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Chris Wilson (fighter)

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Chris Wilson
BornChristopher Ross Wilson
(1977-06-07) June 7, 1977 (age 47)
Portland, Oregon, United States
Other namesThe Professor
ResidenceRibeirão Preto, Brazil
Height6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)
Weight155 lb (70 kg; 11.1 st)
DivisionWelterweight
Lightweight
Reach75.0 in (191 cm)[1]
Fighting out ofRibeirão Preto, Brazil
Portland, Oregon, United States
TeamTeam Quest
Nova Uniao
RankBlack belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Years active2002-2013
Mixed martial arts record
Total29
Wins18
By knockout7
By submission8
By decision3
Losses10
By knockout1
By submission2
By decision7
No contests1
Other information
Mixed martial arts record from Sherdog

Christopher Ross Wilson (born June 7, 1977) is an American professional mixed martial arts fighter who last competed in 2013. A professional competitor since 2002, Wilson has formerly competed for the UFC, the IFL, and King of the Cage.

Mixed martial arts career

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Early career

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Wilson made his professional mixed martial arts debut on December 13, 2003, when he faced Elder Pyatt at Rumble at the Roseland 10. He won his debut via KO punch, ten seconds into the first round.[2]

Following this impressive win, Wilson would compile a record of 15–4 (1), with notable victories in the International Fight League (IFL) over Jay Hieron, Pat Healy, and Rory Markham before signing with UFC in early 2008.

Ultimate Fighting Championship

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Wilson made his UFC debut against Jon Fitch at UFC 82 on March 1, 2008.[3] He lost the fight via unanimous decision.[4] Wilson was then expected to face Steve Bruno at UFC 86 on July 5, 2008,[5] however, the fight was rescheduled and instead took place at UFC 87 on August 9, 2008.[6] He won the fight via unanimous decision.

In his third fight in the promotion, Wilson faced promotional newcomer John Howard at UFC 94 on January 31, 2009.[7] Wilson lost the fight via split decision, putting his record at 1–2 in the promotion.

He then faced Mike Pyle at UFC Fight Night 19 on September 16, 2009.[8] He lost the fight via guillotine choke submission, and was subsequently released from the promotion.[9]

Post-UFC career

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In his first fight since his UFC release, Wilson faced Keith Wisniewski at HFC 7: Validation on April 9, 2011.[10] He lost the fight via unanimous decision.

Wilson then faced Wellington Oliveira at Brazilian FC: Desafio dos Imortais on December 16, 2011, defeating Oliveira via rear-naked choke.[11]

He faced Irwing Machado at Brazilian FC 3: Lutadores Imortais on August 11, 2012. Wilson won the fight via D'arce choke in the first round.[12] In his next fight, Wilson faced Leandro Silva at Predador FC 23 on March 9, 2013. He lost the fight via split decision.[13]

Wilson faced Walmir Lazaro at Shooto Brazil 42 on August 25, 2013. He lost the fight via KO (punch).[14]

Personal life

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Chris and his wife have three children, two sons and a daughter. Currently, he lives in Ribeirão Preto, Brazil.[15]

