Brian Melancon
| Brian Melancon | |
|---|---|
| Born | May 28, 1982 Port Neches, Texas, United States |
| Height | 5 ft 8 in (1.73 m) |
| Weight | 170 lb (77 kg; 12 st) |
| Division | Welterweight Lightweight |
| Reach | 70 in (178 cm) |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| 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 an American retired mixed martial artist who competed in the UFC's Welterweight division. A professional competitor from 2009 until 2013, Melancon also competed for Strikeforce, Bellator, and Legacy FC.
Background
[edit]Born in Houston but raised in Groves, Tx. 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
[edit]Early career
[edit]Melancon compiled a 5−1 record before signing with Strikeforce.
Strikeforce
[edit]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
[edit]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
[edit]| 10 matches | 7 wins | 3 losses |
| By knockout | 4 | 0 |
| By submission | 1 | 1 |
| By decision | 2 | 2 |
| 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 | Catchweight (175 lbs) bout. |
| 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 | Catchweight (161 lbs) bout. |
| 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
[edit]- ^ a b "Brian Melancon official UFC profile". UFC.com. Retrieved July 3, 2013.
- ^ "ESTRADA ON MMA: Brian Melancon talks about experience » Sports » PAnews.com, Port Arthur, Texas". www.panews.com. Archived from the original on 2013-07-20.
- ^ "PN-G grad balances MMA with family life". 19 July 2013.
- ^ 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.
- ^ Staff (2013-07-23). "Brian Melancon replaces Paulo Thiago, meets Kevin Gastelum at UFC Fight Night 27". mmajunkie.com. Retrieved 2013-07-23.
- ^ Staff. "Robert Whittaker vs. Brian Melancon added to UFC Fight Night 33 in Australia". MMAjunkie.com. Retrieved October 2, 2013.
- ^ "Brian Melancon | MMA Fighter Page".
- ^ 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.
- ^ Staff (2013-11-20). "Melancon retires at 31". ufc.com. Retrieved 2013-11-20.
