2
Netherlands100%
Finish Rate
2
KO / TKO
2-2-0
Kickboxing
1993
Pro Debut
Biography
Gerard Gordeau is a Dutch former Savateur, Karateka, Kickboxer, and mixed martial artist. He is the 1991 World Champion Savate and holder of the Dutch Champion Karate title for eight consecutive years, but foremost known internationally for his fight against Teila Tuli in the first televised Ultimate Fighting Championship bout on 12 November 1993.
How He Wins
KO / TKO2
Decision0
Submission0
Finish Rate
100%
2 of 2
wins by finish
wins by finish
Recent Form
W
W
L
L
Mixed Martial Arts4 Bouts
| Result | Opponent | Method | Rd | Event | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loss |  Yuki NakaiH2H | Submission (heel hook) | R4 | Vale Tudo Japan 1995 | Apr 20, 1995 |
| Loss |  Royce GracieH2H | Submission (rear-naked choke) | R1 | UFC 1 | Nov 12, 1993 |
| Win |  Kevin RosierH2H | TKO (corner stoppage) | UFC 1 Tournament Semifinal. | 1 | — |
| Win | Teila TuliH2H | TKO (head kick) | UFC 1 Tournament Quarterfinal. First televised fight in UFC history. | 1 | — |
Kickboxing& Muay Thai2-2-0
| Result | Opponent | Method | Rd | Event | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loss | Toshiyuki Atokawa | Decision | N/A | K-1 Illusion 1993 Karate World Cup | Oct 2, 1993 |
| Loss |  Adam Watt | KO (right back blow) | R2 | K-1 Illusion | Sep 4, 1993 |
| Win | Jokovic | TKO | R3 | Savate World Championship | May 25, 1991 |
| Win | Simon Bienvenu | KO | N/A | Savate World Championship | Apr 27, 1991 |
Related Fighters
Data sourced from public records for archival/research purposes.