FeatherweightNOT FIGHTING
Daniel Pineda
28-17
Age
39
Height
5'7"
Weight
1455 lbs
Reach
69"
Avg Fight Time
09:26
Gym
4oz Fight Club
Wins By
9 KO · 19 Sub · 0 Dec
Losses By
—
Wins by Rd
R1 3R2 2
Last 5
LLWLD
Finish Rate
100%
Bonuses
—
Style
Freestyle
Location
Dallas, United States
Fight History
LOSS
DE
vs Darren Elkins
UFC Fight Night: Hernandez vs. Pereira· 2025-09-27
Decision - Unanimous
R3 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R3 5:00
LOSS
AC
vs Alex Caceres
UFC Fight Night: Kara-France vs. Albazi· 2025-09-27
Decision - Unanimous
R3 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R3 5:00
WIN
TL
vs Tucker Lutz
UFC Fight Night: Vera vs. Sandhagen· 2025-09-27
Submission
Guillotine Choke After Drop to Half Guard
R2 2:50
SubmissionGuillotine Choke After Drop to Half Guard·R2 2:50
LOSS
DB
vs Diego Brandao
UFC Fight Night: Shogun vs Sonnen· 2025-09-27
Decision - Unanimous
R3 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R3 5:00
NC
AF
vs Andre Fili
UFC Fight Night: Gane vs. Volkov· 2025-09-27
Could Not Continue
Eye Poke by Fili
R2 0:46
Could Not ContinueEye Poke by Fili·R2 0:46
LOSS
NW
vs Nathaniel Wood
UFC 304: Edwards vs. Muhammad 2· 2024-07-27
Decision - Unanimous
R3 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R3 5:00
LOSS
CS
vs Cub Swanson
UFC 256: Figueiredo vs. Moreno· 2020-12-12
KO/TKO
Punch to Head At Distance
R2 1:52
KO/TKOPunch to Head At Distance·R2 1:52
WIN
HB
vs Herbert Burns
UFC 252: Miocic vs. Cormier 3· 2020-08-15
KO/TKO
Elbows to Head From Crucifix
R2 4:37
KO/TKOElbows to Head From Crucifix·R2 4:37
LOSS
RW
vs Robert Whiteford
UFC 171: Hendricks vs Lawler· 2014-03-15
Decision - Unanimous
R3 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R3 5:00
WIN
PS
vs Pat Schilling
UFC on FX: Guillard vs Miller· 2013-05-18
Submission
Rear Naked Choke
R1 1:37
SubmissionRear Naked Choke·R1 1:37
WIN
MS
vs Mackens Semerzier
UFC on FX: Alves vs Kampmann· 2013-05-18
Submission
Armbar On Ground
R1 2:05
SubmissionArmbar On Ground·R1 2:05
LOSS
AC
vs Antonio Carvalho
UFC 149: Faber vs Barao· 2012-07-21
KO/TKO
Punch to Head In Clinch
R1 1:11
KO/TKOPunch to Head In Clinch·R1 1:11
LOSS
MB
vs Mike Brown
UFC 146: Dos Santos vs Mir· 2012-05-26
Decision - Unanimous
R3 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R3 5:00
WIN
JL
vs Justin Lawrence
The Ultimate Fighter: Team Jones vs. Team Sonnen Finale
Submission
Kimura From Side Control
R1 1:35
SubmissionKimura From Side Control·R1 1:35
Fighter Archetype
Submission Artist
Front-Choke Specialist
Why This Archetype
This fighter displays a unique approach that transcends traditional archetypes.
Striking
2.9/min
Grappling
1.42 TD
Defense
46%
⚖️Daniel adapts strategy based on opponent — no predictable tendencies
📊Balanced approach can be difficult to game-plan against
Technique DNA
Striking Foundation
17 rounds of fight film analyzed
🎯
Signature Technique
Leg Kicks
Core of offensive identity
Dominant Level
65%
Of striking volume
Mastery Progress
Primary Arsenal
High Importance
Elbows
59%of arsenal
0%100%
Medium Importance
Knees
47%of arsenal
0%100%
Supporting Techniques
🥊Head/Hand
Head Kicks
35%
⭐Other
Guillotines
35%
Triangles
35%
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 (65%). 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 (124%) of offensive output.
