FeatherweightRETIRED
Ricardo Lamas
20-8
Age
41
Height
5'8"
Weight
145 lbs
Reach
71"
Avg Fight Time
10:17
Gym
Top Notch- Chicago, IL/MMA Masters- Miami, FL
Wins By
6 KO · 5 Sub · 8 Dec
Losses By
—
Wins by Rd
R1 3R2 3R3 5
Last 5
WWLWW
Finish Rate
58%
Bonuses
—
Style
Freestyle
Location
Chicago, United States
Fight History
WIN
BA
vs Bill Algeo
UFC Fight Night: Smith vs. Rakic· 2025-09-27
Decision - Unanimous
R3 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R3 5:00
WIN
DE
vs Darren Elkins
UFC Fight Night: Magny vs. Ponzinibbio· 2025-09-27
KO/TKO
Elbows to Head On Ground
R3 4:09
KO/TKOElbows to Head On Ground·R3 4:09
LOSS
JE
vs Josh Emmett
UFC Fight Night: Lawler vs. Dos Anjos· 2025-09-27
KO/TKO
Punch to Head At Distance
R1 4:33
KO/TKOPunch to Head At Distance·R1 4:33
WIN
CO
vs Charles Oliveira
UFC Fight Night: Dos Anjos vs. Ferguson· 2025-09-27
Submission
Guillotine Choke On Ground
R2 2:13
SubmissionGuillotine Choke On Ground·R2 2:13
WIN
DS
vs Diego Sanchez
UFC Fight Night: Magny vs Gastelum· 2025-09-27
Decision - Unanimous
R3 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R3 5:00
LOSS
CM
vs Chad Mendes
UFC Fight Night: Mendes vs Lamas· 2025-09-27
KO/TKO
Punches to Head On Ground
R1 2:45
KO/TKOPunches to Head On Ground·R1 2:45
WIN
HD
vs Hacran Dias
UFC Fight Night: Swanson vs Stephens· 2025-09-27
Decision - Unanimous
R3 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R3 5:00
LOSS
CK
vs Calvin Kattar
UFC 238: Cejudo vs. Moraes· 2019-06-08
KO/TKO
Punch to Head At Distance
R1 4:06
KO/TKOPunch to Head At Distance·R1 4:06
LOSS
MB
vs Mirsad Bektic
UFC 225: Whittaker vs. Romero 2· 2018-06-09
Decision - Split
R3 5:00
Decision - Split·R3 5:00
WIN
JK
vs Jason Knight
UFC 214: Cormier vs. Jones 2· 2017-07-29
KO/TKO
Punches to Head On Ground
R1 4:34
KO/TKOPunches to Head On Ground·R1 4:34
LOSS
MH
vs Max Holloway
UFC 199: Rockhold vs. Bisping 2· 2016-06-04
Decision - Unanimous
R3 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R3 5:00
WIN
DB
vs Dennis Bermudez
UFC 180: Werdum vs Hunt· 2014-11-15
Submission
Guillotine Choke On Ground
R1 3:18
SubmissionGuillotine Choke On Ground·R1 3:18
LOSS
JA
vs Jose Aldo
UFC 169: Barao vs Faber 2· 2014-02-01
Decision - Unanimous
R5 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R5 5:00
WIN
HH
vs Hatsu Hioki
UFC on FX: Maynard vs Guida· 2013-05-18
Decision - Unanimous
R3 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R3 5:00
WIN
EK
vs Erik Koch
UFC on FOX: Johnson vs Dodson
KO/TKO
Elbows to Head On Ground
R2 2:32
KO/TKOElbows to Head On Ground·R2 2:32
WIN
CS
vs Cub Swanson
UFC on FOX: Velasquez vs Dos Santos
Submission
Arm Triangle From Side Control
R2 2:16
SubmissionArm Triangle From Side Control·R2 2:16
WIN
MG
vs Matt Grice
UFC Live: Kongo vs Barry
KO/TKO
Punches to Head On Ground
R1 4:41
KO/TKOPunches to Head On Ground·R1 4:41
Fighter Archetype
Submission Artist
Front-Choke Specialist
Why This Archetype
This fighter displays a unique approach that transcends traditional archetypes.
Striking
3.1/min
Grappling
1.84 TD
Defense
58%
⚖️Ricardo adapts strategy based on opponent — no predictable tendencies
📊Balanced approach can be difficult to game-plan against
Technique DNA
Striking Foundation
3 rounds of fight film analyzed
🎯
Signature Technique
Head Kicks
Core of offensive identity
Dominant Level
100%
Of striking volume
Mastery Progress
Primary Arsenal
High Importance
Knees
100%of arsenal
0%100%
Medium Importance
Jabs
67%of arsenal
0%100%
Supporting Techniques
🤼Clinch
Elbows
67%
⭐Other
Spinning
67%
🦵Leg Strike
Leg Kicks
33%
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 Head Kicks (100%). 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 (200%) of offensive output.
