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'''Anthony Pettis''' (born January 27, 1987) is an [[United States|American]] [[mixed martial arts|mixed martial artist]] who competes in the [[Lightweight (MMA)|lightweight]] division of the [[Ultimate Fighting Championship]], where he is the current [[List of UFC champions#Lightweight Championship|UFC Lightweight Champion]]. He was the final [[WEC Lightweight Championship|WEC Lightweight Champion]] before merging the promotion into the [[Ultimate Fighting Championship|UFC]].
'''Anthony Pettis''' (born January 27, 1987) is an American [[mixed martial arts|mixed martial artist]] who competes in the [[Lightweight (MMA)|lightweight]] division of the [[Ultimate Fighting Championship]], where he is the current [[List of UFC champions#Lightweight Championship|UFC Lightweight Champion]]. He was the final [[WEC Lightweight Championship|WEC Lightweight Champion]] before merging the promotion into the [[Ultimate Fighting Championship|UFC]].


==Early life==
==Early life==
Born to Eugene Pettis Jr. and Annette Garcia, Anthony Pettis grew up in the south side of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, along with his older brother Ray Pettis and younger brother [[Sergio Pettis]].<ref name=worldofjenks >{{cite episode|title=Fifty Fists|url=http://www.mtv.com/videos/world-of-jenks-ep-4-fifty-fists/1648770/playlist.jhtml#series=2211&seriesId=31526&channelId=1| series = [[World of Jenks]]| credits = Presenters: [[Andrew Jenks]]| network = [[MTV]]|airdate=September 27, 2010}}</ref> Pettis is of [[Mexico|Mexican]] and [[Puerto Rico|Puerto Rican]] ancestry. His grandfather Anglicized the family name from Perez to Pettis to avoid discrimination. Pettis attended [[Dominican High School (Whitefish Bay, Wisconsin)|Dominican High School]].<ref>{{cite web|author=Gary D’Amato |url=http://www.jsonline.com/sports/etc/47108257.html |title=Fighting chance: Pettis finds MMA stage despite obstacles |publisher=Jsonline.com |date=2009-06-05 |accessdate=2012-07-31}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.fightmagazine.com/mma-magazine/mma-article.asp?aid=657&issid=44 |title=5 Minutes With Anthony Pettis |publisher=Fightmagazine.com |date= |accessdate=2012-07-31}}</ref>
Born to Eugene Pettis Jr. and Annette Garcia, Anthony Pettis grew up in the south side of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, along with his older brother Ray Pettis and younger brother [[Sergio Pettis]].<ref name=worldofjenks >{{cite episode|title=Fifty Fists|url=http://www.mtv.com/videos/world-of-jenks-ep-4-fifty-fists/1648770/playlist.jhtml#series=2211&seriesId=31526&channelId=1| series = [[World of Jenks]]| credits = Presenters: [[Andrew Jenks]]| network = [[MTV]]|airdate=September 27, 2010}}</ref> Pettis is of [[Mexico|Mexican]] and [[Puerto Rico|Puerto Rican]] ancestry. His grandfather Anglicized the family name from Perez to Pettis to avoid discrimination. Pettis attended [[Dominican High School (Whitefish Bay, Wisconsin)|Dominican High School]].<ref>{{cite web|author=Gary D’Amato |url=http://www.jsonline.com/sports/etc/47108257.html |title=Fighting chance: Pettis finds MMA stage despite obstacles |publisher=Jsonline.com |date=2009-06-05 |accessdate=2012-07-31}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.fightmagazine.com/mma-magazine/mma-article.asp?aid=657&issid=44 |title=5 Minutes With Anthony Pettis |publisher=Fightmagazine.com |date= |accessdate=2012-07-31}}</ref>
He started training [[Taekwondo]] and [[Boxing]] at a very early age.
He started training [[Taekwondo]] and [[boxing]] at a very early age.


