Height
5' 11"
Reach
72.0"
Stance
Orthodox
Age
38
"The Boston Finisher"
CALVIN KATTAR
Height
5' 11"
Reach
72.0"
Stance
Orthodox
Age
38
Hailing from Methuen, Massachusetts, Calvin Kattar is an American professional athlete who competes within the featherweight division. A former scholastic wrestler, he transitioned into professional mixed martial arts in 2007. After establishing a reputation on the regional circuit, he signed with the UFC in 2017. Throughout his tenure, he has been recognized for a striking approach centered on boxing. Training primarily under the New England Cartel banner, he achieved significant wins against Giga Chikadze, Jeremy Stephens, and Shane Burgos. His performances have garnered him five Fight of the Night honors throughout his career.
Kattar enters this bout carrying an overall professional record of 23-10-0. He is currently looking to reverse a series of recent setbacks. His five most recent appearances resulted in consecutive defeats against Steve Garcia, Youssef Zalal, Aljamain Sterling, Arnold Allen, and Josh Emmett.