- ◇Focused arsenal: Top 5 techniques comprise 401% 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
4
57% of career finishes
Submission Finishes
3
43% of career finishes
⚡ Knockout Arsenal (2 techniques)
Elbows to Head On Ground
#12
50% of KOs
Punches to Head On Ground
#22
50% of KOs
🔒 Submission Arsenal (2 techniques, 3 total finishes)
From Side Control
Arm Triangle From Side Control
#21
33% of subs
Standing/Scramble
Guillotine Choke On Ground
#12
67% of subs
Finish Pattern Analysis
- ⚡⚔️ Balanced finisher: 57% KO/TKO, 43% submissions. Equally lethal on feet and ground.
- 🎯🎯 Signature KO: Elbows to Head On Ground (2x, 50% of KOs). Opponents specifically game-plan for this threat.
- 🔒🔐 Dual submission threat: Alternates between Guillotine Choke On Ground and Arm Triangle From Side Control. Keeps opponents guessing.
- 🎪📊 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.🛡️
Defensive stance: Strong defense (58%) limits opponent output. Conservative approach.📈
Pace builder: Output increases in later rounds (111% in R3). Outworks opponents.Striking Profile
Striking Accuracy
47%
Average
0%100%
Striking Defense
58%
Above Avg
0%100%
Range Breakdown
Distance
38% acc65%
Clinch
90% acc18%
Ground
72% acc16%
Striking Differential+0.26/min
3.13 landed/min2.87 absorbed/min
3.13
Landed/Min
2.87
Absorbed/Min
0.19
KD Avg
0
1st Rd Finishes
Sig. Strikes Landed741
Sig. Strikes Attempted1566
Key Insights
Uses leg kicks strategically (29%).
Utilizes an effective jab.
Effective ground striker: 16% from ground at 72% accuracy.
Grappling Profile
TD Accuracy
34%
Low
0%100%
TD Defense
47%
Average
0%100%
TD Success Rate
15%
Landed
13
Defended
73
Total
86
1.84
TD / 15min
0.95
Sub / 15min
13
TD Landed
86
TD Attempted
Extended Grappling
Clinch Takedowns
42
Landed
136
Attempted
31%
Accuracy
Submission Timing
10 total attempts
Late Round Sub Artist
R1
10%
R2
50%
R3
40%
Key Insights
Moderate TD threat at 1.84/15min.
TD defense at 47% could be a vulnerability.
5 career submission wins.
Lower TD accuracy (34%).
Prolific submission hunter: 10 career attempts.
Submission timing: "Late Round Sub Artist" — consistent threat.
Offensive vs Defensive Balance
Damage Exchange
Offensive dominance vs damage absorbed per fight
Dealt
1,200
1.29
Ratio
Absorbed
928
Chin Rating
AverageKD Exchange
4/8
KD Recovery
0%
Pace & Momentum
Fight pacing and round-over-round performance trends
Engagement Score
31.9
Moderate
Strikes/Min
4.2
Standing %
79%
R3 vs R1 Output
111%
Key Insights
🛡️ Defensive specialist - rarely gets knocked down relative to knockdowns given.
⚙️ High engagement score (31.9) - maintains relentless pace.
Round-by-Round Profile
Career average across 17 fights
R1 Control
0:56
R2 Control
1:01
R3 Control
1:07
R1 to Final
+19%
In-Fight Adaptation
Detected across career, comparing R1 vs R3+ patterns
Shifts to headhunting late (+17.5pp in R3).
Target Selection Evolution
Head
+17.5pp
Body
-10.8pp
Leg
-6.6pp
Range Preference Evolution
Ground Shift
+19.2pp
Round Patterns
⬇️ Stronger in early rounds – starts fast
Championship Rounds
Based on 1 five-round fight
Rounds 1-3 Avg
16.3
sig strikes / round
Rounds 4-5 Avg
7.5
sig strikes / round
Output Change
46%
R4-5 vs R1-3
Fades Significantly
Competitive Profile
Strength of Schedule
Opponent quality and career progression
Avg Opponent ELO
3080
ChampionshipCareer-wide opponent strength
Elite Wins (ELO 3000+)
2
/ 4
50% Win Rate
Conclusions Summary
Fighter characteristics, strengths, patterns, and competitive insights