Willie van Rooyen
“ White Lion ”
Willie van Rooyen is a South African mixed martial artist with a professional record of 8-1 across 9 bouts. They've won 5 by KO/TKO, 1 by submission and 2 by decision — a 75 % finish rate. Most wins come by KO/TKO. Last competed March 2026 (active). Has fought most often in South Africa (12 bouts).
Fight locations (1 venues)
Career timeline — fights by year
Frequently asked
What is Willie van Rooyen's MMA record?
Willie van Rooyen has a professional MMA record of 8-1 — 5 wins by KO/TKO, 1 by submission, 2 by decision.
How does Willie van Rooyen usually win?
They most often win by KO/TKO (5 of 8 wins).
How does Willie van Rooyen usually lose?
Most of Willie van Rooyen's losses come by submission (1 of 1).
Is Willie van Rooyen still active?
Willie van Rooyen last competed in March 2026, and is considered active (no bout in over two years).
What is Willie van Rooyen's fastest finish?
KO/TKO of Kleberson Sousa in 0:37 (Rd 1) at EFC 123 - EFC Worldwide 123.
Where is Willie van Rooyen from?
Willie van Rooyen is a South African mixed martial artist.
What is Willie van Rooyen's longest MMA win streak?
Willie van Rooyen's longest winning run on record is 7 straight victories.
Where does Willie van Rooyen rank in MMA?
Willie van Rooyen sits at #5,209 of 32,631 fighters in the Fight Forensics global MMA rankings.
Pro MMA (9)
Amateur (7)
Amateur bouts — not counted toward the pro record.