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Donald Cerrone

Nickname Cowboy Birthdate 3/29/1983
Height / Weight 6'0" - 155 Place of Birth Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States

UFC 141 results: Nate Diaz defeats Donald Cerrone by unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 29-28)

UFC 137 results: Donald Cerrone defeats Dennis Siver by submission (rear naked choke) at 2:22 of round 1.

Donald Cerrone was first introduced to fans through the "Tapout" show, which showed him defeating Anthony Njokuani via triangle choke. Shortly after, he was signed by the WEC. Despite testing positive for a banned substance after his first fight in the WEC, he's since gone on to fight for the WEC lightweight title twice, and put on one of the best fights of the year against Ben Henderson in 2009.

Last Fight

WEC 51: Aldo vs. Gamburyan

Sep 30, 2010 9:00 PM EDT
Donald Cerrone vs Jamie Varner

Next Fight

UFC 160: Velasquez vs. Bigfoot 2

May 25, 2013 10:00 PM EDT
Donald Cerrone vs K.J. Noons

UFC 160: KJ Noons says a stand-up war 'wouldn't be the smartest thing' for Cowboy Cerrone

While both Donald Cerrone and K.J. Noons have earned a reputation of stand-up specialists, "King" says "Cowboy" may be wise to avoid that strategy at this Saturday night's (May 25, 2013) UFC 160 event from MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.

UFC fighter rankings: Jacare, Lentz, Lineker moving on up

Nik Lentz, John Lineker, and Jacare Souza moved up in the official UFC rankings due to their UFC on FX 8 wins, while Luke Rockhold tumbled.

UFC 160 preview: 25 facts about ‘Velasquez vs. Bigfoot 2' in Las Vegas on May 25

With UFC 160 just around the corner, Mike Bohn hits fight fans with 25 facts related to Saturday's (May 25, 2013) event on pay-per-view (PPV) at MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.

UFC 160 fight card: Donald Cerrone vs K.J. Noons preview

MMAmania's Brian Hemminger takes a closer look at Saturday night's UFC 160 main card opener between lightweights Donald Cerrone and K.J. Noons. What's the key to victory for both men? Find out inside.

UFC 160 fight card: Velasquez vs. Silva 2

Check out the current card for UFC 160, which goes down in Vegas next weekend.

Former UFC fighter Paul Kelly found guilty of heroin trafficking charges

Nine-fight UFC veteran Paul Kelly has been convicted of drug trafficking charges in his home country of England and faces a lengthy amount of jail time.

Former UFC fighter Paul Kelly convicted of trafficking heroin, faces lengthy jail time

Former UFC fighter, Paul Kelly, who was released in 2011, was arrested in 2012 and convicted on Friday for his role in a heroin ring.

UFC 160 fight card: Velasquez vs. Silva

Check out the UFC 160 fight card: Velasquez vs. Silva for the upcoming UFC event on May 25 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.

Daniel Cormier to host fan Q&A before UFC 160 weigh-ins on May 24

The day before UFC 160, all 24 fighters on the card will weigh-in at the MGM Grand Garden Arena. And before that, undefeated Heavyweight Daniel Cormier will host a fan Q&A.

Donald Cerrone on thoughts during loss to Anthony Pettis: 'Dang, I done pissed him off and he's comin' hard'

Donald Cerrone talks about getting a new sports psychologist to get over the hump of losing in spots where he was poised to be a title contender.

Fold under pressure? 'Cowboy' Cerrone employs sports psychologist to 'work those kinks out' ahead of UFC 160

UFC 160: Donald Cerrone says he had two big chances to make his mark in UFC and folded under the pressure. So how can "Cowboy" get back on his horse and ride into his K.J. Noons fight ready to do work? By hashing it out with a sports psychologist.

Morning Report: Former champ Zach Makovsky accuses Bellator of coercing him to fight for less than his contracted salary

Former Bellator champion Zach Makovsky accused Bellator officials of coercing him to fight for less than his contracted salary by threatening to sideline him for the second-half of 2012.

Near-death experiences and sports psychologists: The rough start to Donald Cerrone's year

Being embarrassed on national television tends to lose it's impact when you nearly die a few weeks later. Just ask Donald Cerrone.

Gilbert Melendez wants 'whoever is hot' next, open to featherweight fight

Gilbert Melendez next fight: Former No. 1 UFC lightweight title contender is determined to earn another championship opportunity, regardless of which 155-pound -- or even 145-pound -- fighter he has to beat to get there ... sooner rather than later.

SB Nation Rankings: Lightweight

A look at how the six SB Nation panelists currently assess the lightweight division. Ben Henderson continues to lead the way.

Latest UFC rankings/MMA rankings (lightweight)

With UFC on FOX 7: "Henderson vs. Melendez" officially on record and lightweight titleholder Benson Henderson recording another title defense, it's time to ask: Who are the 10 best 155-pound fighters in all of mixed martial arts? Find out inside.

SB nation lightweight rankings: Strikeforce fighters make their mark

The addition of Strikeforce fighters been felt more at lightweight than any other men's division.

UFC 160 results and LIVE fight coverage for 'Velasquez vs. Bigfoot 2' on May 25 in Las Vegas

UFC 160 results and live fight stream online updates for "Velasquez vs. Bigfoot 2," which takes place at MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, on May 25, 2013, featuring a five-round championship bout between Cain Velasquez vs. Antonio Silva.

Anthony Pettis says move to featherweight ‘not permanent,’ expects ‘fireworks’ against Jose Aldo

Anthony Pettis isn't looking to call featherweight his permanent home, saying he will eventually go back up to the lightweight division. First, he has to take care of some business against 145-pound kingpin Jose Aldo at UFC 163 in August.

UFC 160 fight card: Velasquez vs. Silva 2

Check out the current card for UFC 160, which goes down in Vegas on May 25th.
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