UFCSheldon Westcott Record: 9-3-1
WelterweightRecord9-3-1
Age41
DivisionWelterweight
Combat Edge Elo1580
Last fight2017.12.16
Sheldon Westcott has a 9-3-1 professional record and is 41 years old in the Welterweight division, representing Complete Fitness and Martial Arts. This profile tracks fight history, UFC stats, ELO rating, record, age, and opponent links.
Last updated Jun 19, 2026 · Combat Edge fight database
Sheldon Westcott bio
Personal background
Sheldon Westcott is a Canadian welterweight and former UFC fighter who built his name on the Western Canadian regional scene and a memorable run on reality television. Born August 20, 1984, in St. Albert, Alberta, Westcott fights out of Complete Fitness and Martial Arts and trained for much of his career under coach Craig "Couchie" Malin, earning his Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt along the way. A rangy 6'1" competitor, he developed into a grappling-heavy fighter whose game centered on top control and chokes, leaning on his size and submission instincts to drag opponents into deep water. By the time he reached the sport's biggest stage, he had finished six of his eight wins, a finishing reputation that defined his regional run.
Path to the UFC
Westcott debuted as a professional in 2007, dropping his first bout by decision before settling in as a fixture on the Alberta circuit, most notably with the Maximum Fighting Championship. He twice shared the cage with King of the Cage veteran Thomas Denny, fighting to a draw at MFC 28 in February 2011 before winning the rematch by decision at MFC 30 four months later. Earlier in his run he twice defeated Tom Aaron, in 2008 and again in 2009, pieces of an 8-1 record that earned him a coveted spot on the cast of The Ultimate Fighter Nations: Canada vs. Australia.
The Ultimate Fighter and UFC run
On the TUF Nations show, Westcott went on a tear, submitting Daniel Kelly with an arm-triangle choke and then Vik Grujic with a slick Von Flue choke – both in exhibition bouts – to reach the competition's final. The final itself, in April 2014, did not go his way: unbeaten prospect Elias Theodorou stopped him with punches and elbows in the second round. Westcott rebounded inside the Octagon in January 2016 at UFC 195, grinding out Edgar Garcia with first-round ground-and-pound for a statement win that showcased his control-and-finish formula at its best.
Fighting style
Westcott was a grappler first, using his height and length to drag opponents into his world and finish from top position – his record reflects it, with 3 of his 9 wins by submission and several others by ground strikes against an overall finish rate near 78%. His best moments came when he could impose control and hunt chokes, as the back-to-back TUF submissions demonstrated. The flip side was that against polished strikers and decorated opponents, he could be out-positioned, and two of his three career losses came by decision while the other was a stoppage. At his peak he was a relentless, finish-minded welterweight who rarely left rounds in doubt when he got the fight to the floor.
Career highlights
- TUF Nations finalist — submitted both Daniel Kelly and Vik Grujic to reach the final of The Ultimate Fighter Nations.
- UFC 195 win — stopped Edgar Garcia with first-round ground-and-pound for his signature Octagon victory.
- MFC standout — went unbeaten in two meetings with veteran Thomas Denny en route to an 8-1 pre-TUF record.
Career snapshot
Sheldon Westcott career snapshot
EloCombat Edge Elo
1580Solid ratingElo trajectory (last 3 years)
Career-high 1622 Elo after defeating Aaron Shymr (2013-04-13)
Outside the active ladder after 24 months without a counted pro MMA fight. Current and peak Elo stay raw.
Similar Elo in Welterweight
Recent Elo history
WinEdgar Garcia2016-01-02 | KO/TKO+24LossPaweł Pawlak2015-04-11 | Decision -20LossPawel Pawlak2015-04-11 | Decision -20LossElias Theodorou2014-04-16 | KO/TKO-27WinAaron Shymr2013-04-13 | Strikes +21Sheldon Westcott quick answers
What is Sheldon Westcott's record?
Sheldon Westcott's professional MMA record is 9-3-1.
How old is Sheldon Westcott?
Sheldon Westcott is 41 years old.
What weight class is Sheldon Westcott?
Sheldon Westcott fights at Welterweight in UFC.
How tall is Sheldon Westcott?
Sheldon Westcott is 6'1" tall with a 71,0" reach.
How much does Sheldon Westcott weigh?
Sheldon Westcott competes at Welterweight, with a most recent weigh-in of 170 lbs.
What is Sheldon Westcott's Combat Edge Elo?
Sheldon Westcott's Combat Edge Elo is 1580, with a peak Elo of 1622.
How strong is Sheldon Westcott's recent opposition?
Sheldon Westcott's latest 10 counted opponents averaged 1563 Elo immediately before their fights. This avoids using opponents' later career results with hindsight.
When was Sheldon Westcott's last fight?
Sheldon Westcott's latest tracked pro fight was against Danny Roberts at Event TBD on 2017.12.16.
What is Sheldon Westcott's recent form?
Sheldon Westcott's recent tracked pro form is W-L-L-W-W over the latest 5 decisive pro results.
How does Sheldon Westcott usually win?
Sheldon Westcott's 9 recorded wins include 4 knockouts, 3 submissions, and 2 decisions, with 78% ending before the final bell.
4Wins by knockout
3Wins by submission
2Wins by decision
1Loss by knockout
0Loss by submission
2Loss by decision
Sheldon Westcott stats
Record : 9 / 3 / 1Significant strikes landed per minute
2.26Fighter2.98Division average
Significant striking accuracy
41%Fighter44%Division average
Significant strikes absorbed per minute
3.73Fighter3.83Division average
Significant strike defenseThe % of opponents strikes that did not land
37%Fighter52%Division average
Average takedowns landed per 15 minutes
3.23Fighter1.38Division average
Takedown accuracy
38%Fighter37%Division average
Takedown defenseThe % of opponents TD attempts that did not land
14%Fighter51%Division average
Average submissions attempted per 15 minutes
0Fighter0.63Division average
Pro fight history
ResultOpponentMethodTimeRoundEventDateFight details
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