Nationality Filipino Height 5 ft 8 in (1.73 m) Name Mark Eddiva | Role Mixed Martial Artist Reach 68.0 in (173 cm) | |
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Weight 145 lb (66 kg; 10.4 st) Profiles | ||
Alex lee hong kong and mark eddiva s philippines mma debut at legend 4
Mark Eddiva (born February 16, 1986) is a Filipino mixed martial artist and wushu Champion who competes in the Featherweight division. Eddiva was formerly signed with the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
Contents
- Alex lee hong kong and mark eddiva s philippines mma debut at legend 4
- UFC Pinoy champ Mark Eddiva MMA clinic Manila
- Mixed martial arts career
- Ultimate Fighting Championship
- Championships and accomplishments
- References
UFC Pinoy champ Mark Eddiva MMA clinic Manila
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.
Ultimate Fighting Championship
Eddiva made his promotional debut against Jumabieke Tuerxun on March 1, 2014 at The Ultimate Fighter: China Finale. Eddiva controlled Tuerxun on the feet and on the ground en route to a unanimous decision.
Eddiva later faced Kevin Souza on May 31, 2014, at The Ultimate Fighter Brazil 3 Finale. Souza won the fight via TKO due to punches near the end of the second round. The back and forth action earned by participants Fight of the Night honors.
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.
Eddiva was expected to face Alex White on May 16, 2015 at UFC Fight Night 66. However, on April 26, it was announced that White suffered an undisclosed injury and was forced out of the bout. White was replaced by promotional newcomer Levan Makashvili. Eddiva lost the fight via split decision.
Eddiva faced Dan Hooker on March 20, 2016 at UFC Fight Night 85. He lost the fight via submission in the first round and was subsequently released from the promotion.