MiddleweightRETIRED
Tim Kennedy
18-6
Age
43
Height
5'11"
Weight
186 lbs
Reach
74"
Avg Fight Time
12:03
Gym
Joel Diaz Boxing
Wins By
8 KO · 6 Sub · 4 Dec
Losses By
—
Wins by Rd
R1 1R3 1R5 1
Last 5
WWLLW
Finish Rate
78%
Bonuses
—
Style
—
Location
San Luis Obispo, United States
Fight History
WIN
MB
vs Michael Bisping
UFC Fight Night: Bisping vs Kennedy· 2025-09-27
Decision - Unanimous
R5 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R5 5:00
WIN
RN
vs Rafael Natal
UFC Fight Night: Fight for the Troops 3· 2025-09-27
KO/TKO
Punch to Head At Distance
R1 4:40
KO/TKOPunch to Head At Distance·R1 4:40
LOSS
KG
vs Kelvin Gastelum
UFC 206: Holloway vs. Pettis· 2016-12-10
KO/TKO
Punches to Head At Distance
R3 2:45
KO/TKOPunches to Head At Distance·R3 2:45
LOSS
YR
vs Yoel Romero
UFC 178: Johnson vs Cariaso· 2014-09-27
KO/TKO
Punch to Head In Clinch
R3 0:58
KO/TKOPunch to Head In Clinch·R3 0:58
WIN
RG
vs Roger Gracie
UFC 162: Silva vs Weidman· 2013-07-06
Decision - Unanimous
R3 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R3 5:00
Fighter Archetype
Well-Rounded
Balanced MMA
Why This Archetype
This fighter displays a unique approach that transcends traditional archetypes.
Striking
2.8/min
Grappling
2.58 TD
Defense
62%
⚖️Tim adapts strategy based on opponent — no predictable tendencies
📊Balanced approach can be difficult to game-plan against
Technique DNA
No commentary data for technique analysis
Finish Techniques
Striking Finishes
1
100% of career finishes
Submission Finishes
0
0% of career finishes
⚡ Knockout Arsenal (1 techniques)
Punch to Head At Distance
#11
100% of KOs
Finish Pattern Analysis
- ⚡⚡ Striking finisher: 100% of career finishes via knockout/TKO. Devastating striking power and end-game precision.
- 🎯🎯 Signature KO: Punch to Head At Distance (1x, 100% of KOs). Opponents specifically game-plan for this threat.
Fighter Skills Radar
Key Insights
⚖️
Balanced fighter: Threatens equally on feet and mat. No clear weaknesses.💪
Peak strengths: Strike Def% (62%) and TD/15min (2.6).⚠️
Vulnerability: Sub/15min is below average (28/100). Opponents exploit this.🔥
Finisher: 78% of wins end in finish (8 KO + 6 subs).🛡️
Defensive stance: Strong defense (62%) limits opponent output. Conservative approach.⏱️
Fast starter: Peaks early in fights (84% in R3). Front-loads pressure.Striking Profile
Striking Accuracy
48%
Average
0%100%
Striking Defense
62%
Above Avg
0%100%
Range Breakdown
Distance
39% acc62%
Clinch
87% acc25%
Ground
69% acc13%
Striking Differential+0.94/min
2.78 landed/min1.84 absorbed/min
2.78
Landed/Min
1.84
Absorbed/Min
0.09
KD Avg
0
1st Rd Finishes
Sig. Strikes Landed469
Sig. Strikes Attempted980
Key Insights
Uses leg kicks strategically (26%).
Favorable output (1.5:1).
Clinch active: 25% of output in the clinch (87% accuracy).
Elite chin: exceptional durability under fire.
Grappling Profile
TD Accuracy
35%
Below Avg
0%100%
TD Defense
71%
Elite
0%100%
TD Success Rate
35%(est)
Landed
29
Defended
53
Total
82
Note: Takedowns landed estimated from accuracy percentage
2.58
TD / 15min
0.71
Sub / 15min
0
TD Landed
82
TD Attempted
Extended Grappling
Clinch Takedowns
20
Landed
58
Attempted
35%
Accuracy
Submission Timing
1 total attempts
Opportunistic
R1
0%
R2
100%
R3
0%
Key Insights
Moderate TD threat at 2.58/15min.
Solid TD defense at 71%.
6 career submission wins.
Submission timing: "Opportunistic" — consistent threat.
Offensive vs Defensive Balance
Damage Exchange
Offensive dominance vs damage absorbed per fight
Dealt
386
1.68
Ratio
Absorbed
230
Chin Rating
EliteKD Exchange
2/2
KD Recovery
0%
Pace & Momentum
Fight pacing and round-over-round performance trends
Engagement Score
30.8
Moderate
Strikes/Min
3.6
Standing %
71%
R3 vs R1 Output
84%
Key Insights
📊 Favorable damage ratio (1.68x) - consistent striking dominance.
🥊 Elite chin - rarely compromised by strikes.
⚙️ High engagement score (30.8) - maintains relentless pace.
Round-by-Round Profile
Career average across 5 fights
R1 Control
1:40
R2 Control
1:21
R3 Control
1:29
R1 to Final
-18%
In-Fight Adaptation
Detected across career, comparing R1 vs R3+ patterns
Keeps distance in R3, avoids grappling when fatigued.
Target Selection Evolution
Head
+6.7pp
Body
+0.4pp
Leg
-7.1pp
Range Preference Evolution
Ground Shift
-11.1pp
Round Patterns
➡️ Maintains consistent output throughout fight
Championship Rounds
Based on 1 five-round fight
Rounds 1-3 Avg
12.8
sig strikes / round
Rounds 4-5 Avg
13.0
sig strikes / round
Output Change
101%
R4-5 vs R1-3
Maintains Output
Competitive Profile
Strength of Schedule
Opponent quality and career progression
Avg Opponent ELO
2992
EliteCareer-wide opponent strength
Conclusions Summary
Fighter characteristics, strengths, patterns, and competitive insights