==Career==
==Career==
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===Ultimate Fighting Championship===
===Ultimate Fighting Championship===
In October 2010, [[World Extreme Cagefighting]] merged with the [[Ultimate Fighting Championship]]. As part of the merger, a majority of the WEC fighters were transferred to the UFC.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://mmajunkie.com/news/21189/ufc-and-wec-set-to-merge-in-2011-events-to-air-on-versus-and-spike-tv.mma|title=UFC and WEC set to merge in 2011; events to air on Versus and Spike TV|publisher=mmajunkie.com|date=October 28, 2010}}</ref>
In October 2010, [[World Extreme Cagefighting]] merged with the Ultimate Fighting Championship. As part of the merger, a majority of the WEC fighters were transferred to the UFC.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://mmajunkie.com/news/21189/ufc-and-wec-set-to-merge-in-2011-events-to-air-on-versus-and-spike-tv.mma|title=UFC and WEC set to merge in 2011; events to air on Versus and Spike TV|publisher=mmajunkie.com|date=October 28, 2010}}</ref>


Pettis was expected to face the winner of [[Frankie Edgar]] and [[Gray Maynard]], which took place at [[UFC 125]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.mmagospel.com/the-heart-of-a-champion-anthony-pettis-looks-to-unify-the-lightweight-titles/|title=The Heart of a Champion: Anthony Pettis Looks to Unify the Lightweight Titles|publisher=mmagospel.com|date=December 24, 2010}}</ref> However, the bout was declared a draw, and Edgar/Maynard 3 was scheduled for [[UFC 130]], but both fighters sustained injuries before the fight, which was postponed.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.mmamania.com/2011/1/2/1908674/frankie-edgar-vs-gray-maynard-3-not-anthony-pettis-next-up-for|title=Frankie Edgar vs Gray Maynard 3 (not Anthony Pettis) next up for lightweight champion |publisher=mmamania.com|date=January 2, 2011}}</ref>
Pettis was expected to face the winner of [[Frankie Edgar]] and [[Gray Maynard]], which took place at [[UFC 125]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.mmagospel.com/the-heart-of-a-champion-anthony-pettis-looks-to-unify-the-lightweight-titles/|title=The Heart of a Champion: Anthony Pettis Looks to Unify the Lightweight Titles|publisher=mmagospel.com|date=December 24, 2010}}</ref> However, the bout was declared a draw, and Edgar/Maynard 3 was scheduled for [[UFC 130]], but both fighters sustained injuries before the fight, which was postponed.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.mmamania.com/2011/1/2/1908674/frankie-edgar-vs-gray-maynard-3-not-anthony-pettis-next-up-for|title=Frankie Edgar vs Gray Maynard 3 (not Anthony Pettis) next up for lightweight champion |publisher=mmamania.com|date=January 2, 2011}}</ref>

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Anthony Pettis
Anthony Pettis
BornAnthony Paul Pettis
(1987-01-27) January 27, 1987 (age 37)
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
Other namesShowtime
NationalityAmerican
Height5 ft 9 in (1.75 m)
Weight155 lb (70 kg; 11 st 1 lb)
DivisionLightweight
Featherweight
Reach72 in (183 cm)
StanceOrthodox
Fighting out ofMilwaukee, Wisconsin
TeamRoufusport
Rank3rd degree black belt in Taekwondo
Purple belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Years active2007-present
Mixed martial arts record
Total19
Wins17
By knockout7
By submission7
By decision3
Losses2
By decision2
Amateur record
Total1
Wins1
By knockout1
Other information
WebsiteOfficial UFC Profile
Mixed martial arts record from Sherdog

Anthony Pettis (born January 27, 1987) is an American mixed martial artist who competes in the lightweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship, where he is the current UFC Lightweight Champion. He was the final WEC Lightweight Champion before merging the promotion into the UFC.

Early life

Born to Eugene Pettis Jr. and Annette Garcia, Anthony Pettis grew up in the south side of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, along with his older brother Ray Pettis and younger brother Sergio Pettis.[1] Pettis is of Mexican and Puerto Rican ancestry. His grandfather Anglicized the family name from Perez to Pettis to avoid discrimination. Pettis attended Dominican High School.[2][3] He started training Taekwondo and boxing at a very early age.