Mixed martial arts record

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Professional record breakdown
29 matches 18 wins 10 losses
By knockout 7 1
By submission 8 2
By decision 3 7
No contests 1
Res. Record Opponent Method Event Date Round Time Location Notes
Loss 18–10 (1) Walmir Lazaro KO (punch) Shooto Brazil 42 August 25, 2013 2 4:38 Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Loss 18–9 (1) Leandro Silva Decision (split) Predador FC 23 March 9, 2013 3 5:00 Sao Paulo, Brazil Return to Lightweight.
Win 18–8 (1) Irwing Machado Submission (D'arce choke) Brazilian Fighting Championship 3: Lutadores Imortais August 11, 2012 1 1:25 Ribeirão Preto, São Paulo, Brazil
Win 17–8 (1) Wellington Oliveira Submission (rear-naked choke) Brazilian Fighting Championship: Desafio dos Imortais December 16, 2011 1 4:22 Ribeirão Preto, São Paulo, Brazil
Loss 16–8 (1) Keith Wisniewski Decision (unanimous) HFC 7: Validation April 9, 2011 3 5:00 Valparaiso, Indiana, United States
Loss 16–7 (1) Mike Pyle Submission (guillotine choke) UFC Fight Night 19 September 16, 2009 3 2:15 Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States
Loss 16–6 (1) John Howard Decision (split) UFC 94 January 31, 2009 3 5:00 Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Win 16–5 (1) Steve Bruno Decision (unanimous) UFC 87 August 9, 2008 3 5:00 Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Loss 15–5 (1) Jon Fitch Decision (unanimous) UFC 82 March 1, 2008 3 5:00 Columbus, Ohio, United States
Win 15–4 (1) Derrick Noble Decision (unanimous) SportFight 20: Homecoming October 27, 2007 3 5:00 Portland, Oregon, United States
Win 14–4 (1) Ray Steinbeiss Submission (armbar) BodogFIGHT: Vancouver August 24, 2007 2 4:00 Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Win 13–4 (1) Rory Markham TKO (punches) IFL: Championship Final December 29, 2006 1 2:14 Uncasville, Connecticut, United States
Win 12–4 (1) Jay Hieron Decision (unanimous) IFL: World Championship Semifinals November 2, 2006 3 4:00 Portland, Oregon, United States
Loss 11–4 (1) Brad Blackburn Decision (unanimous) IFL: Portland September 9, 2006 3 4:00 Portland, Oregon, United States
Win 11–3 (1) LaVerne Clark Submission (triangle choke) SportFight 17: Hot Zone August 5, 2006 3 3:51 Portland, Oregon, United States
Loss 10–3 (1) Nick Thompson Submission (kimura) AFC 17: Absolute Fighting Championships 17 June 24, 2006 2 2:08 Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States
Win 10–2 (1) Pat Healy KO (knee) SportFight 14: Resolution January 6, 2006 1 1:28 Portland, Oregon, United States Return to Welterweight.
Win 9–2 (1) Cruz Chacon Submission (triangle choke) KOTC: Conquest December 3, 2005 2 2:43 Calgary, Alberta, Canada Lightweight debut.
Win 8–2 (1) Dave Garcia Submission (triangle choke) FFC 15: Fiesta Las Vegas April 14, 2005 1 1:49 Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Win 7–2 (1) Brandon Melendez KO (punch) SportFight 10: Mayhem May 28, 2005 1 2:30 Gresham, Oregon, United States
Win 6–2 (1) Jerome Isaacs Submission (triangle choke) XFC: Dome of Destruction 2 April 30, 2005 1 0:57 Tacoma, Washington, United States
Win 5–2 (1) Damian Hatch TKO (punches) SportFight 4: Fight For Freedom March 26, 2005 3 1:55 Gresham, Oregon, United States
Loss 4–2 (1) Eddy Ellis Decision (unanimous) SF 4: Fight For Freedom June 26, 2004 3 5:00 Gresham, Oregon, United States
NC 4–1 (1) Stale Nyang No Contest EVT 3: Inferno May 22, 2004 N/A N/A Copenhagen, Denmark
Loss 4–1 Cam Ward Decision (split) SF 2: On the Move March 19, 2004 3 5:00 Portland, Oregon, United States
Win 4–0 Scott Poyer TKO (punches) SF 1: Revolution February 21, 2004 1 0:16 Lynnwood, Washington, United States
Win 3–0 Chris Young Submission (triangle choke) UFCF: Night of Champions January 31, 2004 1 1:03 Lynnwood, Washington, United States
Win 2–0 Joey Rubio TKO (punches) PPKA: Ultimate Fight Night 3 January 3, 2004 2 1:37 Yakima, Washington, United States
Win 1–0 Elder Pyatt KO (punch) FCFF: Rumble at the Roseland 10 December 13, 2003 1 0:10 Portland, Oregon, United States

References

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  1. ^ "Chris Wilson ESPN.go Stats". ESPN. Retrieved July 8, 2014.
  2. ^ "FCFF: Rumble at the Roseland 10 Card and Results". Sherdog.com. December 13, 2003.
  3. ^ "UFC 82: Jon Fitch vs. Chris Wilson likely to fight (Exclusive)". mmamania.com. January 22, 2008.
  4. ^ "UFC 82: Official Results and Live Round-by-Round Updates". mmajunkie.com. March 1, 2008.
  5. ^ "Chris Wilson vs. Steve Bruno UFC 86 fight booked". mmamania.com. May 2, 2008.
  6. ^ "Chris Wilson vs. Steve Bruno Moved To UFC 87". mmafrenzy.com. May 27, 2008.
  7. ^ "Report: Chris Wilson vs. John Howard added to UFC 94". fiveouncesofpain.com. December 17, 2009.
  8. ^ "Mike Pyle vs. Chris Wilson expected at UFC Fight Night 19 in Oklahoma City". mmajunkie.com. July 6, 2009.
  9. ^ "Hermes Franca, Marcus Aurelio, Chris Wilson and Justin McCully Released from UFC Roster?". urdirt.com. October 5, 2009. Archived from the original on October 17, 2015. Retrieved July 8, 2014.
  10. ^ "Chris Wilson, Keith Wisniewski Looking for Return to UFC Spotlight". mmafighting.com. April 9, 2011.
  11. ^ "Brazilian Fighting Championship 2 Official Results". mixedmartialarts.com. December 16, 2011.
  12. ^ "Brazilian Fighting Championship 3 Official Results". mixedmartialarts.com. August 11, 2012.
  13. ^ "Predador FC 23: Leandro Silva vs. Chris Wilson". tapology.com. March 9, 2013.
  14. ^ "Shooto Brazil 42 - Fight for BOPE 3". Sherdog.com. August 25, 2013.
  15. ^ "Chris Wilson: The Professor". Archived from the original on 2008-07-24. Retrieved 2013-02-11.
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