Mark Eddiva (born February 16, 1986) is a reputed former Filipino wushu Champion and former mixed martial artist who competed in the featherweight division. He is known for having competed in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC).[2]
| Mark Eddiva | |
|---|---|
| Born | February 16, 1986 Baguio, Philippines |
| Nationality | Filipino |
| Height | 5 ft 8 in (1.73 m) |
| Weight | 145 lb (66 kg; 10.4 st) |
| Division | Featherweight |
| Reach | 68.0 in (173 cm)[1] |
| Style | Sanshou |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Fighting out of | Baguio, Philippines |
| Team | Team Lakay |
| Years active | 2006–2016 |
| Mixed martial arts record | |
| Total | 9 |
| Wins | 6 |
| By knockout | 3 |
| By submission | 2 |
| By decision | 1 |
| Losses | 3 |
| By knockout | 1 |
| By submission | 1 |
| By decision | 1 |
| Mixed martial arts record from Sherdog | |
| Medal record | ||
|---|---|---|
Representing  Philippines | ||
| Men’s Wushu | ||
| SEA Games | ||
 | 2009 Vientiane | 70 kg |
| 2011 Jakarta | 70 kg |
| Asian Games | ||
 | 2010 Guangzhou | 65 kg |
| World Championships | ||
| 2011 Ankara | 70kg |
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.[3]
Ultimate Fighting Championship
Eddiva made his promotional debut against Jumabieke Tuerxun on March 1, 2014, at The Ultimate Fighter: China Finale.[4] Eddiva controlled Tuerxun on the feet and on the ground en route to a unanimous decision.[5]
Eddiva later faced Kevin Souza on May 31, 2014, at The Ultimate Fighter Brazil 3 Finale.[6] Souza won the fight via TKO due to punches near the end of the second round.[7] The back and forth action earned by participants Fight of the Night honors.[8]
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.[9]
Eddiva was expected to face Alex White on May 16, 2015, at UFC Fight Night 66.[10] However, on April 26, it was announced that White suffered an undisclosed injury and was forced out of the bout.[11] White was replaced by promotional newcomer Levan Makashvili.[12] Eddiva lost the fight via split decision.
Eddiva faced Dan Hooker on March 20, 2016, at UFC Fight Night 85.[13] He lost the fight via submission in the first round and was subsequently released from the promotion.[14]
Championships and accomplishments
Mixed martial arts record
| 9 matches | 6 wins | 3 losses |
| By knockout | 3 | 1 |
| By submission | 2 | 1 |
| By decision | 1 | 1 |
| Res. | Record | Opponent | Method | Event | Date | Round | Time | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loss | 6–3 | Dan Hooker | Submission (guillotine choke) | UFC Fight Night: Hunt vs. Mir | March 20, 2016 | 1 | 1:24 | Brisbane, Australia | |
| Loss | 6–2 | Levan Makashvili | Decision (split) | UFC Fight Night: Edgar vs. Faber | May 16, 2015 | 3 | 5:00 | Pasay, Philippines | |
| Loss | 6–1 | Kevin Souza | TKO (punches) | The Ultimate Fighter Brazil 3 Finale: Miocic vs. Maldonado | May 31, 2014 | 2 | 4:52 | São Paulo, Brazil | Fight of the Night. |
| Win | 6–0 | Jumabieke Tuerxun | Decision (unanimous) | The Ultimate Fighter China Finale: Kim vs. Hathaway | March 1, 2014 | 3 | 5:00 | Macau, SAR, China | |
| Win | 5–0 | Alex Lee | Submission (rear-naked choke) | Legend Fighting Championship 4 | January 27, 2011 | 1 | 4:22 | Hong Kong, SAR, China | |
| Win | 4–0 | Engie Piloto | Submission (rear-naked choke) | URCC Cebu 4: Proving Ground | June 20, 2009 | 1 | 3:44 | Mandaue, Philippines | |
| Win | 3–0 | Alvin Clerino | TKO (punches) | Sambo Combat Championship 1 | March 14, 2009 | 1 | N/A | Manila, Philippines | |
| Win | 2–0 | Duke Villanueva | TKO (punches) | FFC - Relentless | March 10, 2007 | 1 | N/A | Pasig, Philippines | |
| Win | 1–0 | Andrew Benibe | TKO (punches) | FFC - Qualifying | April 15, 2006 | 2 | N/A | Pasig, Philippines |
