UFC

Cory Sandhagen

UFC18-7-0

Division
Bantamweight
Stance
Switch
Height
5' 11"
Weight
135 lbs.
Reach
70"
Nationality
Aurora, United States
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Fighter metrics

Wins by KO
6
Wins by submission
3
Wins by decision
5
Significant strikes / fight
72.5

Striking accuracy

44%

939 landed · 2,112 attempted

Takedown accuracy

33%

Recent fight form

Latest 5 verified results in our archive · 2023-08-05 to 2026-07-11

Wins

2 / 5

Losses

3 / 5

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

Fight history

  • Mario Bautista

    Jul 11, 2026

    Loss

    Decision - Unanimous · Round 3 · 5:00

  • Loss

    Decision - Unanimous · Round 5 · 5:00

  • Win

    KO/TKO · Round 2 · 4:08

  • Loss

    Decision - Unanimous · Round 5 · 5:00

  • Rob Font

    Aug 5, 2023

    Win

    Decision - Unanimous · Round 5 · 5:00

  • Marlon Vera

    Mar 25, 2023

    Win

    Decision - Split · Round 5 · 5:00

  • Song Yadong

    Sep 17, 2022

    Win

    TKO - Doctor's Stoppage · Round 4 · 5:00

  • Petr Yan

    Oct 30, 2021

    Loss

    Decision - Unanimous · Round 5 · 5:00

  • TJ Dillashaw

    Jul 24, 2021

    Loss

    Decision - Split · Round 5 · 5:00

  • Frankie Edgar

    Feb 6, 2021

    Win

    KO/TKO · Round 1 · 0:28

  • Marlon Moraes

    Oct 10, 2020

    Win

    KO/TKO · Round 2 · 1:04

  • Loss

    Submission · Round 1 · 1:28

  • Mario Bautista

    Jan 19, 2019

    Win

    Submission · Round 1 · 3:31

  • Iuri Alcantara

    Aug 25, 2018

    Win

    KO/TKO · Round 2 · 1:08

  • Austin Arnett

    Jan 27, 2018

    Win

    KO/TKO · Round 2 · 3:41

Cory Sandhagen Bio

Cory Sandhagen is an American mixed martial artist from Aurora, Colorado, who competes in the UFC bantamweight division. The UFC lists him as active, 5 feet 11 inches tall, and training at Tiger Beetle Martial Arts. Sandhagen competed in amateur kickboxing before moving into MMA, and the UFC lists him as a professional since 2015. His UFC debut came against Austin Arnett in January 2018.

Known for creative, range-conscious striking and a willingness to mix attacks, Sandhagen has been a consistent presence near the top of the bantamweight division. He challenged Petr Yan for the interim bantamweight title in 2021 and Merab Dvalishvili for the undisputed title in 2025. On July 11, 2026, Mario Bautista defeated Sandhagen by unanimous decision at UFC 329. Sandhagen remains an active UFC bantamweight as of September 11, 2026.

Record
18-7-0
Division
Bantamweight
Fighting style
MMA
Stance
Switch
Height
5' 11"
Weight
135 lbs.
Reach
70"
Leg reach
40.00
Gym / team
High Altitude Martial Arts (2010–present)
Nationality
Aurora, United States
Fighting out of
Aurora, Colorado, United States

Cory Sandhagen Questions & Answers

What division does Cory Sandhagen compete in?

Cory Sandhagen competes in the UFC bantamweight division and is listed by the promotion as an active athlete.

How tall is Cory Sandhagen?

Cory Sandhagen is listed by the UFC at 5 feet 11 inches tall.

When was Cory Sandhagen born?

Cory Sandhagen was born on April 20, 1992.

Did Cory Sandhagen attend college?

Yes. Sandhagen attended the University of Colorado Boulder and earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology.

When did Cory Sandhagen make his UFC debut?

Sandhagen made his UFC debut against Austin Arnett at UFC on FOX in Charlotte on January 27, 2018.

Has Cory Sandhagen fought for a UFC title?

Yes. Sandhagen challenged Petr Yan for the interim UFC bantamweight title in 2021 and Merab Dvalishvili for the undisputed UFC bantamweight title in 2025.

What is Cory Sandhagen's fighting style?

Sandhagen is known for intelligent distance management, varied striking setups, and creative attacks such as flying knees and spinning techniques. He also emphasizes mixing his offense rather than relying on one look.