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Mike Malott

Mike Malott is a Canadian mixed martial artist who competes in the UFC’s welterweight division.

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

Mike Malott is a Canadian professional mixed martial artist who competes in the UFC welterweight division. Born in 1991, he turned professional in 2011 and has a record of 14–2–1. Malott is from Waterdown, Ontario, and has fought for promotions including WSOF, Bellator MMA, and Cage Fury Fighting Championships.

Early life and background

Mike Malott was born in Waterdown, Ontario, Canada. He is associated with the Hamilton, Ontario area. The UFC profile states that he studied at Dalhousie University and earned a Bachelor of Commerce.

Mixed martial arts career

Malott began his professional MMA career in 2011. He has competed for several promotions, including WSOF, Bellator MMA, Cage Fury Fighting Championships, and the UFC. The UFC lists him as a welterweight with several first-round finishes.

UFC career

Malott has fought multiple times in the UFC, with wins over Mickey Gall, Yohan Lainesse, Adam Fugitt, Trevin Giles, Kevin Holland, and Gilbert Burns. He has one notable loss to Neil Magny. The UFC notes that he has won seven of his last eight bouts.

Fighting style and statistics

Malott is an orthodox fighter standing 6'1" with a 73-inch reach. His UFC profile credits him with knockout and submission wins, including finishes by guillotine, armbar, and arm-triangle.

Key facts

  • Canadian welterweight competing in the UFC.
  • Turned professional in 2011.
  • Professional record of 14–2–1.
  • Seven wins in his last eight fights.
  • Notable victory over Gilbert Burns by knockout in April 2026.
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Canadian context

Malott is a Canadian UFC fighter from Ontario, and his profile is of interest to Canadian MMA fans and readers following Canadian athletes in international combat sports.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Mike Malott?
Mike Malott is a Canadian professional mixed martial artist who competes in the UFC welterweight division.
Mike Malott UFC?
Malott is a UFC welterweight fighter who has competed in several UFC events since 2022.
Mike Malott record?
His listed professional MMA record is 14–2–1.
Mike Malott next fight?
No next fight is listed in the provided sources.
Mike Malott age?
He was born on November 7, 1991, which makes him 34 years old as of July 2026.
Mike Malott Canadian?
Yes. He is Canadian and is listed as being from Waterdown, Ontario.

References

  1. UFC — https://www.ufc.com/athlete/mike-malott
    Supports: Professional background, fight results, nationality, education, and career notes.
  2. CBS Sports — https://www.cbssports.com/ufc/fighter/50037146/mike-malott/
    Supports: Age, record, physical stats, and fighting out of Canada.
  3. UFC Stats — http://ufcstats.com/fighter-details/dd6103dd7127db1d
    Supports: Official UFC record, physical stats, and fight history including Gilbert Burns result.
  4. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/mma/fighter/_/id/3165120/mike-malott
    Supports: Nationality, division, age, team, and recent fight results.