Richie Hightower, a seasoned mixed martial artist, has amassed an MMA record of 8 wins, 4 losses, and 1 no contest (NC) throughout his career. Competing primarily in the welterweight division with a weight of 170 lbs., Hightower stands at 5' 8" tall. During his UFC tenure, he demonstrated an average of 4.62 significant strikes per minute, showcasing a striking accuracy of 35%. However, his striking defense was relatively low at 21%, with an average of 6.92 strikes absorbed per minute. Hightower also displayed impressive takedown abilities, averaging 3.46 takedowns per 15 minutes and boasting a perfect 100% takedown accuracy rate. In terms of notable victories, specific details are not provided in the data. However, it is known that Hightower's UFC career concluded with a loss against Troy Mandaloniz via KO/TKO punch on December 8, 2007. His ELO rating stands at 984, reflecting his skill level within the MMA community.