Roy Nelson
“ Big Country ”
Standout achievements
Roy Nelson is an American mixed martial artist with a professional record of 24-20 across 44 bouts. They've won 15 by KO/TKO, 5 by submission and 4 by decision — a 83 % finish rate. Most wins come by KO/TKO. Last competed November 2023 (inactive). Has fought most often in United States (39 bouts).
Fight locations (19 venues)
Career timeline — fights by year
Frequently asked
What is Roy Nelson's MMA record?
Roy Nelson has a professional MMA record of 24-20 — 15 wins by KO/TKO, 5 by submission, 4 by decision.
How does Roy Nelson usually win?
They most often win by KO/TKO (15 of 24 wins).
How does Roy Nelson usually lose?
Most of Roy Nelson's losses come by decision (17 of 20).
Is Roy Nelson still active?
Roy Nelson last competed in November 2023, and is considered inactive (no bout in over two years).
What is Roy Nelson's fastest finish?
KO/TKO of Stefan Struve in 0:39 (Rd 1) at UFC Fight Night 21 - Florian vs. Gomi.
Where is Roy Nelson from?
Roy Nelson is a American mixed martial artist.
What is Roy Nelson's longest MMA win streak?
Roy Nelson's longest winning run on record is 6 straight victories.
Where does Roy Nelson rank in MMA?
Roy Nelson sits at #2,712 of 32,631 fighters in the Fight Forensics global MMA rankings.
Pro MMA (44)
Exhibition (3)
Exhibition / cross-discipline bouts (e.g. boxing) — not counted toward the pro record.