Career

Anthony "Showtime" Pettis made his professional MMA debut in December 2007. He compiled an undefeated record of 8-0 in shows all based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin before debuting with the WEC. Pettis also has a professional kickboxing background.

Pettis is coached by legendary Kickboxer and MMA trainer Duke Roufus and is a member of Roufusport where he trains with fighters Alan Belcher, Erik Koch, Ben Rothwell, Ben Askren and Danny Downes.[4]

World Extreme Cagefighting

Pettis made his WEC debut at WEC 41, where he defeated Mike Campbell via first round triangle choke.

He was then expected to fight Rob McCullough at WEC 44 on November 18, 2009, but was pulled off the card with an undisclosed injury.[5]

Pettis suffered his first professional loss on December 19, 2009 at WEC 45, dropping a close split decision to Bart Palaszewski.[6]

Pettis rebounded from the loss with a head kick KO victory over Danny Castillo on March 6, 2010 at WEC 47, earning Knockout of the Night honors.[7] Training for the fight, as well as Pettis' family life, were both documented on an episode of the MTV show, World of Jenks.[1]

Pettis suffered virtually no damage in the bout with Castillo and made a quick return at WEC 48 against Alex Karalexis.[8] He won the fight via submission in the second round.

Pettis faced Shane Roller on August 18, 2010 at WEC 50.[9] Pettis surprised many by taking down Roller multiple times and frustrating him with fast paced scrambles. Pettis displayed a lot of diversity in his striking, namely two Capoeira kicks, including the martelo as well as the aú batido.[10][11][12] After several submission attempts, Pettis finally secured a fight ending triangle choke in the closing seconds of the fight, earning a Submission of the Night bonus.

His last WEC fight came against Benson Henderson on December 16, 2010 at WEC 53 for the WEC Lightweight Championship.[13] The fight was closely contested throughout, providing back and forth action, both standing and on the ground. In the fifth round, Pettis jumped off the cage with a move now known as the Showtime Kick with his right foot, making a shearing movement with his left leg, then kicking Henderson in the face with his right foot.[14][15] Pettis won the fight via unanimous decision (48-47, 49-46, 48-47) to become the final WEC Lightweight Champion. The fight was also awarded as Fight of the Night which won Henderson and Pettis an extra $10,000.[16]

Ultimate Fighting Championship

In October 2010, World Extreme Cagefighting merged with the Ultimate Fighting Championship. As part of the merger, a majority of the WEC fighters were transferred to the UFC.[17]

Pettis was expected to face the winner of Frankie Edgar and Gray Maynard, which took place at UFC 125.[18] However, the bout was declared a draw, and Edgar/Maynard 3 was scheduled for UFC 130, but both fighters sustained injuries before the fight, which was postponed.[19]

Instead of waiting for the winner of Edgar/Maynard 3, Pettis faced Clay Guida on June 4, 2011 at The Ultimate Fighter 13 Finale.[20] Despite repeatedly getting taken down by Guida, Pettis showed good defense off his back, controlling Guida's wrists and attempting multiple submissions, while taking little damage, even securing Guida's back. However, Guida was able to escape and in return secured Pettis's back to end the third round ultimately giving Guida the victory via unanimous decision.[21][22]

Pettis defeated Jeremy Stephens via split decision on October 8, 2011 at UFC 136 in a closely contested bout. Pettis used superior wrestling to control Stephens which was especially showcased in round 2, where he was able to take Stephens down three times.[23]

Pettis faced Joe Lauzon on February 25, 2012 at UFC 144.[24] He won the fight via first round KO, with a head kick followed by punches. His performance earned Knockout of the Night honors.

