Neil Magny, who goes by the moniker ‘The Haitian Sensation’, was born on August 3, 1987, in Brooklyn, New York City, to immigrant parents from Haiti. He is a mixed martial artist who is a veteran fighter in UFC's welterweight division (170 lbs). A well-conditioned fighter with a great reach advantage and technicality in grappling, Magny has quickly become one of the most active and busiest fighters on the UFC’s roster. He also holds the record for the most wins in the UFC’s welterweight division since the promotion’s inception (22).
After his UFC debut in 2013, Magny has amassed many wins over fierce opponents including UFC veterans such as Carlos Condit, Johny Hendricks, and former champion Robbie Lawler. Magny's 80-inch reach has factored as an important weapon in his fighting arsenal, allowing him to keep a safe distance from his opponents and thus outmaneuver them. As of November 5, 2024, Magny holds a record of 29 wins and 12 losses (29-12-0) and his next outing is against the rising prospect, Carlos Prates, at UFC Fight Night 247 on November 9, 2024.
Neil Magny Fighting Style
Neil Magny is a versatile fighter who mixes both striking and wrestling in his fights. Magny’s fighting style strongly emphasizes reach management, endurance, and adaptability. As a 6'3" welterweight with an 80-inch reach, Magny, more often than not uses that range to keep a safe distance from his opponents, using his jab and kicks to control the pace of the fight.
In grappling, Magny averages a 40% takedown accuracy which has helped him gain dominant positions on the ground, leading to submissions. Such a mix of striking and grappling skills serves him well in high-pressure situations, especially in longer fights where he can take advantage of his condition to outlast his opponents.
Neil Magny UFC Finishes
As of November 2024, Neil Magny has eight finishes in the UFC, which includes six knockouts and two submissions. His most notable finishes are against Mike Malott, Paul Craig, and Daniel Rodriguez.
| Record | Opponent | Method | Event | Date | Round | Time | Location |
| 29–11 | Mike Malott | TKO (punches) | UFC 297 | January 20, 2024 | 3 | 4:45 | Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
| 27–9 | Daniel Rodriguez | Submission (brabo choke) | UFC Fight Night: Rodriguez vs. Lemos | November 5, 2022 | 3 | 3:32 | Las Vegas, Nevada, United States |
| 21–6 | Craig White | KO (knee and punches) | UFC Fight Night: Thompson vs. Till | May 27, 2018 | 1 | 4:32 | Liverpool, England |
| 18–4 | Héctor Lombard | TKO (punches) | UFC Fight Night: Hunt vs. Mir | March 20, 2016 | 3 | 0:46 | Brisbane, Australia |
| 15–3 | Lim Hyun-gyu | TKO (punches) | UFC Fight Night: Edgar vs. Faber | May 16, 2015 | 2 | 1:24 | Pasay, Philippines |
| 14–3 | Kiichi Kunimoto | Submission (rear-naked choke) | UFC Fight Night: Henderson vs. Thatch | February 14, 2015 | 3 | 1:22 | Broomfield, Colorado, United States |
| 13–3 | William Macário | TKO (punches) | UFC 179 | October 25, 2014 | 3 | 2:40 | Rio de Janeiro, Brazil |
| 11–3 | Rodrigo de Lima | KO (punches) | UFC Fight Night: Te Huna vs. Marquardt | June 28, 2014 | 2 | 2:32 | Auckland, New Zealand |
FAQs
A. Neil Magny uses a mixed style of fighting, utilizing both striking and wrestling.
A. Neil Magny’s primary strength lies in striking over wrestling.
A. As of November 5, 2024, Neil Magny holds a professional MMA record of 29 wins and 12 losses (29-12-0).
A. Neil Magny is scheduled to fight Carlos Prates on November 9, 2024, at UFC Fight Night 247.
