Welterweight

Sean Brady

UFC 2020–present · rated in 3 editions · peak overall 86.0

Scouting report

Originating from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and representing Daniel Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Sean Brady emerged as a physically imposing grappler at 170 pounds. Brady stamped his contender status with UFC wins over Gilbert Burns, Kelvin Gastelum, and Michael Chiesa behind kimura grips and chain takedowns, verified by an 83 Wrestling and 80 BJJ, powering an 84 Overall grade.

Peak ratings

Boxing81
Kickboxing76
Wrestling93
BJJ92
Strength87
Durability85
Cardio90
Fight IQ86

By edition

2020–2022Overall 84
Boxing78
Kickboxing74
Wrestling91
BJJ90
Strength86
Durability84
Cardio86
Fight IQ84

Brady put together an undefeated 15-0 promotional start between 2020 and 2021, submitting Christian Aguilera with a guillotine choke in Las Vegas, submitting Jake Matthews with an arm-triangle at UFC 259, and defeating top contender Michael Chiesa by unanimous decision at UFC Fight Night 198. His top control, back mounts, and wrestling are reflected in an 91 Wrestling and 86 Cardio.

2023–2024Overall 86
Boxing81
Kickboxing76
Wrestling93
BJJ92
Strength87
Durability85
Cardio90
Fight IQ86

After suffering his first career defeat against Belal Muhammad in Abu Dhabi, Brady rebounded in December 2023 in Austin, putting on a grappling clinic to submit former title challenger Kelvin Gastelum with a third-round kimura. His Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt transitions, wrestling pressure, and physical strength anchor his 93 Wrestling and 92 BJJ.

2025–presentOverall 86
Boxing81
Kickboxing76
Wrestling93
BJJ92
Strength87
Durability85
Cardio90
Fight IQ86

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