After spending the majority of 2012 recovering from a litany of injuries,[25][26][27] Pettis faced Donald Cerrone on January 26, 2013 at UFC on Fox 6.[28] Pettis won the fight by TKO in the first round, finishing Cerrone with a kick to the body. The performance also earned Pettis Knockout of the Night honors. After the victory, Dana White said he was 'sold' on Pettis and admitted that after Benson Henderson against Gilbert Melendez on UFC on Fox 7, Pettis was to be the next to fight for the lightweight title.[29]

On February 5, it was announced that Pettis would not wait for a title shot at lightweight, and would instead be dropping down to 145 pounds to challenge featherweight champion, José Aldo on August 3, 2013 at UFC 163.[30] However, on June 14, Dana White announced that Pettis was injured, and that Aldo would instead defend the title against Chan Sung Jung.[31]

Pettis finally got a UFC lightweight title shot as he replaced an injured TJ Grant against Benson Henderson on August 31, 2013 at UFC 164.[32] The fight was a rematch from the last WEC event, WEC 53, where Henderson was defeated by Pettis via unanimous decision. Pettis defeated Henderson via armbar submission in the first round, taking a championship belt from Henderson for the second time, and becoming the new UFC Lightweight Champion. The win also earned Pettis his first Submission of the Night bonus award in the UFC.[33]

Personal life

Along with Duke Roufus, Pettis owns the Showtime Sports Bar in Milwaukee.[34][35] Anthony and his girlfriend Alexandra [36] are the proud parents of their daughter Aria, born in July, 2011.

Pettis along with Jon Jones, Urijah Faber, Joseph Benavidez, Mark Muñoz, Chad Mendes, and Scott Jorgensen starred in a Form Athletics (now owned by K-Swiss) commercial.[37]

Championships and accomplishments

Mixed martial arts

Mixed martial arts record

Professional record breakdown
19 matches 17 wins 2 losses
By knockout 7 0
By submission 7 0
By decision 3 2
Res. Record Opponent Method Event Date Round Time Location Notes
Win 17–2 Benson Henderson Submission (armbar) UFC 164 August 31, 2013 1 4:31 Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States Won the UFC Lightweight Championship; Submission of the Night.
Win 16–2 Donald Cerrone TKO (kick to the body and punches) UFC on Fox: Johnson vs. Dodson January 26, 2013 1 2:35 Chicago, Illinois, United States Knockout of the Night.
Win 15–2 Joe Lauzon KO (head kick and punches) UFC 144 February 26, 2012 1 1:21 Saitama, Saitama, Japan Knockout of the Night.
Win 14–2 Jeremy Stephens Decision (split) UFC 136 October 8, 2011 3 5:00 Houston, Texas, United States
Loss 13–2 Clay Guida Decision (unanimous) The Ultimate Fighter 13 Finale June 4, 2011 3 5:00 Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Win 13–1 Benson Henderson Decision (unanimous) WEC 53 December 16, 2010 5 5:00 Glendale, Arizona, United States Won the WEC Lightweight Championship; Fight of the Night; Fight of the Year (2010).
Win 12–1 Shane Roller Submission (triangle choke) WEC 50 August 18, 2010 3 4:51 Las Vegas, Nevada, United States Submission of the Night.
Win 11–1 Alex Karalexis Submission (triangle choke) WEC 48 April 24, 2010 2 1:35 Sacramento, California, United States
Win 10–1 Danny Castillo KO (head kick and punches) WEC 47 March 6, 2010 1 2:27 Columbus, Ohio, United States Knockout of the Night.
Loss 9–1 Bart Palaszewski Decision (split) WEC 45 December 19, 2009 3 5:00 Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Win 9–0 Mike Campbell Submission (triangle choke) WEC 41 June 7, 2009 1 1:49 Sacramento, California, United States
Win 8–0 Gabe Walbridge TKO (punches) GFS: Season's Beatings December 13, 2008 1 0:56 Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States Defended Gladiators Fighting Series Lighweight Championship.
Win 7–0 Jay Ellis Submission (punches) GFS 55 October 4, 2008 1 1:12 Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States Defended Gladiators Fighting Series Lighweight Championship.
Win 6–0 Sherron Leggett Decision (split) GFS: Fight Club June 21, 2008 3 5:00 Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States Won Gladiators Fighting Series Lighweight Championship.
Win 5–0 Mike Lambrecht KO (head kick) GFS: Knockout Kings March 29, 2008 1 1:49 Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States
Win 4–0 George Barrazza TKO (punches) GFS: The Warriors February 16, 2008 1 4:31 Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States
Win 3–0 Michael Skinner Submission (punches) GFS: Seasons Beatings December 1, 2007 1 0:36 Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States
Win 2–0 Lonny Amdahl Submission (injury) GFS: Rumble in the Cage August 17, 2007 1 0:12 Green Bay, Wisconsin, United States
Win 1–0 Tom Erspamer TKO (punches) GFS: Super Brawl January 27, 2007 1 0:24 United States

