The Pitbull
Andrei Arlovski
Career overview
Andrei Arlovski, known as "The Pitbull," holds a professional record of 34-24-0 (2 NC) and competes as an orthodox heavyweight standing 6'3" with a 77-inch reach. The veteran striker averages 3.82 strikes landed per minute with 45% accuracy while absorbing 3.22 strikes per minute and maintaining 57% striking defense, establishing him as a durable volume striker rather than a submission or takedown threat—his 0.37 takedown average per 15 minutes and 76% takedown defense reflect a fighter who operates primarily in the stand-up game.
Over his recent eight-fight stretch, Arlovski has compiled a 5-3 record, including notable victories over Antonio Silva via first-round TKO in 2014 and Frank Mir by unanimous decision in 2015, though he has suffered losses to Josh Barnett by submission in 2016 and Marcos Rogerio de Lima by first-round submission in 2022. At 45 years old, Arlovski remains active in the heavyweight division but faces the physical demands of competing at an advanced age against younger, hungrier contenders.