Timothy A. Boetsch[4] (/ˈboʊtʃ/; born January 28, 1981) is an American professional mixed martial artist currently fighting in the Middleweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship.[5] In addition to the UFC, Boetsch has formerly competed as an alternate for the New York Pitbulls in the International Fight League and King of the Cage.[6] He holds victories over former UFC welterweight champion Johny Hendricks and former Bellator middleweight champion Hector Lombard.[7]