13 Facts About Antonio Banuelos

Juan Antonio Banuelos was born on September 23,1979 and is an American former mixed martial artist who competed in the Bantamweight division.

Antonio Banuelos is perhaps best known for being a longtime competitor for World Extreme Cagefighting, making his debut at WEC 5: Halloween Havoc.

Antonio Banuelos was defeated by Eddie Wineland for the first ever WEC Bantamweight Championship at WEC 20.

Antonio Banuelos defeated Scott Jorgensen via split decision at WEC 41 in a fight that many, including WEC general manager Reed Harris has speculated is a candidate for fight of the year.

Antonio Banuelos was scheduled to face Damacio Page on April 24,2010, at WEC 48, but Page was forced off the card with an injury.

Antonio Banuelos instead faced Jorgensen in a rematch of their bout from WEC 41 which Antonio Banuelos won via split decision.

Antonio Banuelos faced Chad George on September 30,2010, at WEC 51.

Antonio Banuelos made his promotional debut against the former WEC Bantamweight Champion Miguel Torres on February 5,2011, at UFC 126.

Antonio Banuelos struggled with the height and reach advantage of Torres and was unable to mount any significant offense until the latter half of the final round.

Antonio Banuelos lost the fight via unanimous decision, and was released from the promotion.

Antonio Banuelos faced Josh Sampo in his flyweight debut at Legacy FC 14 on September 14,2012.

Antonio Banuelos faced Alptekin Ozkilic at Legacy FC 20 on May 31,2013.

Antonio Banuelos lost the fight via first round TKO, dropping his third straight fight in the process.