Mark Eddiva

Mark Eddiva
Born (1986-02-16) February 16, 1986 (age 38)
Baguio, Philippines
NationalityFilipino
Height5 ft 8 in (1.73 m)
Weight145 lb (66 kg; 10.4 st)
DivisionFeatherweight
Reach68.0 in (173 cm)[1]
StyleSanshou
StanceOrthodox
Fighting out ofBaguio, Philippines
TeamTeam Lakay
Years active2006–2016
Mixed martial arts record
Total9
Wins6
By knockout3
By submission2
By decision1
Losses3
By knockout1
By submission1
By decision1
Other information
Mixed martial arts record from Sherdog
Mark Eddiva
Medal record
Representing  Philippines
Men's Wushu
SEA Games
Gold medal – first place 2009 Vientiane 70 kg
Gold medal – first place 2011 Jakarta 70 kg
Asian Games
Bronze medal – third place 2010 Guangzhou 65 kg
World Championships
Bronze medal – third place 2011 Ankara 70kg

Mark Eddiva (born February 16, 1986) is a reputed former Filipino wushu Champion and former mixed martial artist who competed in the featherweight division. He is known for having competed in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC).[2] He is of Igorot descent.[3]

Mixed martial arts career

Eddiva made his professional debut in 2006 competing as a featherweight in regional promotions primarily in the Philippines. He compiled a record of 5–0, finishing all of his opponents before signing with the UFC in early 2014.[4]

Ultimate Fighting Championship

Eddiva made his promotional debut against Jumabieke Tuerxun on March 1, 2014, at The Ultimate Fighter: China Finale.[5] Eddiva controlled Tuerxun on the feet and on the ground en route to a unanimous decision.[6]

Eddiva later faced Kevin Souza on May 31, 2014, at The Ultimate Fighter Brazil 3 Finale.[7] Souza won the fight via TKO due to punches near the end of the second round.[8] The back and forth action earned by participants Fight of the Night honors.[9]

Eddiva was linked to a fight with Mike De La Torre on November 8, 2014, at UFC Fight Night 55. However, the pairing was cancelled after both fighters suffered injuries leading up to the event.[10]

Eddiva was expected to face Alex White on May 16, 2015, at UFC Fight Night 66.[11] However, on April 26, it was announced that White suffered an undisclosed injury and was forced out of the bout.[12] White was replaced by promotional newcomer Levan Makashvili.[13] Eddiva lost the fight via split decision.

Eddiva faced Dan Hooker on March 20, 2016, at UFC Fight Night 85.[14] He lost the fight via submission in the first round and was subsequently released from the promotion.[15]

Championships and accomplishments

Mixed martial arts record

Professional record breakdown
9 matches 6 wins 3 losses
By knockout 3 1
By submission 2 1
By decision 1 1
Res. Record Opponent Method Event Date Round Time Location Notes
Loss 6–3 Dan Hooker Submission (guillotine choke) UFC Fight Night: Hunt vs. Mir March 20, 2016 1 1:24 Brisbane, Australia
Loss 6–2 Levan Makashvili Decision (split) UFC Fight Night: Edgar vs. Faber May 16, 2015 3 5:00 Pasay, Philippines
Loss 6–1 Kevin Souza TKO (punches) The Ultimate Fighter Brazil 3 Finale: Miocic vs. Maldonado May 31, 2014 2 4:52 São Paulo, Brazil Fight of the Night.
Win 6–0 Jumabieke Tuerxun Decision (unanimous) The Ultimate Fighter China Finale: Kim vs. Hathaway March 1, 2014 3 5:00 Macau, SAR, China
Win 5–0 Alex Lee Submission (rear-naked choke) Legend Fighting Championship 4 January 27, 2011 1 4:22 Hong Kong, SAR, China
Win 4–0 Engie Piloto Submission (rear-naked choke) URCC Cebu 4: Proving Ground June 20, 2009 1 3:44 Mandaue, Philippines
Win 3–0 Alvin Clerino TKO (punches) Sambo Combat Championship 1 March 14, 2009 1 N/A Manila, Philippines
Win 2–0 Duke Villanueva TKO (punches) FFC - Relentless March 10, 2007 1 N/A Pasig, Philippines
Win 1–0 Andrew Benibe TKO (punches) FFC - Qualifying April 15, 2006 2 N/A Pasig, Philippines

See also

References

  1. ^ "Fight Card - UFC Fight Night Edgar vs. Faber". UFC. Retrieved May 16, 2015.
  2. ^ "Mark Eddiva". UFC. Retrieved 2014-03-01.
  3. ^ Carpio, Gerry (December 19, 2009). "Old master fuels wushu resurgence in Baguio". The Philippine Star. Retrieved 8 December 2024.
  4. ^ Zane Simon (February 6, 2014). "UFC adds two new featherweight fighters, Mark Eddiva and Douglas D'Silva". bloodyelbow.com. Retrieved February 6, 2014.
  5. ^ Wesley De Souza (2014-02-08). "Team Lakay's Mark Eddiva to face China's hottest prospect Jumabieke Tuerxun at UFC Macau". thefightnation.com. Retrieved 2014-02-08.
  6. ^ Dann Stupp (1 March 2014). "TUF China Finale results: Mark Eddiva easily controls, upsets Jumabieke Tuerxun". MMAjunkie.com. Retrieved 24 October 2014.
  7. ^ Jason Floyd (2014-03-26). "Kevin Souza vs. Mark Eddiva added to UFC Fight Night on May 31st in Brazil". themmareport.com. Retrieved 2014-03-26.
  8. ^ Matt Erickson (31 May 2014). "TUF Brazil 3 Finale results, photos: Kevin Souza batters Mark Eddiva for TKO". MMAjunkie.com. Retrieved 31 May 2014.
  9. ^ Staff (2014-06-01). "TUF Brazil 3 Finale bonuses: Miocic, Alves, Souza, Eddiva win $50,000". mmajunkie.com. Retrieved 2014-06-01.
  10. ^ Mike@fightnewsaustralia (2014-10-14). "UFC Fight Night: Rockhold vs Bisping lineup finalised for Sydney". fightnewsaustralia.com. Archived from the original on 2014-10-24. Retrieved 2014-10-14.
  11. ^ Staff (2015-02-23). "Mark Eddiva vs. Alex White added to UFC Fight Night 66 in Philippines". MMAjunkie.com. Retrieved 2015-02-23.
  12. ^ Staff (2015-04-26). "Alex White out of UFC Fight Night 66 bout with Mark Eddiva; replacement sought". mmajunkie.com. Retrieved 2015-04-26.
  13. ^ Staff (2015-05-01). "Levan Makashvili to face Mark Eddiva in UFC Fight Night Manila: Edgar vs. Faber". sports.abs-cbn.com. Retrieved 2015-05-01.
  14. ^ Clay Wilson (2016-01-28). "Daniel Hooker added to UFC Brisbane to make it three Kiwi fighters on card". stuff.co.nz. Retrieved 2016-01-28.
  15. ^ Ben Fowlkes (2016-03-19). "UFC Fight Night 85 results: Dan Hooker masterfully chokes out Mark Eddiva in 84 seconds". mmajunkie.com. Retrieved 2016-03-19.