UFC

Steve “Astroboy”Erceg

UFC14-5-0

Division
Bantamweight
Stance
Orthodox
Height
5' 8"
Weight
125 lbs.
Reach
68"
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Fighter metrics

Wins by KO
0
Wins by submission
0
Wins by decision
0

Striking accuracy

48%

162 landed · 337 attempted

Takedown accuracy

31%

Recent fight form

Latest 5 verified results in our archive · 2024-08-17 to 2026-07-25

Wins

2 / 5

Losses

3 / 5

Historical results, not a prediction. See opponents and methods in fight history below.

Fight history

Steve Erceg Bio

Steve Erceg is an Australian mixed martial artist from Perth who competes in the UFC flyweight division. He trains at Wilkes Martial Arts & Fitness Academy and holds a Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt. Erceg began training in 2012 after becoming interested in grappling and combat sports, later working as a martial arts instructor before pursuing professional competition.

Erceg made his UFC debut on June 10, 2023, defeating David Dvorak on short notice. He followed that performance with victories over Alessandro Costa and Matt Schnell, then challenged Alexandre Pantoja for the UFC flyweight championship at UFC 301 in May 2024. The title fight was a competitive decision loss, but it established Erceg as a prominent contender early in his UFC career.

After later defeats against Kai Kara-France and Brandon Moreno, Erceg returned to winning form with a decision victory over Tim Elliott on May 2, 2026. He was subsequently stopped by Ramazan Temirov on July 25, 2026. As of September 15, 2026, the UFC lists Steve Erceg as an active flyweight. His style combines technical striking, leg kicks and submission-oriented grappling, including a preference for the guillotine.

Record
14-5-0
Division
Bantamweight
Stance
Orthodox
Height
5' 8"
Weight
125 lbs.
Reach
68"
Leg reach
38.00

Steve Erceg Questions & Answers

Does Steve Erceg compete in the UFC?

Yes. Steve Erceg is listed by the UFC as an active fighter in its flyweight division.

What division does Steve Erceg fight in?

Steve Erceg competes in the UFC flyweight division.

When did Steve Erceg make his UFC debut?

Steve Erceg made his UFC debut on June 10, 2023, against David Dvorak.

When was Steve Erceg's UFC title challenge?

Steve Erceg challenged Alexandre Pantoja for the UFC flyweight title at UFC 301 in May 2024.

Where does Steve Erceg train?

Steve Erceg trains at Wilkes Martial Arts & Fitness Academy, also identified as Wilkes Martial Arts.

What is Steve Erceg's fighting style?

Steve Erceg uses a mixed martial arts style built around technical striking, leg kicks and submission grappling. The UFC identifies the guillotine as his favorite grappling technique and the leg kick as his favorite striking technique.

When was Steve Erceg born and how tall is he?

Steve Erceg was born on July 27, 1995, and is listed at 5 feet 8 inches tall.