Bantamweight#16 RankedACTIVE
Cody Gibson
22-11
Age
37
Height
5'10"
Weight
136 lbs
Reach
71"
Avg Fight Time
10:58
Gym
The Pit
UFC Record
3-7(10 bouts)
Wins By
1 KO 1 Sub 1 Dec
Losses By
1 KO 2 Sub 4 Dec
Wins by Rd
R1 2R3 1
Last 5
LLLWW
Finish Rate
59%
Bonuses
1
Style
MMA
Location
United States
Last Fight2025-10-18
A
L - Aoriqileng
SubmissionR3 3:07
Arm Triangle
Opponent Last Bout
W - Cody GibsonKO/TKOR2 2:11· Knee
Fight History
LOSS
AH
vs Abdul Hussein
UFC Fight Night: Ankalaev vs. Guskov· 2026-07-25
Submission
Arm Triangle
R3 3:07
SubmissionArm Triangle·R3 3:07
LOSS
A
vs Aoriqileng
UFC Fight Night: De Ridder vs. Allen· 2025-10-18
KO/TKO
Punch to Head At Distance
R1 0:21
KO/TKOPunch to Head At Distance·R1 0:21
LOSS
DB
vs Da'Mon Blackshear
UFC Fight Night: Vettori vs. Dolidze 2· 2025-03-15
Submission
Kimura From Side Control
R2 4:09
SubmissionKimura From Side Control·R2 4:09
WIN
CA
vs Chad Anheliger
UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs. Albazi· 2024-11-02
Decision - Unanimous
R3 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R3 5:00
WIN
BK
vs Brian Kelleher
UFC Fight Night: Lemos vs. Jandiroba· 2024-07-20
Submission
Arm Triangle From Half Guard
R1 3:58
SubmissionArm Triangle From Half Guard·R1 3:58
LOSS
MJ
vs Miles Johns
UFC Fight Night: Ribas vs. Namajunas· 2024-03-23
Decision - Unanimous
R3 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R3 5:00
LOSS
BK
vs Brad Katona
UFC 292: Sterling vs. O'Malley· 2023-08-19
Decision - Unanimous
R3 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R3 5:00
LOSS
DS
vs Douglas Silva de Andrade
UFC Fight Night: Bigfoot vs Mir· 2015-02-22
Decision - Unanimous
R3 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R3 5:00
LOSS
MG
vs Manvel Gamburyan
UFC 178: Johnson vs Cariaso· 2014-09-27
Submission
Guillotine Choke After Drop to Guard
R2 4:56
SubmissionGuillotine Choke After Drop to Guard·R2 4:56
WIN
JB
vs Johnny Bedford
UFC Fight Night: Swanson vs Stephens· 2014-06-28
KO/TKO
Punch to Head At Distance
R1 0:38
KO/TKOPunch to Head At Distance·R1 0:38
LOSS
AS
vs Aljamain Sterling
UFC 170: Rousey vs McMann· 2014-02-22
Decision - Unanimous
R3 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R3 5:00
Fighter Archetype
Submission Artist
Front-Choke Specialist
Why This Archetype
This fighter displays a unique approach that transcends traditional archetypes.
Striking
3.6/min
Grappling
2.13 TD
Defense
58%
⚖️Cody adapts strategy based on opponent — no predictable tendencies
📊Balanced approach can be difficult to game-plan against
Technique DNA
Striking Foundation
16 rounds of fight film analyzed
🎯
Signature Technique
Leg Kicks
Core of offensive identity
Dominant Level+55% vs div avg
56%
Of striking volume
Mastery Progress
Primary Arsenal
High Importance
Jabs
56%of arsenal
0%100%
Medium Importance
Knees
56%of arsenal
0%100%
Supporting Techniques
⭐Other
Uppercuts
44%
Triangles
44%
🤼Clinch
Elbows
38%
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 Leg Kicks (56%). Opponents must prepare specifically for this threat.
- ▲Technical diversity: Multiple techniques used at similar rates - adapts based on situations.
- ●Comprehensive striker: Uses head strikes, leg kicks, and varied attacks across distance.
- ■Two-pillar system: Top 2 techniques account for majority (112%) of offensive output.
