Learn more about Shane Burgos's UFC history, fighter facts, and Q&A below.
Fighter Facts
- Pro since 2013
- Five wins by KO, five by submission (3 RNC, guillotine, armbar) – has finished all but three of his wins
- Has won three of his last five
- Six first round finishes
UFC History
UFC 262 (5/15/21) Burgos was stopped by Edson Barboza via strikes at 1:16 of the third round
UFC on ESPN (6/20/20) Burgos lost a three round unanimous decision to Josh Emmett
UFC 244 (11/2/19) Burgos stopped Makwan Amirkhani via strikes at 4:32 of the third round
UFC Fight Night (5/4/19) Burgos won a three round split decision over Cub Swanson
UFC 230 (11/3/18) Burgos submitted Kurt Holobaugh via armbar at 2:11 of the first round
UFC 220 (1/20/18) Burgos was stopped by Calvin Kattar via strikes at :32 of the third round
UFC on FOX (7/22/17) Burgos won a three round unanimous decision over Godofredo Pepey
UFC 210 (4/8/17) Burgos stopped Charles Rosa via strikes at 1:59 of the third round
UFC Fight Night (12/9/16) Burgos won a three round unanimous decision over Tiago Trator
Q&A
When and why did you start training for fighting? It was love at first sight. From the first time I saw a UFC fight I was instantly hooked and knew I wanted to learn mixed martial arts. A few weeks later I started at a local Tiger Schulmann's school and the rest is history.
What ranks and titles have you held? Black belt in Tiger Schulmann's Martial Arts, multiple time NAGA grappling medalist, two amateur MMA titles in separate weight divisions.
What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? It’s literally a dream come true, as cliché as it sounds. I've dreamed of being here since I was 14 years old and now I'm here. I plan on seizing this opportunity. This means the world to me.
What was your job before you started fighting? Martial arts instructor. I still teach to this day in New Windsor, NY.
Specific accomplishments in amateur competition? 7-0 with five finishes and two titles in two different weight classes.
Favorite grappling technique: Triangle choke
Favorite Striking technique: Low kicks
