Brian Melancon

Brian Melancon
Born (1982-05-28) May 28, 1982
Port Neches, Texas, United States
Nationality American
Height 5 ft 8 in (1.73 m)
Weight 170 lb (77 kg; 12 st)
Division Welterweight(2010-2013)
Lightweight (2009-2010)
Reach 70.0 in (178 cm)
Fighting out of Houston, Texas, United States
Team Paradigm Training Center
Trainer Ricco Rodriguez[1]
Rank Purple belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu[1]
Years active 2009-2013
Mixed martial arts record
Total 10
Wins 7
By knockout 4
By submission 1
By decision 2
Losses 3
By submission 1
By decision 2
Mixed martial arts record from Sherdog

Brian Melancon (born May 28, 1982) is a retired American mixed martial artist who most recently competed in the UFC's Welterweight division. A professional competitor from 2009-2013, Melancon also formerly competed for Strikeforce and Bellator.

Background

Born and raised in Port Neches, Texas, Melancon played baseball, competing at Port Neches-Groves High School. Melancon then attended Lamar University and pursued a career in physical therapy, later earning a master's degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch.[2] At the age of 24, Melancon began training in mixed martial arts to keep himself in shape.[3]

Mixed martial arts career

Early career

Melancon compiled a 5−1 record before signing with Strikeforce.

Strikeforce

Melancon made his promotional debut against Isaac Vallie-Flagg at Strikeforce: Overeem vs. Werdum. He lost the fight via split decision.

Melancon next faced Felipe Portela at Strikeforce Challengers: Larkin vs. Rossborough and won via unanimous decision.

Ultimate Fighting Championship

Melancon made his UFC debut by knocking out Seth Baczynski on July 6, 2013 at UFC 162 at the end of the first round.[4]

Melancon faced Kelvin Gastelum on August 28, 2013 at UFC Fight Night 27, replacing an injured Paulo Thiago.[5] He lost the fight via submission in the first round.

Melancon was expected to face Robert Whittaker on December 7, 2013 at UFC Fight Night 33.[6] However, Melancon pulled out of the bout and subsequently announced his retirement due to renal stress as a result of frequent weight cutting. Whittaker was subsequently removed from the card as well.[7][8][9]

Mixed martial arts record

Res. Record Opponent Method Event Date Round Time Location Notes
Loss 7–3 Kelvin Gastelum Submission (rear-naked choke) UFC Fight Night: Condit vs. Kampmann 2 August 28, 2013 1 2:26 Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
Win 7–2 Seth Baczynski KO (punches) UFC 162 July 6, 2013 1 4:59 Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Win 6–2 Felipe Portela Decision (unanimous) Strikeforce Challengers: Larkin vs. Rossborough September 23, 2011 3 5:00 Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Loss 5–2 Isaac Vallie-Flagg Decision (split) Strikeforce: Overeem vs. Werdum June 18, 2011 3 5:00 Dallas, Texas, United States
Win 5–1 Derrick Krantz Decision (unanimous) Legacy FC 5 January 29, 2011 3 5:00 Houston, Texas, United States
Win 4–1 Todd Moore TKO (punches) Legacy FC 3 July 31, 2010 1 1:00 Houston, Texas, United States
Loss 3–1 Adam Schindler Decision (unanimous) Bellator 20 May 27, 2010 3 5:00 San Antonio, Texas, United States
Win 3–0 Jarrett Jones TKO (punches) Steele Cage MMA 1 June 11, 2009 1 n/a Frisco, Texas, United States
Win 2–0 Kenneth Battle Submission (punches) Urban Rumble Championships 4 May 23, 2009 1 1:35 Pasadena, California, United States
Win 1–0 Adrian Barco TKO (punches) Urban Rumble Championships 3 January 24, 2009 1 1:35 Pasadena, California, United States

References

  1. 1 2 "Brian Melancon official UFC profile". UFC.com. Retrieved July 3, 2013.
  2. ↑ http://www.panews.com/sports/x1724752966/ESTRADA-ON-MMA-Brian-Melancon-talks-about-experience
  3. ↑ http://www.beaumontenterprise.com/news/article/PN-G-grad-balances-MMA-with-family-life-4674494.php
  4. ↑ Staff (2013-03-12). "Baczynski vs. Melancon added to July's UFC 162 event". MMAjunkie.com. Archived from the original on March 14, 2013. Retrieved March 12, 2013.
  5. ↑ Staff (2013-07-23). "Brian Melancon replaces Paulo Thiago, meets Kevin Gastelum at UFC Fight Night 27". mmajunkie.com. Retrieved 2013-07-23.
  6. ↑ Staff. "Robert Whittaker vs. Brian Melancon added to UFC Fight Night 33 in Australia". MMAjunkie.com. Retrieved October 2, 2013.
  7. ↑ http://www.tapology.com/fightcenter/fighters/brian-melancon
  8. ↑ Matt Erickson (2013-11-20). "Brian Melancon injury scraps bout with Robert Whittaker from UFC Fight Night 33 in Australia". mmajunkie.com. Retrieved 2013-11-20.
  9. ↑ Staff (2013-11-20). "Melancon retires at 31". ufc.com. Retrieved 2013-11-20.
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