UFC on Fox: Johnson vs. Moraga Full Fight Card, Date & Details
UFC on Fox: Johnson vs. Moraga
United States
Main Card • Final
R5, 3:43
Title Fight
Submission of the Night
Canada
R3, 5:00
R2, 0:24
R2, 3:57
Brazil
Prelims • Final
R2, 4:59
R3, 5:00
R2, 2:47
Knockout of the Night
R3, 5:00
R3, 5:00
Fight of the Night
Netherlands
R3, 5:00
Early Prelims • Final
R3, 5:00
R2, 2:49
Official Event Results
$50k FOTN
Official Post-Fight Bonus Awards
$50,000 Post-Fight Bonus Recipients
Fight of the Night: Ed Herman and Trevor Smith each earned a $50,000 bonus for their grueling three-round middleweight battle.
Knockout of the Night: Melvin Guillard earned $50,000 for his explosive second-round knockout finish over Mac Danzig.
Submission of the Night: Demetrious Johnson pocketed $50,000 for his dominant fifth-round armbar submission of John Moraga to retain his flyweight championship.
Reported Payouts & Disclosed Purses
Fighter Purses & Total Payout Estimates
| Fighter | Result | Base Purse | Win / Finish Bonus | Performance Bonus | Estimated Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WIN | $29,000 | $29,000 | $50,000 | $108,000 | |
| LOSS | $17,000 | — | — | $17,000 | |
| WIN | $24,000 | $24,000 | — | $48,000 | |
| LOSS | $52,000 | — | — | $52,000 | |
| WIN | $78,000 | $78,000 | — | $156,000 | |
| LOSS | $12,000 | — | — | $12,000 | |
| WIN | $12,000 | $12,000 | — | $24,000 | |
| LOSS | $8,000 | — | — | $8,000 | |
| WIN | $33,000 | $33,000 | — | $66,000 | |
| LOSS | $15,000 | — | — | $15,000 | |
| WIN | $29,000 | $29,000 | — | $60,400 | |
| LOSS | $9,600 | — | — | $9,600 | |
| WIN | $42,000 | $42,000 | $50,000 | $134,000 | |
| LOSS | $30,000 | — | — | $30,000 | |
| WIN | $10,000 | $10,000 | — | $20,000 | |
| LOSS | $21,000 | — | — | $21,000 | |
| WIN | $37,000 | $37,000 | $50,000 | $124,000 | |
| LOSS | $8,000 | — | $50,000 | $58,000 | |
| WIN | $9,000 | $9,000 | — | $18,000 | |
| LOSS | $9,000 | — | — | $9,000 | |
| WIN | $8,000 | $8,000 | — | $16,000 | |
| LOSS | $14,000 | — | — | $14,000 | |
| WIN | $10,000 | $10,000 | — | $22,000 | |
| LOSS | $8,000 | — | — | $8,000 |
*Disclosed purses reported by the Washington State Department of Licensing. Figures do not include locker room bonuses, pay-per-view points, or sponsor pay. Tim Means (missed weight at 160 lbs) and John Albert (missed weight at 137 lbs) each forfeited 20% of their base purses to their respective opponents ($2,400 to Danny Castillo and $2,000 to Yaotzin Meza). Estimated totals include official post-fight performance bonus awards ($50,000 each).
Historic UFC Records Set
Promotional Records Established at UFC on Fox: Johnson vs. Moraga
Demetrious Johnson submitted John Moraga via armbar at 3:43 of Round 5 (23:43 elapsed), recording the latest submission finish in UFC championship history at the time.
Demetrious Johnson completed 12 takedowns on 12 attempts (100% accuracy), setting the UFC record for the most takedowns landed in a bout without a single failed attempt.
Johnson joined Georges St-Pierre as only the second fighter in UFC history to record 10 or more takedowns in multiple Octagon bouts.
Future UFC strawweight champion Jéssica Andrade made her promotional debut at age 21, launching one of the most prolific female careers in UFC history.
Jorge Masvidal secured a dramatic D’Arce choke submission over Michael Chiesa with just one second remaining in the second frame (4:59), surviving a first-round knockdown.
