Dominick Reyes has made his presence felt in the UFC and is ranked as the No. 11 fighter in the light heavyweight division as of April 2025. He has been interested in athleticism since his childhood and before pursuing a career in MMA, he played college football. Reyes made his professional MMA debut in 2014 and kicked off his career with a dominant KO victory over his rival Jose Rivas Jr.
After compiling a record of six wins and no losses, Reyes was signed by the UFC. He made his promotional debut in the company against Joachim Christensen in 2017. He made quick work of Christensen and won the fight via a first-round TKO. He contended for the UFC light heavyweight title two times against Jon Jones and Jan Blachowicz in a losing cause, respectively.
Dominick Reyes Fighting Style
Dominick 'The Devastator' Reyes, the #11 ranked light-heavyweight in the UFC, is known for his versatile fighting style. He gained a reputation for his striking, featuring powerful kicks and a keen ability to control distance with his reach. Reyes lands an average of 5.64 significant strikes per minute with a 54% accuracy while absorbing 3.59 strikes in return.
Reyes also shines in stand-up fighting, with 73% of his significant strikes delivered from a standing position. His knockout power is exceptional, with nine of his twelve victories coming by way of knockout. Additionally, his two submission wins highlight his grappling skills, showcasing his well-rounded abilities as an MMA fighter. Reyes also has an exceptional defense and it is evident from his 83% takedown defense rate.
Dominick Reyes Wingspan
Dominick Reyes has a reach of 77 inches. He stands at 6 feet and 6 inches tall, weighs 205 lbs, and has a southpaw stance as a fighter. Reyes competes in the light heavyweight division as a professional mixed martial artist.
Last upated on April 11, 2025
FAQs On Dominick Reyes on Fighting Style
A. Dominick Reyes' fighting style is versatile, but he is primarily considered a striker.
A. Dominick Reyes has a diverse skillset but his primary strength lies in striking over wrestling.
A. Dominick Reyes’ unanimous decision loss against Jon Jones at UFC 247 is still considered one of the most controversial decisions in UFC title fight history. The majority of the media outlets had Reyes winning the fight.
A. Dominick Reyes holds a professional MMA record of 14 wins and 4 losses as of April 11, 2024.
A. Dominick Reyes is scheduled to fight Nikita Krylov in his upcoming fight at UFC 314.
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