- ◇Focused arsenal: Top 5 techniques comprise 241% 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
20% of career finishes
Submission Finishes
4
80% of career finishes
⚡ Knockout Arsenal (1 techniques)
Elbows to Head From Crucifix
#11
100% of KOs
🔒 Submission Arsenal (4 techniques, 4 total finishes)
From Back Control
Rear Naked Choke
#41
25% of subs
From Side Control
Kimura From Side Control
#31
25% of subs
Standing/Scramble
Guillotine Choke After Drop to Half Guard
#21
25% of subs
Other
Armbar On Ground
#11
25% of subs
Finish Pattern Analysis
- ⚡🔒 Submission specialist: 80% of career finishes via submission. Elite grappling with dangerous ground finishing.
- 🎯🎯 Signature KO: Elbows to Head From Crucifix (1x, 100% of KOs). Opponents specifically game-plan for this threat.
- 🔒🔒 Submission arsenal: 4 different submission techniques. Led by Armbar On Ground (1x). Versatile ground finisher.
- 🎪📊 Style profile: Grappling-dominant strategy with striking opportunities. Prefers ground control to finishing.
Fighter Skills Radar
Key Insights
⚖️
Balanced fighter: Threatens equally on feet and mat. No clear weaknesses.💪
Peak strengths: Sub/15min (1.5) and Strike Acc% (50%).⚠️
Vulnerability: TD Acc% is below average (24/100). Opponents exploit this.🔥
Finisher: 100% of wins end in finish (9 KO + 19 subs).⏱️
Fast starter: Peaks early in fights (83% in R3). Front-loads pressure.Striking Profile
Striking Accuracy
50%
Average
0%100%
Striking Defense
46%
Average
0%100%
Range Breakdown
Distance
43% acc59%
Clinch
76% acc6%
Ground
79% acc35%
Striking Differential-0.41/min
2.85 landed/min3.26 absorbed/min
2.85
Landed/Min
3.26
Absorbed/Min
0.24
KD Avg
0
1st Rd Finishes
Sig. Strikes Landed361
Sig. Strikes Attempted728
Key Insights
Daniel is active on the ground (35%).
Primarily a headhunter with 67% targeting the head.
Utilizes an effective jab.
Effective ground striker: 35% from ground at 79% accuracy.
Grappling Profile
TD Accuracy
24%
Low
0%100%
TD Defense
55%
Above Avg
0%100%
TD Success Rate
14%
Landed
7
Defended
43
Total
50
1.42
TD / 15min
1.54
Sub / 15min
7
TD Landed
50
TD Attempted
Extended Grappling
Clinch Takedowns
24
Landed
100
Attempted
24%
Accuracy
Submission Timing
13 total attempts
Early Hunter
R1
62%
R2
23%
R3
15%
Key Insights
Active submission threat (1.54/15min).
Lower TD accuracy (24%).
Prolific submission hunter: 13 career attempts.
Submission timing: "Early Hunter" — most active early.
Ground active: 35% of output from ground position.
Offensive vs Defensive Balance
Damage Exchange
Offensive dominance vs damage absorbed per fight
Dealt
722
1.05
Ratio
Absorbed
688
Chin Rating
GoodKD Exchange
4/8
KD Recovery
0%
Pace & Momentum
Fight pacing and round-over-round performance trends
Engagement Score
34.7
Moderate
Strikes/Min
4.8
Standing %
78%
R3 vs R1 Output
83%
Key Insights
🛡️ Defensive specialist - rarely gets knocked down relative to knockdowns given.
⚙️ High engagement score (34.7) - maintains relentless pace.
Round-by-Round Profile
Career average across 14 fights
R1 Control
1:00
R2 Control
1:07
R3 Control
1:15
R1 to Final
-24%
In-Fight Adaptation
Detected across career, comparing R1 vs R3+ patterns
Adapts targeting and range based on opponent and fatigue.
Target Selection Evolution
Head
-0.8pp
Body
-3.6pp
Leg
+4.6pp
Range Preference Evolution
Ground Shift
-4.6pp
Round Patterns
⬇️ Stronger in early rounds – starts fast
🥊 Peak performance in Round 1
Competitive Profile
Strength of Schedule
Opponent quality and career progression
Avg Opponent ELO
2878
EliteCareer-wide opponent strength
Elite Wins (ELO 3000+)
0
/ 2
0% Win Rate
Conclusions Summary
Fighter characteristics, strengths, patterns, and competitive insights