Television

Pettis appeared on episode 4 of World of Jenks, where documentary maker Andrew Jenks lived with Pettis for a week before his fight against Danny Castillo at WEC 47.[1] The episode gave an inside look into Pettis' fight preparations as well as giving insights into his family life.[1]

References

  1. ^ a b c d Presenters: Andrew Jenks (September 27, 2010). "Fifty Fists". World of Jenks. MTV.
  2. ^ Gary D’Amato (2009-06-05). "Fighting chance: Pettis finds MMA stage despite obstacles". Jsonline.com. Retrieved 2012-07-31.
  3. ^ "5 Minutes With Anthony Pettis". Fightmagazine.com. Retrieved 2012-07-31.
  4. ^ Kyle Nagel. "Fight Path: WEC's Anthony Pettis found MMA after father's tragic death".
  5. ^ "Anthony Pettis forced out of WEC 44, Rob McCullough's new opponent uncertain". mmajunkie.com. Archived from the original on 24 October 2009. Retrieved 2009-10-21. {{cite web}}: Unknown parameter |deadurl= ignored (|url-status= suggested) (help)
  6. ^ "Bart Palaszewski vs. Anthony Pettis on tap for WEC 45 in December". mmajunkie.com. 2009-10-30.
  7. ^ "Danny Castillo and Anthony Pettis meet in lightweight matchup at WEC 47". www.mmajunkie.com. 2010-01-25.
  8. ^ "Anthony Pettis vs. Alex Karalexis in the works for star-studded WEC 48 event". mmajunkie.com. 2010-03-13.
  9. ^ "Anthony Pettis vs. Shane Roller on tap for WEC 50 in August". mmajunkie.com. 2010-06-09.
  10. ^ Steve Cofield "In a classic, Pettis triangles Roller at WEC 50", [1], Yahoo! Sports, August 18, 2010
  11. ^ Michael David Smith "WEC 50: Anthony Pettis Submits Shane Roller", [2], Aol Sports, August 18, 2010
  12. ^ Kid Nate "Bloody Elbow Judo Chop: Anthony Pettis Unleashes the Aú Batido on Shane Roller at WEC 50", [3], SB Nation, August 19, 2010
  13. ^ "HENDERSON VS. PETTIS OFFICIAL FOR WEC DEC 16". MMAweekly.com. 2010-09-23.
  14. ^ Mitch Ciccarelli "Anthony Pettis' Kick and the Best Finishing Moves in MMA History", [4], Bleacher Report, December 17, 2011
  15. ^ Seth Pollack "Anthony Pettis 'Showtime' Kick Seen Cageside Changed My View Of MMA", [5], SB Nation, December 17, 2011
  16. ^ "WEC 53 bonuses: Wineland, Roller, Pettis and Henderson earn $10K awards".
  17. ^ "UFC and WEC set to merge in 2011; events to air on Versus and Spike TV". mmajunkie.com. October 28, 2010.
  18. ^ "The Heart of a Champion: Anthony Pettis Looks to Unify the Lightweight Titles". mmagospel.com. December 24, 2010.
  19. ^ "Frankie Edgar vs Gray Maynard 3 (not Anthony Pettis) next up for lightweight champion". mmamania.com. January 2, 2011.
  20. ^ "Anthony Pettis vs. Clay Guida set, tapped The Ultimate Fighter 13 Finale headliner". mmajunkie.com. January 21, 2011.
  21. ^ Frank, Hyden. "Has Clay Guida Earned a Title Shot?". Has Clay Guida Earned a Title Shot?. MMATorch. Archived from the original on 21 July 2011. Retrieved 9 June 2011. {{cite web}}: Unknown parameter |deadurl= ignored (|url-status= suggested) (help)