Melvin Guillard flattened Mac Danzig in round two, securing his 8th knockout inside the UFC lightweight division and earning Knockout of the Night honors.
Robbie Lawler recorded his second consecutive knockout since returning to the UFC, finishing Bobby Voelker in just 24 seconds of round two with a left head kick.
Demetrious Johnson logged his second successful title defense and improved his flyweight record to 4-0-1, continuing what would become a record 11-defense title reign.
Averaging 2.04 million viewers, the live broadcast captured the #1 television ranking across all major networks in the coveted male 18–49 demographic on Saturday night.
Demetrious Johnson landed 112 total strikes against Moraga’s 53, setting a new high-water mark for flyweight championship output and striking differentials.
UFC’s third event at KeyArena drew 8,967 fans, producing $700,081 in live ticket receipts and establishing a strong Pacific Northwest presence.
Both Tim Means and John Albert missed their weight classes, triggering 20% purse forfeitures and creating two official catchweight bouts on the same card.
When and where did UFC on Fox: Johnson vs. Moraga take place?
UFC on Fox: Johnson vs. Moraga took place on Saturday, July 27, 2013, at the KeyArena in Seattle, Washington.
Who won the main event between Demetrious Johnson and John Moraga?
Demetrious Johnson defeated John Moraga via submission (armbar) at 3:43 of Round 5 to retain the UFC Flyweight Championship.
What submission record was set in the main event?
At 3:43 of the fifth round (23:43 elapsed time), Demetrious Johnson recorded the latest submission finish in UFC title fight history at the time, later surpassing it himself against Kyoji Horiguchi.
Who won the co-main event between Rory MacDonald and Jake Ellenberger?
Rory MacDonald defeated Jake Ellenberger via unanimous decision (30–27, 29–28, 30–27) in their three-round welterweight co-main event bout.
Who won the post-fight bonuses at UFC on Fox: Johnson vs. Moraga?
Four fighters received $50,000 post-fight bonus awards: Ed Herman vs. Trevor Smith (Fight of the Night), Melvin Guillard (Knockout of the Night), and Demetrious Johnson (Submission of the Night).
How did Robbie Lawler defeat Bobby Voelker?
Robbie Lawler scored a spectacular knockout via head kick and punches at 0:24 of Round 2, earning his second straight UFC victory.
Did Jessica Andrade make her UFC debut at this event?
Yes. Future UFC Strawweight Champion Jéssica Andrade made her promotional debut as a late replacement against Liz Carmouche, losing via second-round TKO.
What happened in the fight between Jorge Masvidal and Michael Chiesa?
After being dropped in the opening round, Jorge Masvidal rallied to submit The Ultimate Fighter 15 winner Michael Chiesa with a D’Arce choke at 4:59 of Round 2, with just one second remaining on the clock.
Why were there two catchweight bouts on the card?
Both Tim Means (160 lbs) and John Albert (137 lbs) missed weight. Each fighter forfeited 20% of their base purse to their opponent, and both matchups were held at catchweights.
How many takedowns did Demetrious Johnson land against Moraga?
Johnson completed a perfect 12 of 12 takedowns (100% accuracy), setting the UFC record for the most takedowns landed in a fight without missing an attempt.
What were the official attendance and live gate figures?
The event drew an attendance of 8,967 spectators with a live gate of $700,081 at KeyArena in Seattle.
How was UFC on Fox: Johnson vs. Moraga broadcast?
The main card aired live on network television via Fox, preliminary fights aired on FX, and early prelims streamed live globally on Facebook.
Who earned the highest disclosed purse at UFC on Fox: Johnson vs. Moraga?
Robbie Lawler earned the highest disclosed salary, pocketing $156,000 ($78,000 to show, $78,000 win bonus) for his knockout victory over Bobby Voelker.
Who were the commentators and announcer for the event?
The event was called cageside by commentators Mike Goldberg and Joe Rogan, with Bruce Buffer announcing fighter introductions.
How did Germaine de Randamie perform in her UFC debut?
Former world champion kickboxer Germaine de Randamie won her UFC debut by edging veteran Julie Kedzie via split decision (30–27, 28–29, 29–28).
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