Felipe Bunes

"Felipinho"

15-9-0

BrazilLast 5

Last fight: Win vs Azam Gaforov · Submission · Oct 30, 2026

15-9-0 · 13 finishes · Full stats →

LAST FIGHT

WINvs Azam GaforovSUB · R1 4:13

ACAACA 209: Odilov vs Frolov·October 30, 2026

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Felipe Bunes holds a professional MMA record of 15-9-0. Bunes has won 15 fights: 3 by KO/TKO, 10 by submission, 2 by decision. Of 9 career losses, 1 came by KO/TKO and 2 by submission. In the UFC, Bunes lands 3.17 significant strikes per minute with 46% accuracy and averages 1.08 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: October 30, 2026. Tracked organizations: ACA, UFC.

Profile

Height: 5'7"170 cm
Weight: 125 lbs57 kg
Reach: 69"175 cm
Stance: Orthodox
DOB: Oct 29, 1989
Age: 37
Nationality: Brazil
Birthplace: Natal, Brazil

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Career history

WIN
vs Azam Gaforov
ACA 209: Odilov vs Frolov· Oct 30, 2026· Bantamweight· 15-9 vs 16-6
SUB
R1 · 4:13
LOSS
vs Édgar Cháirez
UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs Kavanagh· Feb 28, 2026· Flyweight· 14-9 vs 13-6
SD
R3 · 5:00
LOSS
vs Rafael Estevam
UFC Fight Night: Taira vs Park· Aug 2, 2025· Flyweight· 14-8 vs 14-0
UD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Jose Johnson
UFC Fight Night: Dern vs Ribas 2· Jan 11, 2025· Flyweight· 14-7 vs 16-10
SUB
R1 · 2:04
LOSS
vs Joshua Van
UFC Fight Night: Ankalaev vs Walker 2· Jan 13, 2024· Flyweight· 13-7 vs 10-1
TKO
R2 · 4:31
WIN
vs Yuma Horiuchi
LFA 149: Bunes vs. Horiuchi· Jan 6, 2023· Flyweight· 13-6 vs 10-6
TKO
R1 · 3:45
WIN
vs Wascar Cruz
LFA 135: Leyva vs. Reis· Jul 8, 2022· Flyweight· 12-6 vs 13-10
SD
LOSS
vs Jussier Formiga
LFA 124: Formiga vs. Bunes· Feb 11, 2022· Bantamweight· 11-6 vs 24-8
SUB
R2 · 1:53
WIN
vs Mikael Silander
ACA 128: Omielańczuk vs Goncharov· Sep 11, 2021· Bantamweight· 11-5 vs 20-9
SUB
R2 · 4:35
LOSS
vs Imran Bukuev
ACA 105: Almaty· Mar 6, 2020· Bantamweight· 10-5 vs 11-1
UD
R3 · 5:00
LOSS
vs Murad Magomedov
ACA 97: ACA 97 - Krasnodar· Aug 31, 2019· Lightweight· 10-4 vs 9-0
DEC
LOSS
vs Mansur Khatuev
ACA 91: ACA 91, Grozny· Jan 26, 2019· Bantamweight· 10-3 vs 8-0
UD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Yoni Sherbatov
ACA 85: ACB 85, Rimini· Apr 21, 2018· Bantamweight· 10-2 vs 7-1-1
SUB
R1 · 04:08
WIN
vs Magomedgadzhi Gadzhiev
Fight Nights Global 73· Sep 4, 2017· Flyweight· 9-2 vs 0-1
TKO
R1 · 4:47
WIN
vs Joel Paiva
Natal Fight Championship· Jan 28, 2017· 8-2 vs 4-3
SUB
WIN
vs Tarciano Pereira
1° Round Combat 2· May 6, 2016· Flyweight· 7-2 vs 3-2
TKO
R1 · 5:00
WIN
vs Carlos Andre
NFC 10· Apr 9, 2016· Bantamweight· 6-2 vs 5-2
UD
WIN
vs Kelton do Carmo
Action Fight Championship· Nov 28, 2015· 5-2 vs 2-1
SUB
WIN
vs Diogo Terencio
Maceio Fighting Championship· Oct 17, 2015· 4-2 vs 1-3
SUB
WIN
vs Anderson Melo
Maceio Fighting Championship· Mar 7, 2015· 3-2 vs 1-3
SUB
LOSS
vs Maycon Silvan
Rio Grande do Norte Regional· Aug 24, 2013· 2-2 vs 6-1
DEC
WIN
vs João Marcos
Rio Grande do Norte Regional· Jul 20, 2013· 2-1 vs 4-1
SUB
WIN
vs Unknown opponent
Rio Grande do Norte Regional· Feb 14, 2012· 1-1
SUB
LOSS
vs Daniel Rodrigues
Rio Grande do Norte Regional· Nov 11, 2011· 0-1 vs 4-0
SUB

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

Pitbull Brothers

Fight DNA

Submission Ace

UFCalendar's style model · Flyweight roster (208 fighters)

Submission Threat

99 · best in division

Punch power81

Kick power86

Punch speed67

Kick speed84

Accuracy57

Takedowns79

Ground striking66

Submissions99

Chin81

Body strength69

Cardio80

Attributes are rated 0-100 by UFCalendar's style model.

By the numbers

Pro MMARecord: 15-9-0 · Source: UFCalendar

Striking

Strikes landed3.17per min

46% accuracy

Strikes absorbed4.28per min

47% avoided

Grappling

Takedowns landed0.98per 15 min

23% success

Takedowns stuffed40%

Submission attempts2.6per 15 min

UFC careerRecord: 1-3-0 · Source: UFCStats.com

Striking

Strikes landed3.17per min

46% accuracy

Strikes absorbed4.57per min

47% avoided

Grappling

Takedowns landed1.08per 15 min

25% success

Takedowns stuffed40%

Submission attempts1.4per 15 min

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Where they rank

All-time boards where Felipe Bunes sits in the top 25.

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UFC

#11 Fastest submissions, Flyweight2:04

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Salary & career earnings

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current: 1679▲17
Peak: 1702Apr 21, 2018
Rated fights: 23

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Frequently asked questions

When does Felipe Bunes fight next?

Felipe Bunes has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Felipe Bunes's record?

Felipe Bunes's professional MMA record is 15-9-0.

Who is Felipe Bunes fighting next?

Felipe Bunes's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Felipe Bunes fight last?

Felipe Bunes most recently fought Azam Gaforov at ACA 209: Odilov vs Frolov on Friday, October 30, 2026, WIN (Submission).

What weight class does Felipe Bunes fight in?

Felipe Bunes fights at Bantamweight.

How many knockouts does Felipe Bunes have?

Felipe Bunes has 3 wins by KO/TKO and 10 wins by submission.

How tall is Felipe Bunes?

Felipe Bunes is 5'7" (170 cm) tall.

How much does Felipe Bunes weigh?

Felipe Bunes weighs 125 lbs (57 kg).

What is Felipe Bunes's reach?

Felipe Bunes has a reach of 69" (175 cm).

How old is Felipe Bunes?

Felipe Bunes is 37 years old (born Oct 29, 1989).

Where is Felipe Bunes from?

Felipe Bunes is from Brazil.

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