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

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
Birth date
Jul 27, 1995 (age 31)
Age
31
Country
Australia

Steve Erceg Questions & Answers

Does Steve Erceg compete in the UFC?

Yes. Steve Erceg is listed by the UFC as an active mixed martial artist competing in the 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, defeating David Dvorak by unanimous decision.

When did Steve Erceg challenge for the UFC flyweight title?

He challenged Alexandre Pantoja for the UFC flyweight championship at UFC 301 on May 4, 2024, losing by unanimous decision.

Where does Steve Erceg train?

Steve Erceg trains at Wilkes Martial Arts & Fitness Academy in Australia.

What martial arts background and titles has Steve Erceg held?

Steve Erceg holds a Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt and has won the Eternal Australian flyweight title. His documented background also includes wrestling and Muay Thai competition.

What is Steve Erceg’s fighting style?

Steve Erceg competes in mixed martial arts and identifies the leg kick as his favorite striking technique and the guillotine as his favorite grappling technique.