Career Timeline of Mike Malott: Major Achievements and Milestones

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: October 18, 2025

Discover the career path of Mike Malott, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Mike Malott is a Canadian professional mixed martial artist competing in the Welterweight division of the UFC. He has previously fought in other organizations such as WSOF, Bellator MMA, and Cage Fury Fighting Championships. He is an active fighter in the sport.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2014: First Professional Loss

In 2014, Michael Malott suffered his first professional loss against Hakeem Dawodu.

2015: Majority Draw

In 2015, Michael Malott's match against Ousmane Thomas Diagne resulted in a majority draw.

2017: Extended Hiatus and Coaching at Team Alpha Male

At the end of 2017, Michael Malott took an extended hiatus from MMA, focusing on grappling and BJJ, eventually earning a black belt. During this time, he also began coaching striking at Team Alpha Male in Sacramento, California, cornering UFC fighters like Urijah Faber and Cody Garbrandt.

2017: XFFC Lightweight Championship Win

In 2017, Michael Malott won the vacant XFFC Lightweight Championship against Craig Shintani via knockout in 36 seconds.

December 2020: Return to MMA at Cage Fury 91

In December 2020, Michael Malott returned to MMA after a three-year hiatus at Cage Fury 91 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, United States. He won the bout against Solomon Renfro in the first round.

April 9, 2022: UFC Debut and Victory

On April 9, 2022, Michael Malott made his promotional debut against Mickey Gall at UFC 273, winning the fight via technical knockout in the first round.

February 25, 2023: Victory Against Yohan Lainesse and Performance of the Night Award

On February 25, 2023, Michael Malott faced Yohan Lainesse at UFC Fight Night: Muniz vs. Allen, winning via submission by arm-triangle choke in the first round. He also earned his first Performance of the Night bonus award.

June 10, 2023: Victory Against Adam Fugitt and Second Performance of the Night Award

On June 10, 2023, Michael Malott faced Adam Fugitt at UFC 289 in Vancouver, British Columbia. He won via submission in the second round with a guillotine choke and earned his second Performance of the Night bonus award.

January 20, 2024: Loss Against Neil Magny at UFC 297

On January 20, 2024, Michael Malott faced Neil Magny at UFC 297. Despite dominating on the ground and landing leg kicks, Malott lost the fight via technical knockout in round three.

July 13, 2024: Fight Against Gilbert Urbina Scrapped

On July 13, 2024, Michael Malott's scheduled fight against Gilbert Urbina at UFC on ESPN 59 was scrapped. Urbina withdrew due to undisclosed reasons, and Malott chose not to fight another opponent because of a training injury.