[6] He is the younger brother of former UFC Lightweight Champion Anthony Pettis. [16] A week before the fight Lee was forced out of the bout due to injury and was replaced by Will Campuzano. Out of 20 fought matches, he has won 17 and only lost 3. Anthony Pettis explains UFC departure, plan to become ‘the face’ of PFL New, 21 comments By Alexander K. Lee @AlexanderKLee Jan 9, 2021, 11:00am EST He beat the best of the best. Posted in UFC Tagged Anthony Pettis, Nam Phan, Sergio Pettis, UFC 167, Ultimate Fighting Championship, Vaughan Lee Danny Castillo vs Edson Barboza Scheduled For UFC on Fox 9 Posted on September 19, 2013 by Justin Godsey Realmuto, take a deep dive into the best players available this winter. I feel Melendez is going to have a hard time reacting to Anthony’s kicks. Anthony captured the lightweight strap from Benson Henderson in August 2013. Anthony Pettis may no longer be UFC champion, but he remains one of the more notable names on the roster. I made the decision to stay at 135. Pettis is of Puerto Rican and Mexican ancestry. You’ve got so many great athletes that come from Central America and Mexico, Puerto Rico. Milwaukee is a small place, but they get behind their sports. He’s a really good guy, no bad blood. Pettis called out Jussier Formiga in his post fight interview. He is very close to his beloved brothers. Sergio Pettis - Age, Bio, Faces and Birthday. They know that I was born and raised in Milwaukee, the south side, right in the ghetto. My dad was killed when I was 16 in Milwaukee, across the street from my house, a house robbery. In boxing they’re killing stuff. Sergio Pettis, second from left, with brother Anthony, second from right Microsoft and partners may be compensated if you purchase something through recommended links in … ​SI.com: The picture you put up on Instagram after the fight was touching. I always watched my brother fight. 218.1k Followers, 634 Following, 1,685 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Sergio Pettis (@sergiopettis) Diet wise I’m with Nutrition for Life; Anthony works with them as well. He’s fought some of the best, Josh Thomson, Ben Henderson, Diego Sanchez. Food – Oreos; Source – Bloody Elbow. He stunned Moraga many times and arguably won all 3 rounds. 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Sergio Jerome Pettis is an American mixed martial artist who competes in the bantamweight division in the Bellator MMA. Letting them guys know we’re up here at the top of the division and these guys can do the same exact thing. 1 contender Joseph Benavidez. In the lead up to his UFC debut, the hype building around the younger Pettis was out of control. Anthony: I can’t wait for that to happen, man. The relation to Anthony probably hurt Sergio far more than it helped him throughout his career. There’s no question that Anthony … After six years and 14 fights, Sergio Pettis decided to leave the UFC and ink a contract with Bellator MMA instead. It sells out hotels and arenas. [32][33], Pettis was expected to face Jussier Formiga on January 15, 2017 at UFC Fight Night 103. Notable among the two is Sergio Pettis, a tenacious fighter in the Flyweight division of the UFC. We’re trying to get better and get to that next level. Khabilov. [28], Pettis faced Chris Kelades on April 23, 2016 at UFC 197. Sergio Pettis is an actor, known for WI MMA Today (2012), UFC on Fox (2011) and UFC 200 Greatest Fighters of All Time (2016). [26], Pettis faced Chris Cariaso on October 3, 2015 at UFC 192. In his next fight, Pettis defeated Jimmy Jones via unanimous decision at RFA 4-Griffin vs Escudero. — Anthony Pettis (@Showtimepettis) December 23, 2020. SI.com: Your brother talked about possibly fighting on the planned Mexico card, is that something you’d like to do in the future? About. Sergio is the youngest brother of Anthony and Rey Pettis. [30], Pettis was expected to face Louis Smolka on October 1, 2016 at UFC Fight Night 96. — Anthony Pettis (@Showtimepettis) December 23, 2020. That’s another place it needs to happen. Pettis has won 18 out of the 23 professional matches that he has played. I think it’s the right decision for me. They kind of go hand in hand with the explosiveness. After six years and 14 fights, Sergio Pettis decided to leave the UFC and ink a contract with Bellator MMA instead. [60] He was victorious via first