Joe Merritt
Welterweight · 0–1 in 1 graded UFC bout
ORCA analysis
Joe Merritt has 1 graded UFC bout on record, not yet enough for an ORCA rating. Striking defence grades 80, the high point of the profile. The weak side is grappling offence, which grades 38. With only 1 graded UFC bout, the grades carry wide intervals: reversals per 15 minutes reads 98, anywhere from 14 to 100.
Grades
| Family | Grade | Welterweight rank | Best reliable sub-grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Striking offence | 41 | — | — |
| Striking defence | 80 | — | — |
| Grappling offence | 38 | — | — |
| Grappling defence | 54 | — | — |
Profile
- Division
- Welterweight
- UFC record
- 0–1
- Pro record
- 7–1
- Graded UFC bouts
- 1
- Age
- 42
- Height
- 6′0″ (183 cm)
- Stance
- Orthodox
Career stats
- Significant strikes landed per minute: 1.53
- Significant strike accuracy: 59%
- Significant strikes absorbed per minute: 0.73
- Significant strike defence: 67%
- Takedowns landed per 15 minutes: 0
- Takedown accuracy: 0%
- Takedown defence: 69%
- Submission attempts per 15 minutes: 0
Fight history
- 2015-06-27 · L vs Alex Oliveira · Decision - Unanimous · UFC Fight Night: Machida vs Romero
Fights most like
Full profile, grades and matchups · Welterweight rankings · Upcoming cards