John Moraga
UFC 2012–present · rated in 2 editions · peak overall 78.0
Scouting report
John Moraga, an NCAA Division I wrestler at Arizona State University, earned a title challenge against Demetrious Johnson early in the flyweight division's history. Born in Phoenix, Arizona, Moraga built his game around pocket boxing and guillotine chokes, reflected in an 82 Cardio and 78 Boxing.
Peak ratings
By edition
Moraga entered the UFC flyweight scene with a knockout of Ulysses Gomez and a submission of Chris Cariaso via guillotine choke, earning a title shot against Demetrious Johnson at UFC on Fox 8 in July 2013. Despite being submitted in the fifth round, Moraga rebounded with a decision over Dustin Ortiz. His finishing instincts and boxing are reflected in his 78 Boxing and 82 Cardio.
In 2014 and 2015, Moraga posted submission wins over Justin Scoggins and Willie Gates, while dropping a stoppage loss to John Dodson and a decision to Joseph Benavidez at UFC 187. His front chokes, counter-striking, and top pressure against contenders are reflected in his 78 Boxing and 78 Wrestling.
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