Anthony Gomez

Anthony Gomez
Born Chicago, Illinois, United States
Residence Tinley Park, Illinois, United States
Nationality American
Height 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m)
Weight 215 lb (98 kg; 15.4 st)
Division Light Heavyweight
Heavyweight
Reach 77.0 in (196 cm)
Fighting out of East Chicago, Indiana, United States
Team Torres Martial Arts Academy (2006–2012, 2014–present)
Freelance
Trainer Miguel Torres (current)
Rank blue belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
NCAA Division III in Wrestling
Years active 2006–present
Kickboxing record
Total 2
Wins 1
Losses 0
Draws 1
Mixed martial arts record
Total 11
Wins 9
By knockout 2
By submission 4
By decision 3
Losses 2
By knockout 0
By submission 0
By decision 2
Other information
Notable school(s) North Central College
George Washington High School
Mixed martial arts record from Sherdog

Anthony Gomez (born 1982) is an American professional mixed martial artist and occasional kickboxer. Gomez is currently signed with Bellator MMA in their Light Heavyweight division.

Background

Anthony met Miguel Torres in 2001 and started training under him full-time in 2006 under his Torres Martial Arts Academy camp in Indiana, before this Gomez wrestled under a full scholarship at North Central College. Anthony has also competed in 2 North American Grappling Association tournaments in the 100+ kg division, losing both in the semi-finals.

Mixed martial arts career

Early career

Turning professional in 2006, Gomez compiled a record of 5–1 before making his debut for Bellator MMA. Most of his wins were by stoppage.[1]

Bellator MMA

Gomez debuted for Bellator in March 2012 at Bellator 60, he faced Travis Wiuff. Gomez was defeated via unanimous decision.[2]

In his next appearance for Bellator, Gomez faced Jose Medina at Bellator 75 on October 5, 2012. Gomez won the fight via rear-naked choke submission in the first round.[3]

Gomez then faced Anton Talamantes at Bellator 84 on December 14, 2012. He won by submission in round one.[4]

Gomez faced Jason Guida on March 14, 2014 at Bellator 112. Gomez won via three-round unanimous decision.[5]

Mixed martial arts record

Res. Record Opponent Method Event Date Round Time Location Notes
style="background:#bfd; color:black; vertical-align:middle; text-align:center; " class="table-yes2" |Win 9–2 Robert Morrow Submission (triangle choke) Hoosier Fight Club 23 March 7, 2015 1 4:23 Valparaiso, Indiana, United States Heavyweight bout
style="background:#bfd; color:black; vertical-align:middle; text-align:center; " class="table-yes2" |Win 8–2 Jason Guida Decision (unanimous) Bellator 112 March 14, 2014 3 5:00 Hammond, Indiana, United States Catchweight bout (215 lbs).[6]
style="background:#bfd; color:black; vertical-align:middle; text-align:center; " class="table-yes2" |Win 7–2 Anton Talamantes Submission (rear-naked choke) Bellator 84 December 14, 2012 1 3:30 Hammond, Indiana, United States Catchweight bout (215 lbs).[7]
style="background:#bfd; color:black; vertical-align:middle; text-align:center; " class="table-yes2" |Win 6–2 Jose Medina Submission (rear-naked choke) Bellator 75 October 5, 2012 1 2:32 Hammond, Indiana, United States Catchweight bout (210 lbs).[8]
style="background: #ffdddd; color: black; vertical-align: middle; text-align: center; " class="table-no2" |Loss 5–2 Travis Wiuff Decision (unanimous) Bellator 60 March 9, 2012 3 5:00 Hammond, Indiana, United States Catchweight bout (215 lbs).[9]
style="background:#bfd; color:black; vertical-align:middle; text-align:center; " class="table-yes2" |Win 5–1 Lew Polley Decision (split) Hoosier FC 4: Showdown at the Steel Yard June 11, 2010 3 5:00 Gary, Indiana, United States Catchweight bout (215 lbs).
style="background:#bfd; color:black; vertical-align:middle; text-align:center; " class="table-yes2" |Win 4–1 Will Hill Submission (armbar) Total Fight Challenge 16 June 27, 2009 3 3:00 Hammond, Indiana, United States
style="background:#bfd; color:black; vertical-align:middle; text-align:center; " class="table-yes2" |Win 3–1 Lee Defoose TKO (punches) Total Fight Challenge 15 May 30, 2009 1 1:17 Hammond, Indiana, United States Heavyweight bout.
style="background:#bfd; color:black; vertical-align:middle; text-align:center; " class="table-yes2" |Win 2–1 Dan Bolden TKO (punches) Total Fight Challenge 11 February 9, 2008 2 2:20 Hammond, Indiana, United States
style="background:#bfd; color:black; vertical-align:middle; text-align:center; " class="table-yes2" |Win 1–1 Derek Thornton Decision (unanimous) IMMAC 2 - Attack April 21, 2007 3 5:00 Chicago, Illinois, United States
style="background: #ffdddd; color: black; vertical-align: middle; text-align: center; " class="table-no2" |Loss 0–1 Krzysztof Kulak Decision (split) IMMAC 1 - Attack November 4, 2006 3 5:00 Chicago, Illinois, United States Heavyweight bout.

References

  1. ↑ "Anthony Gomez". tapology.com.
  2. ↑ "Bellator 60 results: Curran claims belt; Straus, Corey, Sandro, Bezerra advance". mmajunkie.com. March 10, 2012.
  3. ↑ "Bellator 75 results: Santos, Volkov, Hale, Queiroz advance in heavyweight tourney". mmajunkie.com. October 6, 2012.
  4. ↑ "Bellator 84 results: Held-Jansen cancellation overshadows Volkov title win". mmajunkie.com. December 15, 2012.
  5. ↑ "Anthony Gomez vs. Jason Guida". sherdog.com. March 14, 2014.
  6. ↑ "Bellator 112 weigh-in results: Straus makes weight on second attempt (updated)". mmajunkie.com. March 13, 2014.
  7. ↑ "*Bellator 84 Weigh-In Results*". bellator.com. December 13, 2012.
  8. ↑ "Bellator 75 weigh-in results: Heavyweight tournament set as all fighters hit mark". mmajunkie.com. October 4, 2012.
  9. ↑ "Travis Wiuff vs. Anthony Gomez". tapology.com.

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