Dustin Kimura (born May 21, 1989) is an

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mixed martial artist, who formerly competed in the

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division of the

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Background

Kimura went to

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and then attended Honolulu Community College for Welding Technology. Dustin currently trains at Gracie Technics Honolulu.

MMA career

Early career

Kimura compiled a 9–0 professional record before signing with the UFC.

Ultimate Fighting Championship

Kimura made his promotional debut against Chico Camus on February 2, 2013 at UFC 156. He won the fight via submission in the third round. In his second fight with the promotion, Kimura faced Mitch Gagnon on September 21, 2013 at

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. He lost the fight via submission, resulting in the first loss of his professional MMA career. Kimura faced promotional newcomer Jon Delos Reyes on January 4, 2014 at

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. He won the fight via submission in the first round. Kimura faced George Roop on April 16, 2014 at The Ultimate Fighter Nations Finale. He lost the fight via unanimous decision. Kimura was expected to face Ian Entwistle on September 5, 2014 at

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. However, Entwistle pulled out of the bout citing an injury. Subsequently, Kimura was paired with

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at the event. In turn, Kimura also pulled out of the bout and was replaced by Tateki Matsuda. Kimura faced promotional newcomer Henry Cejudo on December 13, 2014 at

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. He lost the fight by unanimous decision, and was subsequently released from the promotion shortly after.

Mixed martial arts record

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Amateur mixed martial arts record

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