Reuben Duran

Reuben Duran (born July 2, 1983) is an American professional mixed martial artist currently competing in the Flyweight division. A professional since 2006, he has competed for the UFC, Shooto, and King of the Cage. He is the current King of the Cage Light Flyweight Champion, as well as the former Interim Flyweight Champion.

Background Duran started training martial arts at the age of seven. By the time he turned 14 he had added boxing to training regimen and by 19 was training in all aspects of MMA including the additions of wrestling, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, and Muay Thai.

Mixed martial arts career Early career Reuben began his career with multiple fights for King of the Cage, and other small promotions in California. As an amateur competitor, Duran has distinguished himself by being a six time winner of Grapplers Quest.

In a memorable match, Duran fought Greg Guzman, hiding his injuries that included 2 torn ligaments in his right hand. In spite of the injuries, Duran still earned the victory. Later, in an interview, Duran voiced his confidence that were it not for the injury, he would have gotten a stoppage. Duran would support his bold statement in his next fight as he claimed a victory over Ryan Diaz via KO with only 3 seconds left in the fight. In subsequent bouts, Duran submitted both Kana Hyatt and Maurice Eazel in the first round.

Ultimate Fighting Championship Duran signed with the UFC in early 2011 and made his debut at UFC on Versus 3 against Takeya Mizugaki, replacing an injured Francisco Rivera. Duran lost the fight via close split decision.

Duran faced Francisco Rivera on June 4, 2011 at The Ultimate Fighter 13 Finale. He won the fight via submission in the third round, earning Submission of the Night honors.

Duran next faced Hugo Viana on December 15, 2012 at The Ultimate Fighter: Team Carwin vs. Team Nelson Finale. After being knocked down twice, he eventually lost the fight via KO late in the first round.

Duran then faced George Roop on March 16, 2013 at UFC 158. He lost the fight via unanimous decision and was subsequently released from the promotion.

Post-UFC career Over a year after his release from UFC, Duran returned to King of the Cage in June 2014. Duran faced Tony Sanchez at KOTC: Slugfest on June 5, 2014. He won the fight via second round TKO.

Championships and accomplishments King of the Cage Interim KOTC Flyweight Championship (One time) KOTC Flyweight Championship (One time) KOTC Light Flyweight Championship (One time; current)

Mixed martial arts record Won

Tim Sosa Submission (rear naked choke) KOTC: Energetic Pursuit

Ontario, California United States Won

Fard Muhammad Decision (unanimous) KOTC: Conquistadores

Ontario, California United States Loss

Shoko Sato KO/TKO (strikes) Shooto in Korakuen Hall

Tokyo, Japan Loss

Derrick Mandell Decision (split) KOTC: Ultimate Collision

Carlton, Minnesota, United States Win

Andrew Natividad Decision (unanimous) KOTC: Bitter Rivals

Ontario, California, United States Win

Eduardo Torres Decision (unanimous) KOTC: Battle for the Belt

Highland, California, United States Win

Tony Sanchez TKO (punches) KOTC: Slugfest

Highland, California, United States Loss

George Roop Decision (unanimous) UFC 158

Montreal, Quebec, Canada Loss

Hugo Viana KO (punch) The Ultimate Fighter 16 Finale

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States Win

Francisco Rivera Submission (rear-naked choke) The Ultimate Fighter 13 Finale

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States Loss

Takeya Mizugaki Decision (split) UFC Live: Sanchez vs. Kampmann

Louisville, Kentucky, United States Win

Kana Hyatt Submission (guillotine choke) KOTC: Sniper

San Bernardino, California, United States Win

Maurice Eazel Submission (guillotine choke) Long Beach Fight Night 8

Long Beach, California, United States Win

Ryan Diaz KO (punch) KOTC: Arrival

Highland, California, United States Win

Greg Guzman Decision (unanimous) KOTC: Super Stars

Highland, California, United States Loss

Tommy Vargas Decision (unanimous) All Star Boxing: Conquest in the Cage 3

Montebello, California, United States Win

Manny Romero TKO (punches) AF 2: Apocalypse Fights 2

Palm Springs, California, United States Win

Ricardo Gallardo KO (punches) AF: Apocalypse Fights 1

Palm Springs, California, United States Win

Bobby Sanchez Submission (triangle choke) Invincible: MMA

Ontario, California, United States Draw

David Aguirre Draw KOTC: Final Chapter

San Jacinto, California, United States Loss

Scott Epstein Submission (rear-naked choke) PF 1: The Beginning

Hollywood, California, United States