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Manoel Sousa

"Manumito"
15-1-0★ 1bonusBrazilBrazilLast 5
Amateur MMA 3-0

Last fight: Win vs Richie Miranda · Unanimous Decision · Aug 8, 2026

15-1-0 · 12 finishes · Full stats →
LAST FIGHT
WINvs Richie MirandaUD · R3 5:00
UFCUFC Fight Night: Gamrot vs Salkilld·August 8, 2026

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CAREER SUMMARY

Manoel Sousa holds a professional MMA record of 15-1-0. Sousa has won 15 fights: 9 by KO/TKO, 3 by submission, 3 by decision. In the UFC, Sousa lands 4.73 significant strikes per minute with 46% accuracy and averages 0.51 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: August 8, 2026. Tracked organizations: UFC, BELLATOR, PFL.

Profile

Height
5'9"175 cm
Weight
155 lbs70 kg
Reach
70"178 cm
Stance
Orthodox
DOB
Jun 4, 1997
Age
29
Nationality
Brazil
Birthplace
Acarau, Ceara, Brazil

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Career history

  1. WIN
    vs Richie Miranda
    UFC Fight Night: Gamrot vs Salkilld· Aug 8, 2026· Lightweight· 15-1 vs 13-2
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  2. WIN
    vs Bolaji Oki
    UFC Fight Night: Emmett vs Vallejos· Mar 14, 2026· Lightweight· 14-1 vs 10-4
    TKO
    R3 · 4:12
    POTN
  3. WIN
    vs Cristian Pérez
    UFC · Dana White's Contender Series 79· Aug 26, 2025· Lightweight· 13-1 vs 13-2
    TKO
    R3 · 03:00
  4. WIN
    vs Lucas Barros
    LFA 205: Pires vs Abojer· Mar 28, 2025· Lightweight· 12-1 vs 8-3-1
    UD
  5. LOSS
    vs Archie Colgan
    Bellator Champions Series London: McCourt vs Collins· Sep 14, 2024· Lightweight· 11-1 vs 11-0
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  6. WIN
    vs Tim Wilde
    Bellator Champions Series Belfast: Anderson vs Moore· Mar 22, 2024· Lightweight· 11-0 vs 17-5-1
    TKO
    R1 · 4:48
  7. WIN
    vs Paulo Henrique Laia
    PFL Challenger Series 2023: Week 4· Feb 17, 2023· Lightweight· 10-0 vs 14-6
    DEC
    R3 · 5:00
  8. WIN
    vs Mauro Chaulet
    CFFC 109: Curatolo vs. Paiva· May 27, 2022· Lightweight· 9-0 vs 14-9
    TKO
    R2 · 1:45
  9. WIN
    vs Trevor Ollison
    CFFC 105: Jeffrey vs. Harris· Jan 29, 2022· Lightweight· 8-0 vs 5-4
    SUB
    R1 · 2:13
  10. WIN
    vs Brendo Bispo
    SFT 27: Bispo vs. Sousa· Jul 15, 2021· Lightweight· 7-0 vs 17-5
    TKO
    R1 · 4:56
  11. WIN
    vs Estabili Amato
    SFT 24: Cabeção vs. Jacaré· Nov 14, 2020· Lightweight· 6-0 vs 10-4
    SUB
    R2 · 4:45
  12. WIN
    vs Vandirson Alves
    SFT 21: Faria vs. Carrasco· Feb 29, 2020· Lightweight· 5-0 vs 6-2
    TKO
    R1 · 1:52
  13. WIN
    vs Maurício Ruffy
    SFT 18· Nov 30, 2019· Lightweight· 4-0 vs 5-1
    TKO
    R2 · 2:41
  14. WIN
    vs Richard Martins
    SFT 15· Aug 31, 2019· Lightweight· 3-0 vs 1-1
    TKO
    R1 · 3:05
  15. WIN
    vs Miguel Cabrera
    SFT 13: Mexico· Jul 6, 2019· 2-0 vs 0-1
    SUB
    R2 · 1:44
  16. WIN
    vs Luis Eduardo Silva
    SFT 12· May 25, 2019· Welterweight· 1-0 vs 0-1
    TKO
    R2 · 2:44

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

  • Academia Octógono

Fight DNA

Knockout Artist

UFCalendar's style model · Lightweight roster (480 fighters)

PowerSpeedPrecisionDurabilityEngineWrestlingGround
One-Shot Power
98 · top 2% in division
Sniper
98 · top 1% in division
Fast Hands
98 · top 2% in division
Punch power98
Kick power94
Punch speed98
Kick speed97
Accuracy98
Takedowns91
Ground striking94
Submissions92
Chin88
Body strength91
Cardio93

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

By the numbers

Pro MMARecord: 15-1-0 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed4.27per min
49% accuracy
Strikes absorbed3.48per min
55% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed0.36per 15 min
20% success
Takedowns stuffed74%
Submission attempts1.1per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 2-0-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed4.73per min
46% accuracy
Strikes absorbed4.45per min
55% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed0.51per 15 min
25% success
Takedowns stuffed82%
Submission attempts0.5per 15 min
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Bonus résumé

Manoel Sousa has won 1 UFC post-fight bonus. Estimated bonus earnings: $100,000.

★ Performance of the Night ×1
  1. ★ POTNvs Bolaji Oki · UFC Fight Night: Emmett vs VallejosMar 14, 2026

Estimates use each era's real amount: $50,000 from 2012, $100,000 from UFC 324, plus $25,000 finish incentives.

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Salary & career earnings

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1871▲23
Peak
1871Aug 8, 2026
Rated fights
16
1500165018002020202220242026May 25, 2019 · 1541Jul 6, 2019 · 1576Aug 31, 2019 · 1613Nov 30, 2019 · 1655Feb 29, 2020 · 1698Nov 14, 2020 · 1731Jul 15, 2021 · 1748Jan 29, 2022 · 1765May 27, 2022 · 1776Feb 18, 2023 · 1794Mar 22, 2024 · 1810Sep 14, 2024 · 1788Mar 28, 2025 · 1797Aug 26, 2025 · 1826Mar 14, 2026 · 1848Aug 8, 2026 · 18711871

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Frequently asked questions

When does Manoel Sousa fight next?

Manoel Sousa has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Manoel Sousa's record?

Manoel Sousa's professional MMA record is 15-1-0.

Who is Manoel Sousa fighting next?

Manoel Sousa's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Manoel Sousa fight last?

Manoel Sousa most recently fought Richie Miranda at UFC Fight Night: Gamrot vs Salkilld on Saturday, August 8, 2026, WIN (Unanimous Decision).

What weight class does Manoel Sousa fight in?

Manoel Sousa fights at Lightweight.

How many knockouts does Manoel Sousa have?

Manoel Sousa has 9 wins by KO/TKO and 3 wins by submission.

How many UFC bonuses has Manoel Sousa won?

Manoel Sousa has won 1 UFC post-fight bonus: 1× Performance of the Night.

How tall is Manoel Sousa?

Manoel Sousa is 5'9" (175 cm) tall.

How much does Manoel Sousa weigh?

Manoel Sousa weighs 155 lbs (70 kg).

What is Manoel Sousa's reach?

Manoel Sousa has a reach of 70" (178 cm).

How old is Manoel Sousa?

Manoel Sousa is 29 years old (born Jun 4, 1997).

Where is Manoel Sousa from?

Manoel Sousa is from Brazil.

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