Mark Eddiva

Mark Eddiva (born February 16, 1986) is a reputed former Filipino wushu Champion and former mixed martial artist who competed in the featherweight division. He is known for having competed in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). He is of Igorot descent.

Mixed martial arts career Eddiva made his professional debut in 2006 competing as a featherweight in regional promotions primarily in the Philippines. He compiled a record of 5–0, finishing all of his opponents before signing with the UFC in early 2014.

Ultimate Fighting Championship Eddiva made his promotional debut against Jumabieke Tuerxun on March 1, 2014, at The Ultimate Fighter: China Finale. Eddiva controlled Tuerxun on the feet and on the ground en route to a unanimous decision.

Eddiva later faced Kevin Souza on May 31, 2014, at The Ultimate Fighter Brazil 3 Finale. Souza won the fight via TKO due to punches near the end of the second round. The back and forth action earned by participants Fight of the Night honors.

Eddiva was linked to a fight with Mike De La Torre on November 8, 2014, at UFC Fight Night 55. However, the pairing was cancelled after both fighters suffered injuries leading up to the event.

Eddiva was expected to face Alex White on May 16, 2015, at UFC Fight Night 66. However, on April 26, it was announced that White suffered an undisclosed injury and was forced out of the bout. White was replaced by promotional newcomer Levan Makashvili. Eddiva lost the fight via split decision.

Eddiva faced Dan Hooker on March 20, 2016, at UFC Fight Night 85. He lost the fight via submission in the first round and was subsequently released from the promotion.

Championships and accomplishments Ultimate Fighting Championship Fight of the Night (One time)

Mixed martial arts record Loss

Dan Hooker Submission (guillotine choke) UFC Fight Night: Hunt vs. Mir

Brisbane, Australia Loss

Levan Makashvili Decision (split) UFC Fight Night: Edgar vs. Faber

Pasay, Philippines Loss

Kevin Souza TKO (punches) The Ultimate Fighter Brazil 3 Finale: Miocic vs. Maldonado

São Paulo, Brazil Win

Jumabieke Tuerxun Decision (unanimous) The Ultimate Fighter China Finale: Kim vs. Hathaway

Macau, SAR, China Win

Alex Lee Submission (rear-naked choke) Legend Fighting Championship 4

Hong Kong, SAR, China Win

Engie Piloto Submission (rear-naked choke) URCC Cebu 4: Proving Ground

Mandaue, Philippines Win

Alvin Clerino TKO (punches) Sambo Combat Championship 1

Manila, Philippines Win

Duke Villanueva TKO (punches) FFC - Relentless

Pasig, Philippines Win

Andrew Benibe TKO (punches) FFC - Qualifying

Pasig, Philippines