round technical submission. [47], Pettis faced Rob Font in a bantamweight bout, on December 15, 2018 at UFC on Fox 31. It was also the fight where showcased his signature showtime kick. Sergio Pettis has been in the public eye since he debuted in the UFC at age 20, billed as a real prospect as the little brother of Anthony Pettis. I don’t want it to get out of the first round. One thing I see is he really doesn’t block kicks, and that’s where Anthony is the showtime. It will happen eventually, it’s all logistics. He was born as a younger son to his late martial artist father named Eugene Pettis Jr. and Mexican mother, Annette Garcia. [39] He won the bout via unanimous decision. The decision comes after McDermott told his players, "I need everybody to stay on the plantation. He won via submission in round one. It's cool that the city is supporting. RFA could not find another opponent for Sergio, therefore the bout was scrapped. Sergio Pettis has already been labeled as the next big thing thanks to his big brother, UFC title contender, Anthony Pettis. His father, Eugene, met passed away in a burglary assault on the twelfth of November 2003. [34] However, Formiga pulled out of the fight in late December and was replaced by John Moraga. © 2021 ABG-SI LLC. [17][18] Pettis won the fight via unanimous decision. SI.com: What do you think about NFL athletes taking up MMA-style routines? [40], A rescheduled fight with Cejudo took place on December 2, 2017 at UFC 218. I’m looking for a knockout or submission. Thank you @ufc @danawhite. Headlined by Trevor Bauer, DJ LeMahieu and J.T. One lifelong fan reminds us: In New York, nothing ever changes. He’s a tough opponent; he’s got great hands. He had won the WEC and UFC lightweight belt during his prime. Anthony Pettis is an American professional mixed martial artist who is signed with the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) and competes in the welterweight and lightweight divisions. I’m guessing either in October or November. [51][52], Pettis was scheduled to face Alex Perez on September 21, 2019 at UFC on ESPN+ 17. It’s a safe sport, it produces income wherever it goes. Pettis has had a successful run in his MMA run. [13][14] Pettis won via first round submission and was subsequently signed by the UFC.[15]. Sergio: Honestly, I never thought I’d be a pro fighter. [57] Later, news surfaced that Pettis fought out his contract with his previous fight with Nam, and is testing free agency. I wanted a belt so bad. Roufus waived the fight off himself after Anthony suffered a broken hand in the second round. Cerrone is killing stuff right now and Anthony made him look like a rookie out there. He [Anthony] threw that cart wheel kick and then got to the floor and just, man, he was destroying him with body kicks. He won via second round TKO. 6542 South Lovers Lane Road, Franklin, Wisconsin 53132 (414) 763-6562 pettismartialarts@gmail.com Pettis was expected to make his promotional debut against Vaughan Lee in a bantamweight bout on November 16, 2013 at UFC 167. [45] He lost the fight via unanimous decision [46] After the fight, Pettis' head coach Duke Roufus announced that Sergio is returning to the bantamweight division. To fight in front of my heritage would be amazing. I’m trying to get on the Mexico card in November. Mets fever? Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. We’re all over the place, Japan and now they’re actually hitting Mexico, Puerto Rico all of these places that have these talented fighters. It was in the ring and then the Octagon. Besides Sergio’s parents, he also has two siblings named Anthony Pettis and Ray Pettis. I think it’s only a matter of time. Anthony: The night of [UFC 164], I went to his grave right after the bout. Sergio graduated from Pius XI Catholic High School located in Milwaukee, WI in June 2012. Pettis then took on Tony Zelinski at NAFC: Unleashed. [48] He lost the fight via unanimous decision. [38], Pettis faced Brandon Moreno on August 5, 2017 in the main event at UFC Fight Night 114. Our Petsis Process is designed to deliver clients with unprecedented value when it comes to their finances. SI.com: When would you drop down in weight? Won the NAFC Bantamweight Championship. Sergio Jerome Pettis is an American professional mixed martial artist and brother of UFC Welterweight Anthony 