Ryan Spann
21
Wins
9
Losses
| Age | 32 years |
| Name | Ryan Spann |
| Nickname | Superman |
| Height | 6 ft 5 in (196 cm) |
| Reach | 81+1⁄2 in (207 cm) |
| Team | Fortis MMA |
| Coach | Sayif Saud |
| Jiu-Jitsu | Blue belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu |
Ryan Jamari Spann is an American mixed martial artist who competes in the Light Heavyweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). Spann began training in martial arts at an early age.
With a passion for combat sports, Spann embarked on his professional MMA journey in 2013. He showcased his skills in various organizations, including the Legacy Fighting Alliance, where he achieved the title of Light Heavyweight Champion. Spann's dedication and hard work in the sport have earned him recognition and respect among his peers and fans alike.
Currently, Spann holds the #11 spot in the UFC light heavyweight rankings.
Ryan Spann MMA record
| Res. | Record | Opponent | Method | Event | Date | Round | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loss | 21–9 | Anthony Smith | Decision (split) | UFC Fight Night: Holloway vs. The Korean Zombie | August 26, 2023 | 3 | 5:00 | |
| Loss | 21–8 | Nikita Krylov | Submission (triangle choke) | UFC Fight Night: Yan vs. Dvalishvili | March 11, 2023 | 1 | 3:38 | Catchweight (215 lb) bout. |
| Win | 21–7 | Dominick Reyes | KO (punches) | UFC 281 | November 12, 2022 | 1 | 1:20 | Catchweight (206.6 lb) bout; Spann missed weight. |
| Win | 20–7 | Ion Cuțelaba | Submission (guillotine choke) | UFC on ESPN: Błachowicz vs. Rakić | May 14, 2022 | 1 | 2:22 | Performance of the Night. |
| Loss | 19–7 | Anthony Smith | Submission (rear-naked choke) | UFC Fight Night: Smith vs. Spann | September 18, 2021 | 1 | 3:47 | |
| Win | 19–6 | Misha Cirkunov | TKO (punches) | UFC Fight Night: Edwards vs. Muhammad | March 13, 2021 | 1 | 1:11 | Performance of the Night. |
| Loss | 18–6 | Johnny Walker | KO (elbows and punches) | UFC Fight Night: Covington vs. Woodley | September 19, 2020 | 1 | 2:43 | |
| Win | 18–5 | Sam Alvey | Decision (split) | UFC 249 | May 9, 2020 | 3 | 5:00 | |
| Win | 17–5 | Devin Clark | Submission (guillotine choke) | UFC Fight Night: Joanna vs. Waterson | October 12, 2019 | 2 | 2:01 | |
| Win | 16–5 | Antônio Rogério Nogueira | KO (punches) | UFC 237 | May 11, 2019 | 1 | 2:07 | |
| Win | 15–5 | Luis Henrique | Decision (unanimous) | UFC Fight Night: Santos vs. Anders | September 22, 2018 | 3 | 5:00 | |
| Win | 14–5 | Emiliano Sordi | Submission (guillotine choke) | Dana White's Contender Series 10 | June 19, 2018 | 1 | 0:26 | |
| Win | 13–5 | Alex Nicholson | KO (punches) | LFA 32 | January 26, 2018 | 1 | 4:24 | Won the vacant LFA Light Heavyweight Championship. |
| Win | 12–5 | Myron Dennis | KO (punches) | LFA 27 | November 10, 2017 | 1 | 3:08 | |
| Win | 11–5 | LeMarcus Tucker | Submission (rear-naked choke) | LFA 23 | September 22, 2017 | 1 | 2:55 | Return to Light Heavyweight. |
| Loss | 10–5 | Karl Roberson | KO (elbows) | Dana White's Contender Series 3 | July 25, 2017 | 1 | 0:15 | |
