UFCAlex Reyes Record: 13-5-0
LightweightRecord13-5-0
Age39
DivisionLightweight · #164
Combat Edge Elo1607
Last fightAug 17 2024
Alex Reyes has a 13-5-0 professional record and is 39 years old in the Lightweight division, representing Cage Combat Academy. This profile tracks fight history, UFC stats, ELO rating, record, age, and opponent links.
Last updated Jun 19, 2026 · Combat Edge fight database
Alex Reyes bio
Personal background
Alex Reyes is an American lightweight who has competed in the UFC with a professional record of 13–4. Born on October 2, 1986, in Hollywood, California, Reyes built his foundation as a grappler-striker, taking up wrestling at age 14 and kickboxing at 18 before developing into an accomplished Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt who once won an IBJJF no-gi title as a purple belt. The 5'11" fighter, who carries a long 73-inch reach for the division, is the owner and head trainer of Cage Combat Academy, the gym he opened in Victorville, California, in 2010. Built around a finish-or-nothing mentality, his style is rooted in the grappling that powered most of his career wins.
Path to the UFC
Reyes turned professional in 2007 and his career began with adversity, opening 0–2 with losses that included a 2007 defeat to Josh McDonald. He regrouped quickly, beginning a long winning streak with victories over opponents including Daniel McWilliams in 2008. Reyes became a standout on the King of the Cage regional circuit, capturing multiple KOTC titles across the lightweight and junior welterweight ranks and finishing every opponent he beat – a body of work that ultimately earned him his shot in the UFC.
UFC tenure
Reyes made his Octagon debut in September 2017 at UFC Fight Night 116, drawing a tough welcome against the rising Mike Perry. The fight was short and violent, with Perry landing a knee for a first-round knockout. Reyes then disappeared from competition for several years before returning in September 2023, when he was stopped in the first round by Charlie Campbell. He was next booked against undefeated prospect Tom Nolan on the UFC 305 card in Australia, continuing his pursuit of a first UFC victory.
Fighting style
Reyes is a pure finisher: every one of his 13 professional wins has come by knockout or submission, a 100% finish rate that few fighters at any level can claim. His record breaks down to nine knockouts and four submissions, with no decision victories – a reflection of an aggressive style designed to end fights early. His jiu-jitsu black belt fuels a strong submission game built around chokes, while his wrestling and kickboxing background give him the tools to finish on the feet as well. The honest counterpoint is that his durability has been tested at the elite level: all four of his career losses have come by way of knockout or decision, including first-round stoppages in his UFC appearances against sharper, faster competition.
Career highlights
- 100% finish rate — all thirteen of his professional wins came inside the distance, split between nine knockouts and four submissions.
- Multi-time King of the Cage champion — captured regional titles across multiple weight classes before reaching the UFC.
- Jiu-jitsu pedigree — a BJJ black belt and former IBJJF no-gi titlist whose grappling anchored a finish-heavy career.
Career snapshot
Alex Reyes career snapshot
EloCombat Edge Elo
1607Solid ratingElo trajectory (last 3 years)
Overall#1449
Lightweight#164of 201 active
Peak1660
Last move-15
Opponent quality1543avg. pre-fight Elo · last 10
Career-high 1660 Elo after defeating Gil Guardado (2017-08-24)
Similar Elo in Lightweight
Recent Elo history
LossTom Nolan2024-08-17 | Decision - Unanimous-15LossCharlie Campbell2023-09-17 | KO/TKO-22LossMike Perry2017-09-16 | KO/TKO-17WinGil Guardado2017-08-24 | Knees & Punches +13WinThomas Noel2015-08-29 | Arm Triangle Choke +12Alex Reyes quick answers
What is Alex Reyes's record?
Alex Reyes's professional MMA record is 13-5-0.
How old is Alex Reyes?
Alex Reyes is 39 years old.
What weight class is Alex Reyes?
Alex Reyes fights at Lightweight in UFC.
How tall is Alex Reyes?
Alex Reyes is 5'11" tall with a 73" reach.
How much does Alex Reyes weigh?
Alex Reyes competes at Lightweight, with a most recent weigh-in of 155 lbs.
What is Alex Reyes's Combat Edge Elo?
Alex Reyes's Combat Edge Elo is 1607, with a peak Elo of 1660.
How strong is Alex Reyes's recent opposition?
Alex Reyes's latest 10 counted opponents averaged 1543 Elo immediately before their fights. This avoids using opponents' later career results with hindsight.
When was Alex Reyes's last fight?
Alex Reyes's latest tracked pro fight was against Tom Nolan at UFC 305: Du Plessis vs. Adesanya on Aug 17 2024.
What is Alex Reyes's recent form?
Alex Reyes's recent tracked pro form is L-L-L-W-W over the latest 5 decisive pro results.
How does Alex Reyes usually win?
Alex Reyes's 13 recorded wins include 9 knockouts, 4 submissions, and 0 decisions, with 100% ending before the final bell.
9Wins by knockout
4Wins by submission
0Wins by decision
3Loss by knockout
0Loss by submission
2Loss by decision
Alex Reyes stats
Record : 13 / 5 / 0Significant strikes landed per minute
4.46Fighter3.07Division average
Significant striking accuracy
47%Fighter43%Division average
Significant strikes absorbed per minute
6.92Fighter3.89Division average
Significant strike defenseThe % of opponents strikes that did not land
48%Fighter53%Division average
Average takedowns landed per 15 minutes
1.50Fighter1.59Division average
Takedown accuracy
29%Fighter35%Division average
Takedown defenseThe % of opponents TD attempts that did not land
0%Fighter51%Division average
Average submissions attempted per 15 minutes
0Fighter0.66Division average
Pro fight history
ResultOpponentMethodTimeRoundEventDateFight details
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