'Showtime' Pettis. [64], Sergio is the youngest brother of Anthony and Rey Pettis. SPORTS ILLUSTRATED is a registered trademark of ABG-SI LLC. Case in point: This 21-year-old tale about a splinter of wood. Hopefully that can work out for me. He has shown a willingness to take on anyone they put in front of him – from prospects, to lesser known names to former champions. Donald Cerrone [fought] Jim Miller Wednesday night; Ben Henderson is fighting again; Gilbert Melendez; Khabib [Nurmagomedov]; there are so many good guys. Perhaps Pettis’ best days are behind him, but “Showtime” never fails to deliver. [He’s of] Mexican descent. You can’t hear Ben Henderson tap, no one heard it. I was supposed to fight [in] August but they canceled that just because I’m going to be training with all women, not to say that the women aren’t good, but I wouldn’t be in my usual training camp. Sergio Pettis | Esther Lin, MMA Fighting. Sergio Pettis -160 vs. Ricky Bandejas +130, bantamweights Jason Jackson -160 vs. Jordan Mein +130, welterweights Tywan Claxton -240 vs. Jay Jay Wilson +195, featherweights Mixed martial arts record [58], On October 24, 2019, it was announced that Pettis signed a multi-fight deal with Bellator MMA. When he spars with me he’s a beast. [19] He lost the back-and-forth fight via rear-naked choke submission late in the third round. I look at my coach and he’s just like, ‘Oh man, he won the fight.’ Anthony goes crazy. [10] Curran was forced out of the bout due to personal reasons, RFA President Ed Soares reported that Dillard Pegg will take his place and fight Pettis for the flyweight title. Sergio Pettis with Real Woods at Izzy Style School of Wrestling in August 2018 (Sergio Pettis / Instagram) Sergio Pettis Facts. We’re not just MMA fighters, we’re athletes. Seeing him perform in the Octagon was awesome. Pettis Martial Arts. Anthony: It's a stacked division. Pettis was born on January 27, 1987, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to Annette (née Garcia) and Eugene Pettis Jr. Pettis was also fined 20% of his purse, which went to Holloway and the bout proceeded at a catchweight. Pettis won the UFC lightweight championship at UFC 164 in August 2013 when he submitted Benson Henderson to win the belt. We dominate; some of the biggest weight classes [had] De la Hoya, Trinidad. It’s his own career, man, I don’t push it on him. Anthony: I wouldn’t say I’m instrumental in it. [61], Pettis faced Ricky Bandejas on July 24 at Bellator 242. He won via first round submission. [43] He won the back-and-forth fight via split decision. Both are coaches on the latest season of The Ultimate Fighter, where they coach the new women of the strawweight division, culminating in a December bout between Anthony and fellow Latin American Gilbert Melendez. His mother is Mexican and his father was Puerto Rican. [49], Pettis was expected to face Ricardo Ramos on June 29, 2019 at UFC on ESPN 3. I can't have anybody leave the plantation," following a loss. Pettis took on Chris Haney at NAFC: Colosseum. Me and Gil are going to be pushing the fight to those areas. They come from tough backgrounds, [both] Mexicans and Puerto Ricans. He won via unanimous decision. [29] Pettis won the fight by unanimous decision. Anthony spent his developmental years in the south side of Milwaukee, Wisconsin with his two siblings Ray and Sergio Pettis. SI.com: What would it be like for a fighter to be able to fight in the mecca of sports? [27] He won the fight via unanimous decision. Anthony Pettis Brother: He has two beloved brothers named as Ray Pettis and Sergio Pettis. A bantamweight bout pitting Sergio Pettis against Ricky Bandejas is expected to take place when Bellator MMA makes its return on July 24. [24], Pettis faced Ryan Benoit in a flyweight bout on March 14, 2015 at UFC 185. It’s going to be a good fight. I didn’t take it seriously until I was about 16, 17, when I got out of high school. He won via TKO in the first round. SI.com: What does the Anthony Pettis/Gilbert Melendez fight do for Latin American MMA? UFC lightweight champion Anthony Pettis and brother Sergio are one of MMA’s most exciting tandems. Sergio: Anthony, of course man. Sergio has a similar skill-set as Anthony, having trained in Taekwondo and boxing at a very early age. If it makes sense for me financially and I’m healthy enough, I’ll do