Introduction
Mark Eddiva (born February 16, 1986) is a Filipino mixed martial artist and wushu Champion who competes in the Featherweight division. Eddiva was formerly signed with the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
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.
Ultimate Fighting Championship
Eddiva made his promotional debut against Jumabieke Tuerxun on March 1, 2014 at The Ultimate Fighter: China Finale. Eddiva controlled Tuerxun on the feet and on the ground en route to a unanimous decision.
Eddiva later faced Kevin Souza on May 31, 2014, at The Ultimate Fighter Brazil 3 Finale. Souza won the fight via TKO due to punches near the end of the second round. The back and forth action earned by participants Fight of the Night honors.
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.
Eddiva was expected to face Alex White on May 16, 2015 at UFC Fight Night 66. However, on April 26, it was announced that White suffered an undisclosed injury and was forced out of the bout. White was replaced by promotional newcomer Levan Makashvili. Eddiva lost the fight via split decision.
Eddiva faced Dan Hooker on March 20, 2016 at UFC Fight Night 85. He lost the fight via submission in the first round and was subsequently released from the promotion.
Championships and accomplishments
- Ultimate Fighting Championship
- Fight of the Night (One time)
Mixed martial arts record
| Professional record breakdown | ||
| 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 |