Steven Siler (2005)

[2] professional mixed martial artist for the UFC, The Ultimate Fighter 14 competitor[3]

What is Steven Siler (2005) known for?

Steven Siler, born on February 15, 1987 in Anaheim, California, is a well-known figure in the world of mixed martial arts. Mostly known for his involvement in the Lightweight and Featherweight divisions, Siler is currently associated with the Professional Fighters League. He began his professional MMA career in 2005 after graduating from Weber High School in Ogden, Utah, where he moved at a young age.

Throughout his career, Siler has trained with a number of reputable teams, such as Absolute MMA, MMA Lab, and The Pit Elevated Fight Team. His fighting record is impressive with a total of 60 fights, out of which he claimed victory in 33. He won by knockout six times, by submission 18 times, by decision eight times, and once by disqualification.

One of his most noteworthy appearances was on Spike TV's The Ultimate Fighter: Team Bisping vs. Team Miller, where he was a spirited competitor. Despite not making it to the semi-finals, his performance earned him a contract with the UFC, where he continued his MMA career and faced several renowned fighters.

His first bout post-TUF was with Josh Clopton at The Ultimate Fighter 14 Finale, which he won via unanimous decision. Later, he faced Mike Brown at UFC Fight Night 26, claiming a thrilling victory just 50 seconds into the first round. However, like any fighter, Siler has had his share of losses as well, with 26 losses recorded in his career so far.

Off the ring, Steven Siler boasts a winning streak of nine fights, including wins over Bellator veterans Travis Marx and Nick Mamalis. But his career hasn't been without challenges. He lost his fight against future UFC featherweight title challenger, Chad Mendes, within the first minute of round one. Nevertheless, he bounced back and claimed the featherweight title at Throwdown MMA.

Overall, Steven Siler's career in mixed martial arts demonstrates persistence, skill, and the will to succeed no matter the odds. His journey from Weber High School to the Professional Fighters League is an inspiration for many aspiring fighters.

For more information on Steven Siler's matches, check out his MMA record on Sherdog.