| Win | 10–4 | Roman Pizzolato | Submission (guillotine choke) | World Fighting Championships 72 | May 13, 2017 | 1 | 0:20 | |
| Loss | 9–4 | Trevin Giles | Decision (split) | LFA 3 | February 10, 2017 | 3 | 5:00 | Return to Middleweight. |
| Loss | 9–3 | Robert Drysdale | Submission (rear-naked choke) | Legacy FC 58 | July 22, 2016 | 2 | 2:58 | For the vacant Legacy FC Light Heavyweight Championship. |
| Win | 9–2 | Aaron Davis | Submission (guillotine choke) | Legacy FC 52 | Mar 25, 2016 | 1 | 2:53 | Return to Light Heavyweight. |
| Loss | 8–2 | Leo Leite | Decision (unanimous) | Legacy FC 48 | Nov 13, 2015 | 5 | 5:00 | For the Legacy FC Middleweight Championship. |
| Win | 8–1 | Larry Crowe | KO (punches) | Legacy FC 42 | June 26, 2015 | 1 | 0:08 | |
| Win | 7–1 | Dwight Gipson | Submission (guillotine choke) | Vengeance Fighting Alliance: Round 5 | May 9, 2015 | 1 | 4:39 | |
| Win | 6–1 | Artenas Young | Submission (guillotine choke) | Fury Fighting 4 | February 13, 2015 | 3 | 2:32 | |
| Loss | 5–1 | Brandon Farran | TKO (punches) | Hero FC: Best of the Best 3 | September 12, 2014 | 1 | 0:21 | Lost the Hero FC Middleweight Championship. |
| Win | 5–0 | Randy McCarty | Decision (unanimous) | Hero FC 1: Best of the Best | February 1, 2014 | 3 | 5:00 | Won the Hero FC Middleweight Championship. |
| Win | 4–0 | Jhonoven Pati | Submission (guillotine choke) | Hero FC: Texas Pride | September 28, 2013 | 1 | 2:32 | |
| Win | 3–0 | Brandon Atkins | Submission (guillotine choke) | Hero FC: Pride of the Valley 2 | June 21, 2013 | 1 | 0:44 | Return to Middleweight. |
| Win | 2–0 | Steven Zamora | Submission (rear-naked choke) | El Orgullo del Valle | March 16, 2013 | 1 | 2:25 | Light Heavyweight debut. |
| Win | 1–0 | Aaron Lebrun | Submission (rear-naked choke) | Vengeance Fighting Alliance: Round 1 | February 16, 2013 | 1 | N/A | Middleweight debut. |
Posts on Ryan Spann
“Bogdan Guskov Is the Evil Anthony Smith”: Ryan Spann Is Stunned to See Anthony Smith’s Doppleganger in the UFC and So Are We- Anthony Smith vs Ryan Spann 2 Scorecards: Pros React After ‘Lionheart’ Steals a Split Decision Win At UFC Singapore
- “Light Heavyweights, You Have a Justin Gaethje” – Ryan Spann Submission Loss at UFC Las Vegas Invites Hilarious Comparisons From Fans
- UFC Las Vegas, Nikita Krylov vs Ryan Spann Prediction and Stats: Who Will Win at UFC Las Vegas?
- UFC Vegas 70 Results: Tatiana Suarez Returns, Main Event Canceled After Fighter Falls Sick, KO at the Buzzer, and More
- UFC Vegas 70: Why Was Nikita Krylov vs Ryan Spann Cancelled?
- UFC Vegas 70: Nikita Krylov vs Ryan Spann Prediction and Stats: Who Will Win at UFC Vegas 70?
- “That’s My Message Back to Him” – Jon Jones “Concerned” About Dominick Reyes’ Health After Brutal KO Loss at UFC 281
- “The Bronze Bomber of the UFC” – Ryan Spann Compared to Deontay Wilder After Brutal KO of Dominick Reyes With a Jab at UFC 281
- “UFC Has Really Disrespected” – Fans in Disbelief After UFC’s Harsh Treatment of Dominick Reyes