it. Anthony Pettis grew up with two brothers – Sergio Pettis and Ray Pettis. [21] He won the fight via unanimous decision. Despite the loss, Pettis won a Fight of the Night bonus award for the bout. He fights on all technique and skill until he finds how good he really is. ESPN’s Ariel Helwani reported the breaking news about Pettis on Wednesday. If he finds that in the Octagon it’s going to be dangerous. It’s going to open that door for the UFC, and for me it’s going to put my brain into new cultures. [35] He won the fight via unanimous decision. Sergio: One-hundred-twenty-five [pounds] was hard, man. On January 7, 2012 Sergio took on Mike Lindquist at Madtown Throwdown 26. [53] However, Perez pulled out of the bout on August 26 citing an injury, [54] and he was replaced by Tyson Nam. Anthony Paul Pettis was born on January 27, 1987 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. I’m only 20, still growing hopefully [laughs]. It’s going to be crazy to see what is produced out of there. They know the story, it’s motivating. I want to get in and get the job done. SI.com: What’s your outlook on the future of the 155-pound division? The first time I saw him fight was when I was 13. His younger brother Sergio Pettis is also a well known mixed martial artist too. There’s so many great fighters there from boxing. The sale shatters the previous record by nearly $500,000, which was set by a Patrick Mahomes card that sold for $861,000 last month. SI Gambling insider Frankie Taddeo handicaps the Tampa Bay Derby, set to run on Saturday from Tampa Bay Downs, and includes the latest odds and best bets. I’m in the UFC now so I’m very blessed to be a part of this with him. Sergio Pettis Family Background | Parents and Siblings. Anthony: I’m going first round. Sergio’s Father Details. He’s not the first fighter to opt for a new home during free agency but at the time of his exit from the UFC, Pettis was still a top-ranked flyweight with a win over current No. I think they really support that. Anthony captured the lightweight strap from Benson Henderson in August 2013. My last three fights have ended in the first round. [50] However, on June 15, 2019 it was reported that Pettis pulled out of the bout due to injury. Unless, the UFC wants a super fight [with] me and [Jose] Aldo. You have a UFC gym where kids are training to become UFC fighters, let’s give them a place to shoot for. The bout also earned Pettis his second Fight of the Night bonus award. I’m not sure exactly why it’s taking so long, but the UFC is not going anywhere. Pettis (24-10) has been in the UFC since 2011 and overall he had an 11-9 record in the Octagon. Anthony Pettis vs. Sergio Pettis: What’s different between “Showtime” and “The Phenom” The Pettis brothers have the same boxing, but different power. Return to Bantamweight. Sergio is the youngest brother of Anthony and Rey Pettis. [41] Pettis lost the fight by unanimous decision. Sergio who was born on the 18th of August in 1993 is definitely a force to reckon with, much like his brother. Pettis attended Dominican High School. Anthony: Gilbert is a champ in his own right, a Strikeforce vet. [56], Pettis was scheduled to face Kai Kara-France on December 14, 2019 at UFC 245. Sergio Pettis will celebrate 28rd birthday on a Wednesday 18th of August 2021. Won the inaugural RFA Flyweight Championship. They know that I had a hard past. [11] He won via KO in the first round to win the RFA flyweight title. Right after I won it, I drove straight to his grave and showed him what I won. Anthony Pettis Father: He opened his eyes into the house of Mr. Eugene Pettis Jr. and his beloved wife Annette Garcia. [31] However, Pettis pulled out of the fight during the week leading up to the event citing what his trainer described as "a minor injury" and was replaced by promotional newcomer Brandon Moreno. However, Pettis has now joined the likes of former UFC champions Fabricio Werdum and Rory MacDonald in signing with PFL. His run is immature because he’s not at his peak yet. Melendez isn’t touching him. Performing in front of all my people there would be awesome. Anthony Petsis & Associates, Inc is a comprehensive financial services firm committed to helping our clients improve their long term financial success. Man, Madison Square Garden, to even headline a card like that. Pettis is now set to face