Matt Hobar
Matthew Hobar (born January 7, 1987) was an American mixed martial artist who competed in the UFC's bantamweight division. A professional competitor since 2011, Hobar also formerly competed for Legacy Fighting Championship and Shark Fights. He is the former Legacy FC bantamweight champion. Mixed martial arts career. Early career. Hobar compiled a 5–0 record in smaller organizations before signing with Legacy Fighting Championship. Legacy Fighting Championship. Hobar faced Steven Peterson at Legacy FC 13 on August 17, 2012. He lost the fight via TKO due to an arm injury in the first round. A rematch with Steven  Peterson took place at Legacy FC 16 on December 14, 2012. He won the fight via majority decision. He next faced Nelson Salas at Legacy FC 19 on April 12, 2013. He won the fight via unanimous decision. Hobar faced Angel Huerta for the vacant Legacy FC bantamweight championship at Legacy FC 21 on July 19, 2013. He won the fight via rear-naked choke submission in the first round. Ultimate Fighting Championship. Hobar stepped in as a replacement for Wilson Reis to face Pedro Munhoz at on May 31, 2014. He lost the fight via TKO in the first  round. Hobar faced Aaron Phillips at on August 23, 2014. He won the fight via unanimous decision. Hobar faced Sergio Pettis at UFC 181 on December 6, 2014. He lost the fight via unanimous decision. The bout earned Hobar a "Fight of the Night" bonus award. Hobar was expected to face Norifumi Yamamoto on September 27, 2015 at UFC Fight Night 75. However, the bout was scrapped as both fighters suffered injuries during the week leading up to the event. Matt Hobar officially retired July 2016 due to neck injuries.