Challenges in the Life of Drew Dober in a Detailed Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 7, 2026

Life is full of challenges, and Drew Dober faced many. Discover key struggles and how they were overcome.

Drew Dober is an American professional mixed martial artist competing in the UFC's Lightweight division. Noted for his striking ability, Dober holds the record for the most knockouts in UFC lightweight history with ten. He has been a professional fighter since 2009, with previous experience in Bellator MMA and Titan Fighting Championship.

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February 2012: Dober Participates in The Ultimate Fighter 15

In February 2012, Drew Dober participated on The Ultimate Fighter 15 but was defeated in the entry round by Daron Cruickshank via unanimous decision.

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November 30, 2013: Dober Fights Sean Spencer at The Ultimate Fighter 18 Finale

On November 30, 2013, Drew Dober stepped in for an injured Sérgio Moraes to face Sean Spencer at The Ultimate Fighter 18 Finale, losing the fight via unanimous decision.

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May 31, 2014: Dober Loses to Nick Hein at UFC Fight Night 41

On May 31, 2014, Drew Dober faced Nick Hein at UFC Fight Night 41 and lost the fight via unanimous decision.

June 13, 2015: Dober Loses to Escudero at UFC 188

On June 13, 2015, Drew Dober faced Efrain Escudero at UFC 188. Dober lost the fight by guillotine choke submission in the first round.

December 10, 2016: Dober Loses to Aubin-Mercier at UFC 206

On December 10, 2016, Drew Dober faced Olivier Aubin-Mercier at UFC 206. Dober lost the fight via submission in the second round.

March 9, 2019: Dober Loses to Dariush at UFC Fight Night 146

On March 9, 2019, Drew Dober faced Beneil Dariush at UFC Fight Night 146 and lost the fight via submission in the second round.

March 6, 2021: Dober Loses to Makhachev at UFC 259

On March 6, 2021, Drew Dober faced Islam Makhachev at UFC 259 and lost the fight via submission in round three.

June 12, 2021: Dober Loses to Riddell, Earns Award

On June 12, 2021, Drew Dober faced Brad Riddell at UFC 263. He lost the fight via unanimous decision but earned the Fight of the Night award.

May 6, 2023: Dober Loses to Frevola at UFC 288

On May 6, 2023, Drew Dober faced Matt Frevola at UFC 288 and lost the fight by TKO at the end of the first round.

February 3, 2024: Dober Loses to Moicano at UFC Fight Night 235

On February 3, 2024, Drew Dober faced Renato Moicano at UFC Fight Night 235. Dober lost by unanimous decision, due to being dominated on the ground despite landing punches.

July 13, 2024: Dober Loses to Silva, Earns Award

On July 13, 2024, Drew Dober was scheduled to face Mike Davis at UFC on ESPN 59, but Davis withdrew. Dober then faced Jean Silva and lost the fight via doctor stoppage in the third round due to a cut above the left eye. Dober earned another Fight of the Night award.