Devonte Smith


Devonte Smith is an American mixed martial artist currently competing in the Lightweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship.

Mixed martial arts career

Early career

After compiling an amateur record of 7-2-1, Smith started his professional MMA career in 2015 and fought primarily in Ohio. He amassed a record of 7-1 before competing in DWTNCS: Season 2, Episode 8.

Dana White's Tuesday Night Contender Series

Smith appeared in Dana White's Tuesday Night Contender Series Series Season 2, Episode 8 web-series program on August 7, 2018, facing Joseph Lowry. He won the fight via knockout in the first round.

Ultimate Fighting Championship

Smith made his UFC debut on November 10, 2018 against Julian Erosa at. He won the fight knockout in round one.
His next fight came on February 9, 2019 at UFC 234 against Dong Hyun Ma. He won the fight via technical knockout in round one. The win earned him the Performance of the Night bonus.
Smith was scheduled to face John Makdessi on August 17, 2019 at UFC 241. However, it was reported on July 30 that Makdessi was forced to withdraw for undisclosed reasons. Returning veteran Clay Collard was briefly linked as the replacement. In turn, Collard was removed from the bout during the week leading up to the event due to an undisclosed medical issue and he was replaced by promotional newcomer Khama Worthy. He lost the fight via technical knockout in round one.

Championships and accomplishments

Mixed martial arts