- ◇Focused arsenal: Top 5 techniques comprise 256% 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
1
50% of career finishes
Submission Finishes
1
50% of career finishes
⚡ Knockout Arsenal (1 techniques)
KO/TKO
#11
100% of KOs
🔒 Submission Arsenal (1 techniques, 1 total finishes)
Other
Submission
#11
100% of subs
Finish Pattern Analysis
- ⚡⚔️ Balanced finisher: 50% KO/TKO, 50% submissions. Equally lethal on feet and ground.
- 🎯🎯 Signature KO: KO/TKO (1x, 100% of KOs). Opponents specifically game-plan for this threat.
- 🔒🔐 Specialized submission: Relies exclusively on Submission (1x). Single-threat grappling finisher.
- 🎪📊 Style profile: Threat across all ranges. Can finish standing or on ground - all-around dangerous.
Fighter Skills Radar
Key Insights
⚖️
Balanced fighter: Threatens equally on feet and mat. No clear weaknesses.⚠️
Vulnerability: Sub/15min is below average (24/100). Opponents exploit this.🛡️
Defensive stance: Strong defense (58%) limits opponent output. Conservative approach.Striking Profile
Striking Accuracy
46%
Average
Division Rank#24 of 52
0%100%
Striking Defense
58%
Above Avg
Division Rank#13 of 52
0%100%
Range Breakdown
Distance
37% acc71%
Clinch
76% acc25%
Ground
50% acc4%
Striking Differential+0.43/min
3.61 landed/min3.18 absorbed/min
3.61
Landed/Min
3.18
Absorbed/Min
0.30
KD Avg
0
1st Rd Finishes
Sig. Strikes Landed356
Sig. Strikes Attempted775
Key Insights
Cody is a distance-first striker, with 73% of output at range.
Primarily a headhunter with 72% targeting the head.
Utilizes an effective jab.
Distance-dominant: 71% of output at range with 37% accuracy.
Elite chin: exceptional durability under fire.
Grappling Profile
TD Accuracy
38%
Below Avg
Division Rank#19 of 52
0%100%
TD Defense
70%
Elite
Division Rank#26 of 52
0%100%
TD Success Rate
14%
Landed
5
Defended
32
Total
37
2.13
TD / 15min
0.61
Sub / 15min
5
TD Landed
37
TD Attempted
Extended Grappling
Clinch Takedowns
28
Landed
74
Attempted
38%
Accuracy
Submission Timing
7 total attempts
Early Hunter
R1
71%
R2
29%
R3
0%
Key Insights
Moderate TD threat at 2.13/15min.
Solid TD defense at 70%.
6 career submission wins.
Submission timing: "Early Hunter" — most active early.
Offensive vs Defensive Balance
Damage Exchange
Offensive dominance vs damage absorbed per fight
Dealt
712
1.20
Ratio
Absorbed
592
Chin Rating
EliteKD Exchange
4/2
KD Recovery
0%
Pace & Momentum
Fight pacing and round-over-round performance trends
Engagement Score
31.6
Moderate
Strikes/Min
4.3
Standing %
78%
R3 vs R1 Output
103%
Key Insights
🥊 Elite chin - rarely compromised by strikes.
🎯 Effective knockdown technician - deals significantly more than absorbs.
⚙️ High engagement score (31.6) - maintains relentless pace.
Round-by-Round Profile
Career average across 11 fights
R1 Control
1:02
R2 Control
1:25
R3 Control
0:45
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
-1.5pp
Body
+3.5pp
Leg
-2.0pp
Range Preference Evolution
Ground Shift
+1.4pp
Round Patterns
➡️ Maintains consistent output throughout fight
💪 Peak performance in final round
Competitive Profile
Division Rankings
Performance metrics ranked within division
Volume
#35
of 52
🥉 Mid-range
Absorption
#15
of 52
🥈 Top 50%
Accuracy
#24
of 52
🥈 Top 50%
Str Defense
#13
of 52
🥇 Top 25%
Knockdowns
#30
of 52
🥉 Mid-range
Takedowns
#13
of 52
🥇 Top 25%
Submissions
#18
of 52
🥈 Top 50%
Damage Ratio
#27
of 52
🥉 Mid-range
Strength of Schedule
Opponent quality and career progression
Avg Opponent ELO
2852
EliteCareer-wide opponent strength
Elite Wins (ELO 3000+)
0
/ 2
0% Win Rate
Conclusions Summary
Fighter characteristics, strengths, patterns, and competitive insights