Derrick Lewis: UFC Record, Fight History & Bio

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Fighter metrics

Striking accuracy

51%

658 landed · 1,294 attempted

Takedown accuracy

26%

Recent fight form

Latest 5 verified results in our archive · 2023-11-05 to 2026-06-14

Wins

2 / 5

Losses

3 / 5

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

Fight history

Josh Hokit
Jun 14, 2026
Loss
KO/TKO · Round 2 · 4:09
Waldo Cortes-Acosta
Jan 24, 2026
Loss
KO/TKO · Round 2 · 3:14
Tallison Teixeira
Jul 12, 2025
Win
KO/TKO · Round 1 · 0:35
Rodrigo Nascimento Ferreira
May 12, 2024
Win
KO/TKO · Round 3 · 0:49
Jailton Almeida
Nov 5, 2023
Loss
Decision - Unanimous · Round 5 · 5:00
Marcos Rogerio de Lima
Jul 30, 2023
Win
KO/TKO · Round 1 · 0:33
Serghei Spivac
Feb 5, 2023
Loss
Submission · Round 1 · 3:05
Sergei Pavlovich
Jul 30, 2022
Loss
KO/TKO · Round 1 · 0:55
Tai Tuivasa
Feb 12, 2022
Loss
KO/TKO · Round 2 · 1:40
Chris Daukaus
Dec 19, 2021
Win
KO/TKO · Round 1 · 3:36
Ciryl Gane
Aug 8, 2021
Loss
KO/TKO · Round 3 · 4:11
Curtis Blaydes
Feb 21, 2021
Win
KO/TKO · Round 2 · 1:20
Aleksei Oleinik
UFC Fight Night: Lewis vs. Oleinik · Aug 8, 2020

Winner
KO/TKO · Round 2

Derrick Lewis Bio

As of October 1, 2026, Derrick Lewis is an active UFC heavyweight who trains at 4oz Fight Club. Born in New Orleans, Louisiana, on February 7, 1985, Lewis has competed professionally since 2010 and made his UFC debut on April 19, 2014. UFC lists him at 6 feet 3 inches and identifies his fighting style as brawler. His approach is built around exceptional punching power, explosive striking and the ability to change a fight with a single attack. He is also recognized as the UFC’s all-time leader in knockout victories and has earned a reputation as one of the promotion’s most enduring heavyweight attractions.

Lewis won the Legacy Fighting Championship heavyweight title before establishing himself in the UFC. He later challenged for the UFC heavyweight championship at UFC 230 in November 2018 and challenged for the interim UFC heavyweight title at UFC 265 in August 2021. His notable UFC victories include wins over Francis Ngannou, Alexander Volkov and Curtis Blaydes. Lewis attended Kilgore College for one year on a football scholarship before pursuing mixed martial arts. His most recent listed UFC appearance was a June 14, 2026 bout with Josh Hokit; the UFC athlete profile continues to identify Lewis as active in the heavyweight division.

Record: 29-14-0
Division: Heavyweight
Stance: Orthodox
Height: 6' 3"
Weight: 260 lbs.
Reach: 79"
Leg reach: 43.50
Gym / team: Silverback Fight Club (formerly)
Nationality: New Orleans, United States
Residence: Cypress, Texas, United States
Fighting out of: Houston, Texas, United States
Birth date: Feb 7, 1985 (age 41)
Age: 41
Country: United States

Derrick Lewis Questions & Answers

What division does Derrick Lewis compete in?

Derrick Lewis competes in the UFC heavyweight division.

When did Derrick Lewis make his UFC debut?

Derrick Lewis made his UFC debut on April 19, 2014.

What is Derrick Lewis known for stylistically?

The UFC identifies Derrick Lewis as a brawler. His style is associated with powerful punching, explosive striking and fight-changing knockout ability.

Where does Derrick Lewis train?

Derrick Lewis trains at 4oz Fight Club.

When was Derrick Lewis born and how tall is he?

Derrick Lewis was born on February 7, 1985, in New Orleans, Louisiana, and is listed at 6 feet 3 inches tall.

Did Derrick Lewis attend college?

Yes. Derrick Lewis attended Kilgore College for one year on a football scholarship.

What title opportunities has Derrick Lewis had?

Derrick Lewis previously won the Legacy Fighting Championship heavyweight title and later challenged for the UFC heavyweight championship and the interim UFC heavyweight title.