Jeremy Larsen

Jeremy Larsen (born May 18, 1984) is an American mixed martial artist, who formerly competed in the Featherweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship.

Mixed martial arts career

Early career Larsen started his professional career in 2006. He fought mainly for Arizona-based promotion Rage in the Cage.

In February 2012, Larsen was announced as a cast member of The Ultimate Fighter: Live.

The Ultimate Fighter Larsen defeated Jeff Smith during the entry round via unanimous decision. Following his win in the elimination round, Larsen was medically suspended by the Nevada State Athletic Commission (NSAC) due to a cut on his head. Despite the suspension, Larsen was able to enter the house, being the last pick of Team Cruz.

In episode 5, Larsen faced Michael Chiesa and lost via unanimous decision after two rounds.

Ultimate Fighting Championship Larsen made his promotional debut against fellow TUF 15 competitor Joe Proctor on June 1, 2012, at The Ultimate Fighter 15 Finale. He lost via TKO early in the first round.

Larsen next faced Lucas Martins on May 18, 2013, at UFC on FX: Belfort vs. Rockhold. Despite being able to damage Martins significantly in the first two rounds, Martins knocked Larsen early in the third round. The performance earned both participants Fight of the Night honors.

Larsen was expected to face Matt Grice on October 19, 2013, at UFC 166. However, Grice was forced out of the bout after sustaining serious injuries in a car accident in his home state of Oklahoma. He was rescheduled to face Charles Oliveira at the same event, but Oliveira was also removed from the card due to injury. Larsen then faced short-notice replacement and promotional newcomer Andre Fili. He was defeated via TKO in the second round, and was subsequently released from the promotion shortly after.

Championships and accomplishments Mixed martial arts Ultimate Fighting Championship Fight of the Night (one time)

Mixed martial arts record Loss

Andre Fili TKO (punches) UFC 166

Houston, Texas, United States Loss

Lucas Martins KO (punch) UFC on FX: Belfort vs. Rockhold

Jaraguá do Sul, Santa Catarina, Brazil Loss

Joe Proctor TKO (knee and punches) The Ultimate Fighter 15 Finale

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States Win

Jeff Fletcher Decision (unanimous) TCF: Rumble at the Ranch 2

Phoenix, Arizona, United States Win

Sammy Ciurdar Decision (unanimous) TCF: Dawn of Champions

Phoenix, Arizona, United States Loss

Efraín Escudero Submission (armbar) Rage in the Cage 148

Chandler, Arizona, United States Win

Victor Meza Decision (unanimous) Rage in the Cage 142

Chandler, Arizona, United States Win

Tim Holden TKO (punches) Rage in the Cage 139

Tucson, Arizona, United States NC

Gabriel Casillas No contest Rage in the Cage 134

Tucson, Arizona, United States Win

Jeff Horlacher TKO (punches) AG: Extreme Beat Down

Phoenix, Arizona, United States Loss

Edgar García Decision (unanimous) Cage Supremacy 3

Tucson, Arizona, United States Win

Omur Cor Submission (rear-naked choke) Cage Supremacy 2

Tucson, Arizona, United States Win

Eric Schneider Submission (guillotine choke) Rage in the Cage 96

Tucson, Arizona, United States Win

Chance Butts Submission (guillotine choke) Rage in the Cage 88: Veteran's Day Rumble

Tucson, Arizona, United States