Dustin Tyler Hazelett (born April 29, 1986) is a retired American mixed martial artist who had fought as a Welterweight in the Ultimate Fighting Championship.

Background

Hazelett was born in Louisa, Kentucky, USA.[citation needed] Hazelett began training in martial arts as a sophomore in high school and began training Brazilian jiu-jitsu at the age of 16, going on to earn a black belt under Jorge Gurgel. Hazelett has attended Marshall University, and is in progress to earning his bachelor's degree.

Mixed martial arts career

Early career

Hazelett made his professional mixed martial arts debut in 2004 and compiled a record of 10–2 before being signed by the UFC.

Ultimate Fighting Championship

Hazelett made his UFC debut on October 10, 2006, in a submission loss to Tony DeSouza. Hazelett holds notable wins over Josh Burkman via step-over armbar, transitioned from a whizzer takedown at The Ultimate Fighter 7 Finale and Tamdan McCrory due to a reverse armbar at UFC 91. Each spectacular finish earned Hazelett the Submission of the Night award. His impressive submission victory over Josh Burkman earned Hazelett the "Submission of the Year" award from ESPN partner, Sherdog.com. His next fight was expected to be against Ben Saunders at UFC 96, but had to withdraw due to injury. He was expected to make his return against Karo Parisyan on November 21, 2009, at UFC 106. However, the fight was cancelled after Karo Parisyan bowed out of the match the day before weigh-ins. Dana White stated on his Twitter page that Hazelett would be paid both his fight and win bonuses for the fight.

Hazelett would later agree to face Paul Daley at UFC 108 following Carlos Condit's withdrawal. However, Hazelett lost the fight via first-round knockout and was medically suspended shortly after because of an orbital bone injury.

Hazelett was scheduled to make his return against Dan Hardy at UFC 119 after verbal agreements were made. However, Hazelett withdrew from the bout as he was due to get married in September. Hazelett faced Rick Story on August 7, 2010, at UFC 117. Hazelett lost to Story by TKO (punches) at 1:15 of the second round.

Hazelett was unsuccessful in his bid when he dropped to Lightweight when he faced Mark Bocek on December 11, 2010, at UFC 124, losing via triangle choke in the 1st round. On December 20 Hazelett was released by the UFC following a three-fight losing streak.

Hazelett has temporarily put a hold to his MMA career to go back to school.

Personal life

Hazelett and his wife had their first child in 2011. Since his UFC career Dustin has become a full time paramedic in Cabell County WV.

Championships and accomplishments

Mixed martial arts

Mixed martial arts record

Professional record breakdown
19 matches12 wins7 losses
By knockout14
By submission92
By decision21
Res.RecordOpponentMethodEventDateRoundTimeLocationNotes
Loss12–7Mark BocekSubmission (triangle choke/armbar)UFC 124December 11, 201012:33Montreal, Quebec, CanadaReturn to Lightweight
Loss12–6Rick StoryTKO (punches)UFC 117August 7, 201021:15Oakland, California, United States
Loss12–5Paul DaleyKO (punches)UFC 108January 2, 201012:24Las Vegas, Nevada, United StatesCatchweight bout of 172 lbs
Win12–4Tamdan McCrorySubmission (reverse armbar)UFC 91November 15, 200813:59Las Vegas, Nevada, United StatesSubmission of the Night
Win11–4Josh BurkmanSubmission (armbar)The Ultimate Fighter: Team Rampage vs. Team Forrest FinaleJune 21, 200824:46Las Vegas, Nevada, United StatesFight of the Night; Submission of the Night; Submission of the Year
Loss10–4Josh KoscheckKO (head kick and punches)UFC 82March 1, 200821:24Columbus, Ohio, United States
Win10–3Jonathan GouletSubmission (armbar)UFC Fight Night: Thomas vs. FlorianSeptember 19, 200711:14Las Vegas, Nevada, United StatesSubmission of the Night
Win9–3Stevie LynchSubmission (anaconda choke)UFC 72June 16, 200712:50Belfast, Northern Ireland
Win8–3Diego SaraivaDecision (unanimous)UFC 67February 3, 200735:00Las Vegas, Nevada, United StatesLightweight bout
Loss7–3Tony DeSouzaSubmission (kimura)Ortiz vs. Shamrock 3: The Final ChapterOctober 10, 200613:59Hollywood, Florida, United States
Win7–2Chad ReinerKO (punches)Extreme Challenge 70August 26, 200610:07Hayward, Wisconsin, United States
Win6–2Victor MorenoSubmission (armbar)Extreme Challenge 68July 15, 200611:02Hayward, Wisconsin, United States
Win5–2Mike CardosaSubmission (triangle choke)Extreme Challenge 68July 15, 200610:48Hayward, Wisconsin, United States
Win4–2Rhalan GracieDecision (split)GFC: Team Gracie vs Team Hammer HouseMarch 3, 200635:00Columbus, Ohio, United States
Loss3–2Dereck KeasleyDecision (unanimous)Freestyle Fighting Championship 16September 24, 200525:00Tunica, Mississippi, United States
Win3–1John ShackelfordSubmission (rear-naked choke)Freestyle Fighting Championship 16September 24, 200512:42Tunica, Mississippi, United States
Loss2–1Junior AssuncaoTKO (punches)Full Throttle 3July 15, 200514:27Duluth, Georgia, United States
Win2–0Jason IrelandSubmission (triangle choke)Hand 2 Hand CombatJune 17, 20051N/ACanton, Ohio, United States
Win1–0Justin HonsSubmission (armbar)KOTC 42: Buckeye NutsOctober 23, 20041N/ADayton, Ohio, United States

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