Jeremy Stephens's Success and Achievements in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 13, 2025

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Jeremy Stephens. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Jeremy Stephens is an American professional mixed martial artist, bare-knuckle boxer, and professional boxer. He competes in the Lightweight division. Since turning professional in 2005, Stephens spent 15 years and had 33 fights in the UFC's Featherweight and Lightweight divisions. He has also competed in the Professional Fighters League (PFL).

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September 16, 2009: Knockout Victory Over Justin Buchholz

On September 16, 2009, Jeremy Stephens defeated Justin Buchholz at UFC Fight Night: Diaz vs. Guillard due to a doctor stoppage after landing significant strikes, earning him a $30,000 Knockout of the Night award.

May 8, 2010: Victory Over Sam Stout at UFC 113

On May 8, 2010, Jeremy Stephens defeated Sam Stout via split decision at UFC 113, earning a $65,000 Fight of the Night award.

January 1, 2011: Knockout Victory Over Marcus Davis

On January 1, 2011, at UFC 125, Jeremy Stephens defeated Marcus Davis by KO in the third round, earning a $60,000 Knockout of the Night award.

June 4, 2011: Victory Over Danny Downes

On June 4, 2011, at The Ultimate Fighter 13 Finale, Jeremy Stephens defeated Danny Downes via unanimous decision.

May 25, 2013: Featherweight Debut Win

On May 25, 2013, at UFC 160, Jeremy Stephens made his Featherweight debut against Estevan Payan and won the fight via unanimous decision.

November 9, 2013: Knockout Victory Over Rony Jason

On November 9, 2013, at UFC Fight Night 32, Jeremy Stephens defeated Rony Jason via knockout early in the first round.

January 25, 2014: Victory Over Darren Elkins

On January 25, 2014, at UFC on Fox 10, Jeremy Stephens defeated Darren Elkins via unanimous decision.

July 11, 2015: TKO Victory Over Dennis Bermudez

On July 11, 2015, at UFC 189, Jeremy Stephens defeated Dennis Bermudez by TKO due to a flying knee and punches.

May 29, 2016: Victory Over Renan Barão

On May 29, 2016, at UFC Fight Night 88, Jeremy Stephens defeated Renan Barão by unanimous decision; both participants were awarded Fight of the Night honors.

September 9, 2017: Victory Over Gilbert Melendez

On September 9, 2017, Jeremy Stephens faced Gilbert Melendez at UFC 215 and won the fight via unanimous decision; both participants were awarded Fight of the Night honors.

January 14, 2018: TKO Victory Over Doo Ho Choi

On January 14, 2018, Jeremy Stephens faced Doo Ho Choi at UFC Fight Night: Stephens vs. Choi, winning by TKO in the second round; both participants were awarded Fight of the Night.

February 24, 2018: Knockout Victory Over Josh Emmett

On February 24, 2018, Jeremy Stephens faced Josh Emmett at UFC on Fox 28, winning the fight via knockout in round two and earning a Performance of the Night bonus.

June 17, 2022: Victory Over Myles Price at PFL 4

On June 17, 2022, Jeremy Stephens faced Myles Price at PFL 4 and won the bout via split decision.

December 2, 2023: TKO Victory Over Jimmie Rivera in BKFC

On December 2, 2023, Jeremy Stephens faced Jimmie Rivera at BKFC 56 and won by TKO due to doctor stoppage.

September 6, 2024: Victory Over Bobby Taylor at BKFC 65

On September 6, 2024, Jeremy Stephens faced Bobby Taylor at BKFC 65 and won the fight by unanimous decision, earning a Performance of the Night award.