Dominick Reyes has consistently demonstrated elite athleticism, both in football and in the UFC.
While now a UFC star, Reyes` initial passion was football, fueled by aspirations of playing in the NFL. When those ambitions didn`t materialize, he transitioned to MMA, discovering that his athletic abilities were well-suited for the cage.
Since committing to MMA, Reyes, known as “The Devastator,” has experienced a rapid ascent. The fighter of Mexican-American heritage quickly built an impressive winning streak early in his UFC career and emerged as a promising contender in the Light Heavyweight division.
His first title fight against Jon Jones resulted in a loss, the first of four consecutive defeats. However, displaying resilience, the former football player has since rebounded and is determined to climb back into championship contention.
How old is Dominick Reyes?
Born on December 26, 1989, Dominick Reyes is currently 35 years old. He spent his childhood in California and excelled in college football.
Reyes was eligible for the 2013 NFL draft but was not selected, a setback to his aspirations of playing professional football.
After stepping away from football, Reyes entered the construction industry while simultaneously training in MMA. He began competing in MMA fights shortly after, starting in 2014.
Dominick Reyes height, weight, and reach
Dominick Reyes is 6 feet 4 inches tall, which translates to 193cm.
Competing in the UFC`s Light Heavyweight division, he must meet a weight limit of 205lbs. In his most recent bout, a knockout victory against Anthony Smith, Reyes weighed in precisely at 205lbs.
His reach measures 77 inches, or 196cm.
Dominick Reyes Social Media
Reyes maintains an active presence on Instagram, where he has cultivated a substantial following. With 289,000 followers, the UFC fighter shares a variety of content, including training footage, fight highlights, and personal moments with his wife.
His Instagram username is domreyes24.
He also has an X (formerly Twitter) account, but his last post was in July 2024, a repost of a UFC fight. It is not actively used.
Who is Dominick Reyes’ wife?
Dominick Reyes is married to Brenda Lupian. He revealed in an Instagram post celebrating her 25th birthday on October 5, 2024, that she is 10 years his junior.
They celebrated their marriage on January 11, 2025, with a private ceremony at the Bella Blanca event venue in North Hollywood, California.
Dominick Reyes MMA record
| WLD | (T)KO | SUB |
| 14-4-0 | 9-3 | 2-0 |
Dominick Reyes MMA stats
| Significant Strikes Landed per Minute | 5.26 |
| Significant Striking Accuracy | 54% |
| Significant Strikes Absorbed per Minute | 4.14 |
| Significant Strike Defense | 59% |
| Average Takedowns Landed per 15 minutes | 1.45 |
| Takedown Accuracy | 50% |
| Takedown Defense | 80% |
| Average Submissions Attempted per 15 minutes | 0 |
Dominick Reyes net worth
According to MMASalaries, Dominick Reyes` estimated net worth is between $1-2 million, with total career fight earnings reaching $1,296,500.
Their report also indicates his largest single payout was $380,000 for his main event fight against Jon Jones.
Dominick Reyes next fight
Dominick Reyes is scheduled to fight Nikita Krylov at UFC 314, aiming for his third consecutive victory.
Reyes expresses confidence in defeating Krylov and appears relaxed leading up to the fight, with his focus seemingly more on Jon Jones than his current opponent.
Krylov is returning after a 16-month hiatus from fighting, potentially giving Reyes an advantage. Reyes is expected to have superior in-ring conditioning and is favored to win the fight.
Dominick Reyes’ walk-out song
In the past, Reyes has used the popular rap track “Still D.R.E” by Dr. Dre as his walk-out song. Released in 1999, the song likely holds nostalgic significance for Reyes from his childhood.
Dominick Reyes vs. Jon Jones
The most significant fight of Reyes` career was his challenge against Jon Jones for the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship at UFC 247. Undefeated at the time, Reyes aimed to end Jones` nine-year reign as champion.
Leveraging his football background, Reyes utilized his power, athleticism, and footwork to aggressively challenge Jones. He outperformed Jones in the first three rounds, but Jones rallied in the final two rounds as Reyes` stamina seemed to diminish.
Jones was declared the winner by judge`s decision, although Dana White publicly stated he believed Reyes had won. This close fight highlighted Reyes` potential to dethrone the Light Heavyweight champion and demonstrated his capabilities as a high-level fighter.
