WIN
KN
vs Kyle Noke
UFC 195: Lawler vs Condit· 2016-01-02
Decision - Split
R3 5:00
Decision - Split·R3 5:00
WIN
JM
vs James Moontasri
UFC on FOX: VanZant vs. Waterson
Decision - Unanimous
R3 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R3 5:00
Fighter Archetype
Technical Striker
Counter Striker
Why This Archetype
This fighter displays a unique approach that transcends traditional archetypes.
Striking
5.0/min
Grappling
0.33 TD
Defense
56%
⚖️Alex adapts strategy based on opponent — no predictable tendencies
📊Balanced approach can be difficult to game-plan against
Technique DNA
Striking Foundation
38 rounds of fight film analyzed
🎯
Signature Technique
Jabs
Core of offensive identity
Dominant Level+81% vs div avg
82%
Of striking volume
Mastery Progress
Primary Arsenal
High Importance
Knees
61%of arsenal
0%100%
Medium Importance
Counters
55%of arsenal
0%100%
Supporting Techniques
🦵Leg Strike
Leg Kicks
53%
🤼Clinch
Elbows
47%
⭐Other
Uppercuts
39%
Common Combinations
Distance → Clinch
3× detected
Clinch → Takedown
3× detected
Patterns detected from round-by-round fight data
Striking Pattern Analysis
- ◆Signature technique: Heavy reliance on Jabs (82%). Opponents must prepare specifically for this threat.
- ▲Mixed arsenal: Primary technique (Jabs) and secondary (Knees) complement each other well.
- ●Comprehensive striker: Uses head strikes, leg kicks, and varied attacks across distance.
- ■Two-pillar system: Top 2 techniques account for majority (143%) of offensive output.
- ◇Focused arsenal: Top 5 techniques comprise 298% of offense - limited but refined.
- ▶Mixed martial artist: Uses both takedown techniques and submissions in the striking phase.
- ★Adaptive tempo: Switches between pressure and counter-fighting mid-round.
Finish Techniques
Striking Finishes
2
50% of career finishes
Submission Finishes
2
50% of career finishes
⚡ Knockout Arsenal (2 techniques)
Elbows to Head From Back Control
#11
50% of KOs
Punches to Head At Distance
#21
50% of KOs
🔒 Submission Arsenal (2 techniques, 2 total finishes)
From Guard
Guillotine Choke From Bottom Guard
#21
50% of subs
Standing/Scramble
Guillotine Choke After Drop to Guard
#11
50% of subs
Finish Pattern Analysis
- ⚡⚔️ Balanced finisher: 50% KO/TKO, 50% submissions. Equally lethal on feet and ground.
- 🎯🎯 Signature KO: Elbows to Head From Back Control (1x, 50% of KOs). Opponents specifically game-plan for this threat.
- 🔒🔐 Dual submission threat: Alternates between Guillotine Choke After Drop to Guard and Guillotine Choke From Bottom Guard. Keeps opponents guessing.
- 🎪📊 Style profile: Threat across all ranges. Can finish standing or on ground - all-around dangerous.
Fighter Skills Radar
Key Insights
🥊
Striking specialist: Dominates with devastating volume and accuracy. Avoids ground exchanges.⚠️
Vulnerability: TD/15min is below average (7/100). Opponents exploit this.🛡️
Defensive stance: Strong defense (56%) limits opponent output. Conservative approach.Striking Profile
Striking Accuracy
40%
Below Avg
Division Rank#48 of 54
0%100%
Striking Defense
56%
Above Avg
Division Rank#20 of 54
0%100%
Range Breakdown
Distance
37% acc89%
Clinch
50% acc7%
Ground
65% acc4%
Striking Differential+0.25/min
5.03 landed/min4.78 absorbed/min
5.03
Landed/Min
4.78
Absorbed/Min
0.28
KD Avg
0
1st Rd Finishes
Sig. Strikes Landed1356
Sig. Strikes Attempted3364
Key Insights
Alex is a distance-first striker, with 89% of output at range.
Primarily a headhunter with 79% targeting the head.
Utilizes an effective jab.
Distance-dominant: 89% of output at range with 37% accuracy.
Grappling Profile
TD Accuracy
24%
Low
Division Rank#47 of 54
0%100%
TD Defense
48%
Average
Division Rank#49 of 54
0%100%
TD Success Rate
24%(est)
Landed
6
Defended
19
Total
25
Note: Takedowns landed estimated from accuracy percentage
0.33
TD / 15min
0.33
Sub / 15min
0
TD Landed
25
TD Attempted
Extended Grappling
Clinch Takedowns
12
Landed
50
Attempted
24%
Accuracy
Submission Timing
6 total attempts
Opportunistic
R1
33%
R2
33%
R3
33%
Key Insights
Rarely initiates takedowns (0.33/15min).
TD defense at 48% could be a vulnerability.
7 career submission wins.
Lower TD accuracy (24%).
Submission timing: "Opportunistic" — consistent threat.
Offensive vs Defensive Balance
Damage Exchange
Offensive dominance vs damage absorbed per fight
Dealt
2,622
1.22
Ratio
Absorbed
2,150
Chin Rating
GoodKD Exchange
8/6
KD Recovery
33.3%
Pace & Momentum
Fight pacing and round-over-round performance trends
Engagement Score
30.5
Moderate
Strikes/Min
5.6
Standing %
94%
R3 vs R1 Output
100%
Key Insights
⚙️ High engagement score (30.5) - maintains relentless pace.
Round-by-Round Profile
Career average across 23 fights
R1 Control
0:20
R2 Control
0:06
R3 Control
0:25
R1 to Final
+4%
In-Fight Adaptation
Detected across career, comparing R1 vs R3+ patterns
Adapts targeting and range based on opponent and fatigue.
Target Selection Evolution
Head
+6.2pp
Body
+0.1pp
Leg
-6.4pp
Range Preference Evolution
Ground Shift
-3.8pp
Round Patterns
➡️ Maintains consistent output throughout fight
🔄 Low control time – movement-focused fighter
Competitive Profile
Division Rankings
Performance metrics ranked within division
Volume
#13
of 54
🥇 Top 25%
Absorption
#43
of 54
📉 Below Average
Accuracy
#48
of 54
📉 Below Average
Str Defense
#20
of 54
🥈 Top 50%
Knockdowns
#32
of 54
🥉 Mid-range
Takedowns
#48
of 54
📉 Below Average
Submissions
#25
of 54
🥈 Top 50%
Damage Ratio
#36
of 54
🥉 Mid-range
Strength of Schedule
Opponent quality and career progression
Avg Opponent ELO
2771
StrongCareer-wide opponent strength
Elite Wins (ELO 3000+)
0
/ 4
0% Win Rate
Conclusions Summary
Fighter characteristics, strengths, patterns, and competitive insights