  22. ^ Matt, Erickson. "TUF 13 Finale Live Blog: Anthony Pettis vs. Clay Guida Updates". TUF 13 Finale Live Blog: Anthony Pettis vs. Clay Guida Updates. MMA Fighting. Retrieved 9 June 2011.
  23. ^ "UFC 136: Anthony Pettis vs Jeremy Stephens announced for Oct. 8 in Houston, Texas". mmamania.com. July 16, 2011.
  24. ^ "Anthony Pettis-Melvin Guillard Official for UFC 144 in Japan, Not Vegas". heavymma.com. November 15, 2011.
  25. ^ "UFC's Anthony Pettis set for surgery after title shot goes to Frankie Edgar". MMAjunkie.com. March 21, 2012. Retrieved March 21, 2012.
  26. ^ "Anthony Pettis aiming for October return, open to potential 'TUF 16' coaching gig". MMAjunkie.com. July 6, 2012. Retrieved July 6, 2012.
  27. ^ "UFC lightweight Anthony Pettis hospitalized with Staph infection". MMAmania.com. October 23, 2012. Retrieved October 23, 2012.
  28. ^ "Anthony Pettis vs. Donald Cerrone targeted for Jan. 26, possibly UFC on FOX 6". MMAjunkie.com. November 5, 2012. Retrieved November 5, 2012.
  29. ^ "Dana on Pettis' title shot: "The Melendez fight is set but he's next. I can't say enough good stuff about this kid". twitter.com. January 26, 2013. Retrieved January 26, 2013.
  30. ^ "Anthony Pettis drops to 145, meets UFC champ Jose Aldo on Aug. 3. on June 14, 2013, Dana white tweeted "Pettis hurt his knee, Korean Zombie will now face Jose Aldo for the title on the Aug card in Rio Brazil."". MMAjunkie.com. February 5, 2013. Retrieved February 5, 2013.
  31. ^ Nate Wilcox (2013-06-14). "Anthony Pettis out of UFC 163 with injury, Chan Sung Jung to face Jose Aldo". bloodyelbow.com. Retrieved 2013-06-14.
  32. ^ John Morgan (2013-07-12). "T.J. Grant injured, Anthony Pettis now meets champ Benson Henderson at UFC 164". mmajunkie.com. Retrieved 2013-07-12.
  33. ^ Staff (2013-09-01). "UFC 164 bonuses: Pettis, Mendes, Lim, Krauss win $50,000". MMAjunkie.com. Retrieved 2013-09-01.
  34. ^ "Roufus Pettis Showtime Sports Bar & Grill". Retrieved 22 May 2011.
  35. ^ City of Milwaukee. "Property List". Retrieved 22 May 2011.
  36. ^ "Anthony Pettis Family Man". FabWags.com. Retrieved 29 August 2013.
  37. ^ "FORM Apparel Collection - Fall 2011 Lookbook Preview". FORM Athletics. Retrieved 23 May 2011.
  38. ^ "Fight of the Year: Anthony Pettis vs. Benson Henderson". MMAFighting.com.
  39. ^ "Sherdog's 2010 Misc. Awards - Breakthrough Fighter of the Year". Sherdog.com. 2011-01-05. Retrieved 2012-07-31.
  40. ^ Breen, Jordan (2011-01-10). "Sherdog's 2010 All-Violence Team". Sherdog.com. Retrieved 2012-01-16.
  41. ^ "USA TODAY 2010 MMA Awards: New faces appear". USAToday.com.
  42. ^ [6][dead link]
Preceded by 7th WEC Lightweight Champion
December 16, 2010 - December 16, 2010
Vacant
WEC Lightweight division
was dissolved into the UFC

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