Justin Jaynes

Justin Michael Jaynes (born August 10, 1989)[1] is an American mixed martial artist. A professional since 2008, he currently competes in the Featherweight division in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). He was the formal Warrior Xtreme Cagefighting (WXC) Lightweight champion.

Justin Jaynes
BornJustin Michael Jaynes
(1989-08-10) August 10, 1989
Richmond, Michigan United States
Other namesGuitar Hero
NationalityAmerican
Height5 ft 8 in (1.73 m)
Weight156 lb (71 kg; 11 st 2 lb)
DivisionFeatherweight
Reach67.5 in (171 cm)
Fighting out ofLas Vegas, Nevada, United States
TeamXtreme Couture
TrainerDennis Davis
Years active2008–present
Mixed martial arts record
Total21
Wins16
By knockout8
By submission5
By decision2
By disqualification1
Losses5
By submission1
By decision4
UniversityOlivet College

Background

Jaynes placed second at the 2005 Michigan High School state wrestling tournament, losing to Drakkar Klose in the finals.[2] Jaynes then continued his wrestling career at Olivet College.[3]

Mixed martial arts career

Early career

Jaynes fought in various regional circuits and fought multiple times overseas. He also made one appearance in Bellator. Jaynes won the WXC Lightweight title[4] and made one successful defense before leaving for the UFC.[5]

Ultimate Fighting Championship

After a cornerman for Matt Frevola tested positive for COVID-19,[6] Jaynes stepped in to fight Frank Camacho on three days notice. Jaynes knocked Camacho out in the first round.[7][8] He earned Performance of the Night honors.[9][10]

Jaynes faced Gavin Tucker at UFC Fight Night 174.[11] He lost the fight via a rear-naked choke in round three.[12]

Personal life

Jaynes is a coach at Xtreme Couture MMA in Las Vegas.[13]

Championships and accomplishments
  • Warrior Xtreme Cagefighting
    • 'Warrior Xtreme Cagefighting Lightweight Champion[4][5]

Mixed martial arts record
Professional record breakdown
21 matches 16 wins 5 losses
By knockout 8 0
By submission 5 1
By decision 2 4
By disqualification 1 0
Res. Record Opponent Method Event Date Round Time Location Notes
Loss 16–5 Gavin Tucker Submission (rear-naked choke) UFC Fight Night: Lewis vs. Oleinik August 8, 2020 3 1:43 Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Win 16–4 Frank Camacho TKO (punches) UFC on ESPN: Blaydes vs. Volkov June 20, 2020 1 0:41 Las Vegas, Nevada, United States Performance of the Night honors
Win 15–4 James Warfield-Lane TKO (punches) WXC 78: Warrior Wednesday 3 May 29, 2020 1 2:05 Southgate, Michigan, United States WXC Title Defense
Win 14–4 Brandon Noble Submission (guillotine choke) WXC 75: Night of Champions 11 February 1, 2020 1 3:59 Southgate, Michigan, United States WXC Title Fight
Win 13–4 Deven Brown Submission (guillotine choke) WXC 72: Inferno June 15, 2019 1 1:31 Southgate, Michigan, United States
Win 12–4 Abdul Sami Wali DQ (fence grabbing) SFL 2018 February 24, 2018 1 4:21 Mumbai, India
Loss 11–4 Tommy Aaron Decision (unanimous) Rumble on the Water 3 September 9, 2017 3 5:00 Long Beach, California, United States
Win 11–3 Jacob Rosales Submission (guillotine choke) FCOC 46 April 6, 2017 2 5:00 Costa Mesa, California, United States
Win 10–3 Troy Lamson Decision (unanimous) Total Warrior Combat May 14, 2016 5 5:00 Lansing, Michigan, United States
Win 9–3 Chase Caldwell TKO (doctor stoppage) XFS: Payback September 19, 2015 1 1:42 Valley Center, California, United States
Win 8–3 Marcus Lamarr TKO (punches) XFS: Heat July 11, 2015 1 0:52 Valley Center, California, United States
Win 7–3 Erick Lozano Decision (unanimous) Big John’s MMA May 16, 2015 3 5:00 Manistee, Michigan, United States
Loss 6–3 Jesse Gross Decision (split) Provincial FC 3 October 18, 2014 3 5:00 London, Ontario, Canada
Win 6–2 Ruben Baraiac TKO (punches) Bellator 124 September 12, 2014 1 4:17 Plymouth Township, Michigan, United States
Loss 5–2 Jimmy Spicuzza Decision (unanimous) WSOF 10: Branch vs. Taylor June 21, 2014 3 5:00 Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Win 5–1 John Schultz TKO (punches) TWC Pro Series April 26, 2014 1 4:54 Lansing, Michigan, United States
Win 4–1 Andrew Hellner Submission (rear-naked choke) TXC Legends 2 October 19, 2013 2 2:48 Mt. Clemens, Michigan, United States
Loss 3–1 Robby Ostovich Decision (unanimous) Destiny MMA August 24, 2013 3 5:00 Honolulu, Hawaii, United States
Win 3–0 Mickey Miller Submission Rage in the Cage 2 August 2, 2013 1 1:30 Paisley, Scotland
Win 2–0 Justin Zeno KO (punches) TWC Pro Series 18 May 18, 2013 1 0:35 Lansing, Michigan, United States
Win 1–0 Rick Ogden Submission (rear-naked choke) Big John’s MMA March 15, 2013 1 1:09 Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, United States

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References
  1. Mixed martial arts show results Date: August 8, 2020
  2. "Who UFC on ESPN winners want next and how likely they are to get them". MMA Junkie.
  3. "Michigan's Justin Jaynes wins UFC debut". The Detroit News.
  4. Heck, Mike (2020-06-18). "With Matt Frevola out, Frank Camacho welcomes newcomer Justin Jaynes at UFC on ESPN 11". MMA Fighting. Retrieved 2020-08-08.
  5. Fortune, Ryan (2019-05-29). "WXC 78: Warrior Wednesday 3 Live Results". Cageside Press. Retrieved 2020-08-08.
  6. "Matt Frevola off UFC card after cornerman tests positive for coronavirus". ESPN.
  7. "All fighter payouts from UFC on ESPN 11". Bleacher Report.
  8. "Justin Jaynes enjoys UFC experience". Macomb Daily.
  9. "UFC on ESPN 11 bonuses". Yahoo Sports.
  10. "UFC on ESPN 11 Payouts: Jim Miller leads the way". Forbes.
  11. UFC adds Gavin Tucker vs Justin Jaynes to August 8 event, MMA Junkie
  12. Doherty, Dan (2020-08-08). "UFC Vegas 6 Results: Gavin Tucker Batters, Submits Justin Jaynes". Cageside Press. Retrieved 2020-08-08.
  13. "Welcome to the UFC Justin Jaynes". Cage Side Press.
  14. Sherdog.com. "Justin". Sherdog. Retrieved 2020-06-24.
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