Mixed Martial Arts Career
Spratt made his MMA debut in early 1999 when he defeated Jeremiah O'Neal by submission (rear naked choke) in the first round. He then won 9 of his next 14 fights including a win over MMA veteran Rich Clementi to bring his Mixed Martial Arts record to 10-5 before receiving his first call up to the UFC.
He made his debut for the promotion at UFC 37.5 against Zach Light. Spratt defeated Light by via first round armbar submission.
Spratt was then defeated by former UFC welterweight champion Carlos Newton at UFC 40 before picking up arguably the best win of his mixed martial arts career at UFC 42 defeating Robbie Lawler by submission (injury) in the second round.
After defeating Lawler, Spratt was offered a shot at the UFC welterweight title. However, Spratt did not feel he was ready to fight reigning champion Matt Hughes, and turned down the offer and was subsequently released from the promotion.
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