Jimmie Rivera
UFC 2015–present · rated in 3 editions · peak overall 82.0
Scouting report
A 20-fight career winning streak propelled Jimmie "El Terror" Rivera into the bantamweight elite as a high-volume pocket technician. Born in Ramsey, New Jersey, and training under Team Tiger Schulmann, Rivera notched wins over Urijah Faber and John Dodson behind tight boxing defense and hand speed. His technical approach is driven by an 88 Cardio pace and 86 Boxing combinations.
Peak ratings
By edition
Rivera compiled an undefeated UFC start across 2016 and 2017, defeating Urijah Faber at UFC 203 in Cleveland and defeating Thomas Almeida by unanimous decision on Long Island. His compact boxing, takedown defense, and footwork are reflected in an 86 Boxing and 88 Cardio rating across both victories.
In 2018 and 2019, Rivera dropped a knockout loss to Marlon Moraes and decisions to Aljamain Sterling and Petr Yan at UFC 238 in Chicago, while earning a unanimous decision over John Dodson at UFC 228 in Dallas. His boxing discipline, head movement, and durability in pocket exchanges anchor his 84 Boxing and 82 Durability ratings across these matchups.
Rivera defeated Cody Stamann by unanimous decision on Fight Island in July 2020 before dropping a decision in a rematch with Pedro Munhoz at UFC Fight Night 186 in February 2021 in Las Vegas. His boxing fundamentals, low leg kicks, and counter-striking support his 83 Boxing and 82 Fight IQ scores across these matchups.
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