UFC"Tauzemup"Aaron Tau Record: 11-1-0
FlyweightRecord11-1-0
Age32
DivisionFlyweight · #37
Combat Edge Elo1670
Last fightJan 31 2026
Aaron Tau has a 11-1-0 professional record and is 32 years old in the Flyweight division, representing City Kickboxing. This profile tracks fight history, UFC stats, ELO rating, record, age, and opponent links.
Last updated Jun 19, 2026 · Combat Edge fight database
Aaron Tau bio
Personal background
Aaron "Tauzemup" Tau is a New Zealand flyweight on the UFC pipeline, born on August 21, 1993, and originally from Rahiri, a small township in the Northland region of New Zealand. Of Maori heritage, Tau has spoken openly about being raised on strong cultural values instilled by his grandparents, a foundation he credits for the mindset and discipline he brings to fighting. He trains out of City Kickboxing in Auckland, the celebrated gym behind many of New Zealand's top UFC talents, which has honed the sharp, aggressive striking at the core of his game. A compact 5'4" with a 66" reach, Tau competes at flyweight and carries an 11–1 professional record.
Path to the UFC
Tau turned professional in 2019 and built his record almost entirely in New Zealand and the broader Oceania scene. He debuted with a majority-decision win over Logan Price at King In The Ring 24, then established himself across the XFC promotion, including a five-round unanimous decision over Caleb Lally in 2020 and a first-round KO in a 2021 rematch with Price. He kept the momentum rolling with a first-round rear-naked choke of Nick Thornton and first-round stoppages of Shem Murdoch and the experienced Paul Loga, blending knockouts with a submission to show a more rounded game than his striking reputation suggests. By the time he closed out his regional run with a 2024 TKO of Shane Parker, he had become one of the most feared finishers in Oceania.
Chasing the contract
Tau's drive to reach the UFC defined the next phase of his career. He first tried his hand on Dana White's Contender Series in 2024, where he ran into Elijah Smith and dropped a unanimous decision at bantamweight – the lone loss on his record. Undeterred, he regrouped and dropped to flyweight, picking up a 2024 TKO of Ariel Oliveros before earning a place in the Road to UFC tournament. There he announced himself with a first-round TKO of the unbeaten Rio Tirto and a unanimous-decision win over the seasoned 18–5 Shuai Yin in 2025, moving within one win of a UFC contract.
Fighting style
Tau is an aggressive, finish-minded striker whose City Kickboxing pedigree shows in his crisp, pressuring offense. Seven of his eleven wins have come by knockout or TKO for a 73% finish rate, and he has shown he can close fights in the opening round when the opening appears. His game is not one-dimensional, though – he owns a submission win and three decisions, including a hard five-round effort against Caleb Lally that proved his cardio and toughness over championship distance. His only defeat, a decision loss to Smith at bantamweight, helped prompt the cut to flyweight, where his power has translated and his pressure has overwhelmed quality opposition.
Career highlights
- Road to UFC run — advanced through the tournament with a first-round TKO of the unbeaten Rio Tirto and a decision over the 18–5 Shuai Yin.
- 73% finish rate — seven knockouts across eleven wins, reflecting an offense-first, pressure-heavy style honed at City Kickboxing.
- Only one career loss — an 11–1 record with his lone defeat a competitive decision to Elijah Smith on the Contender Series.
Career snapshot
Aaron Tau career snapshot
EloCombat Edge Elo
1670Good ratingElo trajectory (last 3 years)
Overall#642
Flyweight#37of 95 active
Peak1670
Last move+9
Opponent quality1496avg. pre-fight Elo · last 10
Career-high 1670 Elo after defeating Shuai Yin (2025-08-22)
Similar Elo in Flyweight
Recent Elo history
WinShuai Yin2025-08-22 | Decision (Unanimous)+9WinRio Tirto2025-05-22 | TKO (Punches and Elbows)+13WinAriel Oliveros2024-12-22 | TKO (Knee)+17LossElijah Smith2024-09-17 | Decision (Unanimous)-27WinShane Parker2024-02-24 | TKO (Punches and Elbows)+16Aaron Tau quick answers
What is Aaron Tau's record?
Aaron Tau's professional MMA record is 11-1-0.
How old is Aaron Tau?
Aaron Tau is 32 years old.
What weight class is Aaron Tau?
Aaron Tau fights at Flyweight in UFC.
How tall is Aaron Tau?
Aaron Tau is 5'4" tall with a 66" reach.
How much does Aaron Tau weigh?
Aaron Tau competes at Flyweight, with a most recent weigh-in of 126 lbs.
What is Aaron Tau's Combat Edge Elo?
Aaron Tau's Combat Edge Elo is 1670, with a peak Elo of 1670.
How strong is Aaron Tau's recent opposition?
Aaron Tau's latest 10 counted opponents averaged 1496 Elo immediately before their fights. This avoids using opponents' later career results with hindsight.
When was Aaron Tau's last fight?
Aaron Tau's latest tracked pro fight was against Namsrai Batbayar at UFC 325: Volkanovski vs. Lopes 2 on Jan 31 2026.
What is Aaron Tau's recent form?
Aaron Tau's recent tracked pro form is W-W-W-L-W over the latest 5 decisive pro results.
How does Aaron Tau usually win?
Aaron Tau's 11 recorded wins include 7 knockouts, 1 submissions, and 3 decisions, with 73% ending before the final bell.
7Wins by knockout
1Wins by submission
3Wins by decision
0Loss by knockout
0Loss by submission
1Loss by decision
Aaron Tau stats
Record : 11 / 1 / 0Significant strikes landed per minute
4.85Fighter3.89UFC flyweight avg
Significant striking accuracy
44%Fighter44%UFC flyweight avg
Significant strikes absorbed per minute
5Fighter3.84UFC flyweight avg
Significant strike defenseThe % of opponents strikes that did not land
60%Fighter55%UFC flyweight avg
Average takedowns landed per 15 minutes
0.89Fighter1.43UFC flyweight avg
Takedown accuracy
18%Fighter33%UFC flyweight avg
Takedown defenseThe % of opponents TD attempts that did not land
65%Fighter57%UFC flyweight avg
Average submissions attempted per 15 minutes
0Fighter0.62UFC flyweight avg
Pro fight history
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Amateur fight history
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