JOAQUIN BUCKLEY

Joaquin Buckley, an American athlete based in St. Louis, represents both Finney’s MMA and Murcielago MMA. Originally a lifelong wrestler, he transitioned between weight classes, eventually establishing himself within the UFC welterweight division. Over his career, he gained significant recognition for a viral spinning back kick finish and secured notable victories against veteran competitors like Colby Covington and Stephen Thompson. His tenure inside the octagon has been marked by multiple performance-based bonuses throughout his professional journey.

Entering the card with a career record of 21-8-0, Buckley aims to rebound from recent setbacks. He currently holds a two-fight losing streak, having dropped unanimous decisions to Sean Brady in May 2026 and Kamaru Usman during the summer of 2025. Before these defeats, he maintained a three-fight winning streak that featured a doctor stoppage against Covington, a knockout of Thompson, and a decision victory over Nursulton Ruziboev.