Billy Elekana

Billy Joseph Elekana (born May 28, 1995) is an American professional mixed martial artist. He currently competes in the Light Heavyweight division for the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). He has previously competed on Professional Fighters League (PFL) and Legacy Fighting Alliance (LFA).

Professional career Early career Elekana made his professional debut on May 14, 2021, against Ravon Baxter. Elekana won the fight via a second-round submission.

His next fight came on August 28, 2021, against Starling Simmons. Elekana won the fight via a first-round TKO, after his opponent suffered a leg injury.

Legacy Fighting Alliance Elekana made his debut under Legacy Fighting Alliance (LFA) on December 10, 2021, against Jeff Nielsen. Elekana won the fight via a Unanimous Decision.

His next fight came on April 22, 2022, against Kohlman Scribner. Elekana won the fight via a first-round TKO.

His final fight with the federation came on July 29, 2022, against Daniel Compton. Elekana lost the fight via a split decision.

Professional Fighters League Elekana made his debut under Professional Fighters League (PFL) on March 10, 2023, against Tristan Overvig at PFL Challenger Series 15 in his Light Heavyweight debut. Elekana won the fight via a Unanimous Decision.

His final fight with the federation came on August 4, 2023, against Chuck Campbell at PFL 7 (2023). Elekana won the fight via a Split Decision.

Lights Out Xtreme Fighting Elekana made his debut under Lights Out Xtreme Fighting on July 27, 2024, against Jureall Simmons. Elekana won the fight via a first-round TKO.

Ultimate Fighting Championship Elekana made his debut under Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) on January 18, 2025, against Bogdan Guskov at UFC 311. Elekana took the fight on one weeks notice, after Guskov's original opponent, Johnny Walker withdrew due to an injury. Elekana lost the fight via a second-round submission.

His next fight came on July 26, 2025, against İbo Aslan at UFC on ABC 9. Elekana won the fight via a Unanimous Decision.

His next fight came on November 1, 2025, against Kevin Christian at UFC Fight Night 263. Elekana won the fight via a first-round submission.

His next fight came on January 31, 2026, against Junior Tafa at UFC 325. Elekana won the fight via a second-round submission.

Elekana was scheduled to face Iwo Baraniewski on June 6, 2026, at UFC Fight Night 278. However, Elekana withdrew for undisclosed reasons and was replaced by Junior Tafa.

Personal life Elekana is of Samoan descent.

Mixed martial arts record Win

Junior Tafa Submission (rear-naked choke) UFC 325

Sydney, Australia Win

Kevin Christian Technical Submission (rear-naked choke) UFC Fight Night: Garcia vs. Onama

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States Win

İbo Aslan Decision (unanimous) UFC on ABC: Whittaker vs. de Ridder

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Loss

Bogdan Guskov Submission (guillotine choke) UFC 311

Inglewood, California, United States Win

Jureall Simmons TKO (head kick and punches) Lights Out Xtreme Fighting 18

Long Beach, California, United States Win

Chuck Campbell Decision (split) PFL 7 (2023)

San Antonio, Texas, United States Win

Tristan Overvig Decision (unanimous) PFL Challenger Series 15

Orlando, Florida, United States Loss

Daniel Compton Decision (split) LFA 137

Commerce, California, United States Win

Kohlman Scribner TKO (head kick and punches) LFA 130

New Town, North Dakota, United States Win

Jeff Nielsen Decision (unanimous) LFA 120

Prior Lake, Minnesota, United States Win

Starling Simmons TKO (leg injury) Fierce FC 16

West Valley City, Utah, United States Win

Ravon Baxter Submission (rear-naked choke) Fierce FC 15

West Valley City, Utah, United States