The 39-year-old American fighter Derrick Lewis has always been a fan favorite because of his punching power, showmanship, and tribal celebration inside the octagon. Despite having a fighting style considered to be that of a brawler by the majority, Lewis has been able to engage and entertain the audience, who keep a close eye on his fights.
Starting his professional career in 2010, ‘The Black Beast’ has a record of 28 wins, 12 losses, and one no-contest as of October 2024. Derrick Lewis has secured 23 of his 28 wins via knockout, 1 via submission, and 4 via decision. He also has a record for the most number of knockouts in the history of the Ultimate Fighting Championship, along with 9 first-round finishes. Derrick Lewis is a former Legacy FC heavyweight champion and has been able to defend the title once before leaving the promotion to join the Ultimate Fighting Championship. Lewis signed a multi-fight contract with the UFC in 2013 and made his debut against Jack May at UFC on Fox 11 on April 19, 2014. He won the bout via TKO at 4:23 in the first round at the Amway Center in Orlando, Florida, United States.
Derrick Lewis' Next Fight
Derrick Lewis is slated to return to action to take on Jhonata Diniz on November 2, 2024, at Rogers Place in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. The duo will lock horns with each other in an exciting heavyweight showdown on the main card of UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs. Albazi.
Derrick Lewis Record
Derrick Lewis has a professional mixed martial arts record of 28 wins, 12 losses, and 1 no-contest as of October 2024. He also holds the record for the most knockouts in UFC history (15).
| 41 matches | 28 wins | 12 losses |
| By knockout | 22 | 7 |
| By submission | 1 | 2 |
| By decision | 4 | 3 |
| No contests | 1 | |
Jhonata Diniz's Record
Jhonata Diniz has a clinical professional mixed martial arts record of eight wins and no losses as of October 2024.
| 8 matches | 8 wins | 0 losses |
| By knockout | 7 | 0 |
| By decision | 1 | 0 |
Derrick Lewis' Last Fight
In his most recent outing to the octagon, Derrick Lewis locked horns with Rodrigo Nascimento at UFC Fight Night: St. Louis on May 11, 2024. Lewis won the bout via a TKO in the third round of the fight.
*Last updated on October 31, 2024.
FAQs on Derrick Lewis Next Fight
A. Derrick Lewis will take on Jhonata Diniz in his upcoming fight.
A. Derrick Lewis' next fight will take place in Alberta, Edmonton in Canada.
A. Derrick Lewis extended his most number of knockout wins in the history of the Ultimate Fighting Championship by 15.
A. Derrick Lewis is currently the No. 11 ranked fighter in the heavyweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
A. Derrick Lewis faced Rodrigo Nascimento in his most recent fight.
