Tony Sims

Anthony "Tony" Marshall Sims (born October 14, 1985) is an American mixed martial artist who competes in the lightweight division. He is best known for competing in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC).

Background
Tony grew up with an older brother in Davenport, Iowa. Urged by their single mother to find some activities, Tony started boxing at the age of seven. He also picked up wrestling at the age of 12. Tony completed his undergraduate degrees in Architecture and Engineering from Iowa State University before completing his graduate studies in University of Minnesota.

Ultimate Fighting Championship
Sims made his UFC debut against Steve Montgomery on June 27, 2015 at UFC Fight Night: Machida vs. Romero. He won the fight by knockout in the first round.

Sims next fought Olivier Aubin-Mercier on short notice at UFC Fight Night: Holloway vs. Oliveira on August 23, 2015, replacing an injured Chris Wade. He lost the fight to Aubin-Mercier by unanimous decision.

Sims faced Abel Trujillo on January 20, 2016 at UFC 195. He lost the fight by guillotine choke in the first round. He was subsequently released from the promotion.

Championships and accomplishments

 * Prize FC
 * Prize FC Lightweight Championship (one time)
 * Two successful title defenses
 * Fight to Win
 * Fight to Win Lightweight Championship (one time)
 * One successful title defense