Dustin Kimura (born May 21, 1989) is an American mixed martial artist, who formerly competed in the Bantamweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship.

Background

Kimura went to Kalani High School and then attended Honolulu Community College for Welding Technology. Dustin currently trains at Gracie Technics Honolulu.

MMA career

Early career

Kimura compiled a 9–0 professional record before signing with the UFC.

Ultimate Fighting Championship

Kimura made his promotional debut against Chico Camus on February 2, 2013, at UFC 156. He won the fight via submission in the third round.

In his second fight with the promotion, Kimura faced Mitch Gagnon on September 21, 2013, at UFC 165. He lost the fight via submission, resulting in the first loss of his professional MMA career.

Kimura faced promotional newcomer Jon Delos Reyes on January 4, 2014, at UFC Fight Night 34. He won the fight via submission in the first round.

Kimura faced George Roop on April 16, 2014, at The Ultimate Fighter Nations Finale. He lost the fight via unanimous decision.

Kimura was expected to face Ian Entwistle on September 5, 2014, at UFC Fight Night 50. However, Entwistle pulled out of the bout citing an injury. Subsequently, Kimura was paired with Chris Beal at the event. In turn, Kimura also pulled out of the bout and was replaced by Tateki Matsuda.

Kimura faced promotional newcomer Henry Cejudo on December 13, 2014, at UFC on Fox 13. He lost the fight by unanimous decision, and was subsequently released from the promotion shortly after.

Mixed martial arts record

Professional record breakdown
14 matches11 wins3 losses
By knockout20
By submission81
By decision12
Res.RecordOpponentMethodEventDateRoundTimeLocationNotes
Loss11–3Henry CejudoDecision (unanimous)UFC on Fox: dos Santos vs. MiocicDecember 13, 201435:00Phoenix, Arizona, United States
Loss11–2George RoopDecision (unanimous)The Ultimate Fighter Nations Finale: Bisping vs. KennedyApril 16, 201435:00Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
Win11–1Jon delos ReyesSubmission (armbar)UFC Fight Night: Saffiedine vs. LimJanuary 4, 201412:13Marina Bay, Singapore
Loss10–1Mitch GagnonTechnical Submission (guillotine choke)UFC 165September 21, 201314:05Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Win10–0Chico CamusSubmission (rear-naked choke)UFC 156February 2, 201331:50Las Vegas, Nevada, United StatesCatchweight (139.5 lbs) bout; Kimura missed weight.
Win9–0Guy DelumeauKO (punch)Pacific Xtreme Combat 34November 17, 201234:44Quezon City, Philippines
Win8–0Damaso PereiraTKO (punches)Destiny MMA - Na Koa 1September 8, 201221:48Honolulu, Hawaii, United States
Win7–0Toby MisechSubmission (rear-naked choke)King of the Cage: Ali'isJuly 14, 201214:07Honolulu, Hawaii, United States
Win6–0Eddie PerrellsSubmission (achilles lock)X-1 and Destiny - CrossfireAugust 13, 201112:49Wailuku, Hawaii, United States
Win5–0Kurrent CockettSubmission (armbar)X-1 - Champions 3March 12, 201112:58Wailuku, Hawaii, United States
Win4–0Sadhu BottDecision (unanimous)X-1 - Island PrideApril 11, 201335:00Wailuku, Hawaii, United States
Win3–0Chris WillemsSubmission (triangle choke)X-1 - HeroesSeptember 11, 201012:55Wailuku, Hawaii, United States
Win2–0Spencer HigaSubmission (guillotine choke)X-1 - Nations CollideJune 4, 201020:57Wailuku, Hawaii, United States
Win1–0Jake NobleSubmission (rear-naked choke)Destiny MMA - Maui No Ka'oiAugust 22, 200921:20Wailuku, Hawaii, United States

Amateur mixed martial arts record

Professional record breakdown
3 matches3 wins0 losses
By submission20
By decision10
Res.RecordOpponentMethodEventDateRoundTimeLocationNotes
Win3–0Jon BarnardSubmission (rear-naked choke)Destiny MMA - Bad BloodMay 2, 20091N/AWaipahu, Hawaii, United States
Win2–0Vernon PerengitSubmission (rear-naked choke)Destiny MMA - The 2nd ComingFebruary 21, 200921:02Waipahu, Hawaii, United States
Win1–0Elijah MannersDecision (unanimous)X-1 - Fight Club Meets Night Club 5November 21, 200823:00Honolulu, Hawaii, United StatesAmateur MMA debut

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