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Kyle Daukaus

Kyle Daukaus is an American mixed martial artist who competes in the middleweight division.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Kyle Daukaus (born February 27, 1993) is an American mixed martial artist who competes in the middleweight division. He is known for his Brazilian jiu-jitsu base, submission-heavy style, and the nickname “The D’Arce Knight.”

Early life and background

Kyle Daukaus is from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He began Brazilian jiu-jitsu in his teens before transitioning to mixed martial arts. Profiles describe him as having a strong grappling foundation that shaped his later fighting style.

Professional MMA career

Daukaus turned professional in 2017. He built his reputation on submission wins on the regional circuit before reaching the UFC. UFC materials note multiple submission victories and first-round finishes.

Fighting style

Daukaus is best known for grappling and submission grappling, with a particular association to the D’Arce choke. His stance is listed as southpaw, and his profile emphasizes a pressure-based approach.

UFC record and activity

UFC and statistics sites list his record in and around the UFC as 17–5–0 with 1 no contest. Some third-party sites differ slightly on totals and update timing.

Key facts

  • Kyle Daukaus is an American middleweight mixed martial artist from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
  • He was born on February 27, 1993, and began his professional career in 2017.
  • His fighting style is based on Brazilian jiu-jitsu and submission grappling, notably the D'Arce choke.
  • UFC statistics list his record at 17–5–0 with one no contest.
  • He trains with Martinez BJJ and fights from a southpaw stance.

Frequently asked questions

What weight class does Kyle Daukaus compete in?
He competes in the middleweight division.
What is Kyle Daukaus’s nickname?
His nickname is “The D’Arce Knight.”
Where is Kyle Daukaus from?
He is from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States.
What is Kyle Daukaus known for?
He is known for submission grappling, especially the D’Arce choke, and for a style built around Brazilian jiu-jitsu.
What is Kyle Daukaus’s recorded MMA record?
UFC stats list him at 17–5–0 with 1 no contest. Some other databases show slightly different totals depending on update date.

References

  1. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/mma/fighter/_/id/4329444/kyle-daukaus
    Supports: Nationality, division, height/weight, birthdate, team, nickname, stance
  2. UFC — https://www.ufc.com/athlete/kyle-daukaus
    Supports: Professional since 2017, submission wins, fighter profile notes
  3. UFC Stats — http://ufcstats.com/fighter-details/d6c0cdd7e467c440
    Supports: Record, height, weight, reach, stance, birthdate, career statistics
  4. Tapology — https://www.tapology.com/fightcenter/fighters/16027-kyle-daukaus
    Supports: Birthplace, fighting out of, weight class, professional record, career details
  5. FightMatrix — https://www.fightmatrix.com/fighter-profile/Kyle%20Daukaus/85564/
    Supports: Middleweight ranking and UFC record summary