Gunnar Nelson, a seasoned mixed martial artist, has competed with an impressive record of 19 wins, 6 losses, and 1 draw. He competes in the welterweight division, weighing 170 lbs., standing at 5' 11' with a reach of 72'. Throughout his UFC career, Nelson has demonstrated a strategic approach to combat, averaging 1.77 significant strikes per minute and maintaining a striking accuracy of 61%. However, he absorbs an average of 3.06 strikes per minute, with a strike defense rate of 48%. His grappling skills are evident in his takedown attempts, averaging 2.0 per 15 minutes, with a takedown accuracy of 52%. Notable victories include defeating Alex Oliveira, whose ELO rating was 1130. In recent years, Nelson has held a mixed record, having won against Takashi Sato and Bryan Barberena, but also suffered losses to Leon Edwards, Gilbert Burns, and most recently, Kevin Holland. His last fight took place on March 22, 2025.