Keith Wisniewski (born October 25, 1981) is an American professional

mixed martial artist Mixed martial arts (MMA) is a full-contact fighting sport based on striking and grappling; incorporating techniques from various combat sports from around the world. In the early 20th century, various inter-stylistic contests took place t ...

currently competing in the

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division. He has competed for the

UFC The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is an American mixed martial arts (MMA) promotion company based in Las Vegas, Nevada. It is owned and operated by TKO Group Holdings, a majority owned subsidiary of Endeavor Group Holdings. The larg ...

, IFL,

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, Ironheart Crown, and BodogFIGHT.

Mixed martial arts career

Ultimate Fighting Championship

Wisniewski made his UFC debut at UFC 56 against Nick Thompson. He lost a unanimous decision.

Post-UFC

Following his release from the UFC, Wisniewski lost four straight fights but then went on a six-fight winning streak that included victories over UFC veterans Pete Spratt and Chris Wilson, leading to him being re-signed with the promotion.

Return to UFC

Wisniewski faced Josh Neer in his UFC return on October 1, 2011, at UFC Live: Cruz vs. Johnson. He lost the fight via TKO (doctor stoppage) at the conclusion of the second round. Wisniewski faced newcomer Chris Clements on April 21, 2012, at UFC 145. He lost the fight via split decision after three back and forth rounds. Wisniewski was slated to face Marcelo Guimares on September 4, 2013, at UFC Fight Night 28. However, Guimaraes pulled out of the bout citing an injury and was replaced by Ivan Jorge. He lost the fight via unanimous decision and was subsequently released from the promotion.

Mixed martial arts record

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Shonie Carter Shonie Carter (born May 3, 1972), is an American former mixed martial artist. He is a former WEC Welterweight Champion, a UFC veteran, and a contestant on '' The Ultimate Fighter 4'' reality show. He has also competed in Pancrase, Shooto, Ki ...

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* * {{DEFAULTSORT:Wisniewski, Keith American male mixed martial artists Living people People from Portage, Indiana 1981 births Welterweight mixed martial artists American people of Polish descent Ultimate Fighting Championship male fighters