Josh Robinson at NAFC: Battleground. I’m with Anthony for The Ultimate Fighter, coaching that. They’ve got to get behind that and support that one of their own is a UFC champ. [12], Pettis faced James Porter for the NAFC Bantamweight Championship, at NAFC: Battle in the Ballroom on September 28, 2013. I would say wrestling and football go together. The only reason I wanted to do it before was because I wanted to get a belt. Let’s bring MMA to New York. It’s the most stacked division in the UFC, and for me to be sitting atop of it is amazing. LeBron James selected Giannis Antetokounmpo as his first pick for the NBA All-Star Game Draft, but the two players chosen last were perhaps more notable. [62] He won the bout via unanimous decision. The ref just stopped the fight and we were all confused. But Pettis didn’t tell Roufus, apparently because he recalled when Roufus intervened in his brother Anthony Pettis’ fight vs. Tony Ferguson at UFC 229. He started training after having seen his brother Anthony train and compete in the ring as well as Octagon. My diet is still tough to make 135, I walk around at 160 when I’m not eating clean. On November 23, 2003, their father, Eugene Pettis, Jr., was stabbed to death by a robber at a friend's house. [59] Pettis made his promotional debut at Bellator 238 on January 25, 2020 against Alfred Khashakyan. [9], Resurrection Fighting Alliance announced that Pettis will take on UFC vet Jeff Curran for the inaugural RFA Flyweight Championship at RFA 8 on June 21, 2013 inside the historic The Rave/Eagles Club Milwaukee, Wisc. SI.com: Take us through your decision to fight at bantamweight and how your diet played a role. UFC 259 features THREE title... Explosiveness vs. Volume. Two of the champs are from this area. SI.com: Were you cornering Anthony when he won the title? You’ve got guys fighting for top spots. ​SI.com: When did you decide to follow in your brother’s footsteps? Sergio graduated from Pius XI Catholic High School located in Milwaukee, WI in June 2012. [20], Pettis faced Yaotzin Meza on June 7, 2014 at UFC Fight Night: Henderson vs. I train at a gym, Next Level in Waukesha, Wisconsin, and we have J.J. Watt there and we’re doing the same stuff he’s doing. They do the same stuff with football players and basketball players. Actually, one of our coaches is out coaching with us on the TUF show. Pettis went to Pius XI High School. SI.com: How instrumental have you been in Sergio’s UFC run? [25] After winning the first round, Pettis was dropped by left hook and finished off with a flurry of ground and pound from Benoit in the second round. My energy feels great and bantamweight is where I want to stay. He’s been in some wars. After that, I started training. I feel comfortable at 155, it’s my home. I wish it would’ve worked out to have my fight in Mexico, that’s my roots. They’re expanding. Mexican and Puerto Rican [through] my dad and my mom; I rep on my mom’s side more, so I was more in touch with the Mexican side of my family. Prior to signing with Bellator, Pettis competed in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), where he fought in both the Bantamweight and Flyweight divisions. Order UFC 259 PPV early! Pettis recently mentioned that his brother Sergio Pettis is in Bellator, so many fans and media figured that he might sign there, too. Sergio: It was crazy, a crazy experience. [23] He won the fight via unanimous decision. Sergio: I think it’s great to have that in MMA. Sergio: I don’t have an opponent scheduled. He’s only 20, he doesn’t even have his man strength. Pettis fought Tom McKenna at LFC 53. Pettis turned pro on September 10, 2011 against Kyle Vivian at Canadian Fighting Championship 7. It’s going to be huge for the UFC because they’re trying to break into that culture of Puerto Rico, Mexico and Latin America. [36], Pettis was expected to face Henry Cejudo on May 13, 2017 at UFC 211. As of his 2020 records, he has compiled a total of 22 wins – 11 by knockout, 7 by submission, and 4 … Everybody’s doubting me; I have a lot to prove. In his second UFC bout, Pettis faced Alex Caceres at UFC on Fox 10 on January 25, 2014. He grew up in the south side of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, along with his older brother, Reynaldo Pettis and younger brother, Sergio Pettis, who fights in the flyweight division.