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Rafael Cerqueira

"The Lion"
11-5-0BrazilBrazilLast 5

Last fight: Loss vs Joao Zeferino · Unanimous Decision · Jun 6, 2026

11-5-0 · 10 finishes · Full stats →
LAST FIGHT
LOSSvs Abdul Rakhman YakhyaevSUB · R1 0:33
UFCUFC Qatar: Tsarukyan vs Hooker·November 22, 2025

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CAREER SUMMARY

Rafael Cerqueira holds a professional MMA record of 11-5-0. Cerqueira has won 11 fights: 8 by KO/TKO, 2 by submission, 1 by decision. Of 5 career losses, 2 came by KO/TKO and 1 by submission. In the UFC, Cerqueira lands 1.56 significant strikes per minute with 44% accuracy and averages 0.00 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: November 22, 2025. Tracked organizations: UFC, BRAVE CF.

Profile

Height
6'3"191 cm
Weight
205 lbs93 kg
Reach
76"193 cm
Stance
Southpaw
DOB
Mar 15, 1990
Age
36
Nationality
Brazil
Birthplace
Salvador, Bahia, Brazil

Career history

  1. LOSS
    vs Joao Zeferino
    LMC 1· Jun 6, 2026· Light Heavyweight· 11-5 vs 28-11
    UD
  2. LOSS
    vs Abdul Rakhman Yakhyaev
    UFC Qatar: Tsarukyan vs Hooker· Nov 22, 2025· Light Heavyweight· 11-4 vs 8-0
    SUB
    R1 · 0:33
  3. LOSS
    vs Julius Walker
    UFC Fight Night: Dolidze vs Hernandez· Aug 9, 2025· Light Heavyweight· 11-3 vs 7-1
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  4. LOSS
    vs Modestas Bukauskas
    UFC Seattle: Cejudo vs Song· Feb 22, 2025· Light Heavyweight· 11-2 vs 17-6
    TKO
    R1 · 2:12
  5. LOSS
    vs Ibo Aslan
    UFC 308: Topuria vs Holloway· Oct 26, 2024· Light Heavyweight· 11-1 vs 14-1
    TKO
    R1 · 0:51
  6. WIN
    vs Rodrigo Araújo
    Demo Fight 19· Apr 28, 2024· Heavyweight· 11-0 vs 6-4
    TKO
    R1 · 4:58
  7. WIN
    vs Ivonilson Dias
    Demo Fight 18· Jan 27, 2024· Heavyweight· 10-0 vs 1-2
    TKO
    R1 · 4:18
  8. WIN
    vs Jhonathan Azevedo
    BRAVE CF 79· Dec 8, 2023· Catchweight· 9-0 vs 4-2
    TKO
    R1 · 01:18
  9. WIN
    vs Gutembergue Souza
    Demo Fight 17· Jul 29, 2023· 8-0 vs 0-2
    SUB
    R1 · 0:45
  10. WIN
    vs Otavio Lacerda×3Title bout · Title win #3
    Demo Fight 16· Mar 25, 2023· Light Heavyweight· 7-0 vs 9-8
    TKO
    R2 · 4:15
  11. WIN
    vs Wesley Martins×2Title bout · Title win #2
    Demo Fight 14· Sep 24, 2022· Light Heavyweight· 6-0 vs 17-10
    TKO
    R2 · 3:30
  12. WIN
    vs Silvio da Silva×1Title bout · Title win #1
    Demo Fight 13· May 28, 2022· Light Heavyweight· 5-0 vs 10-7
    SUB
    R1 · 4:59
  13. WIN
    vs Fernando Filho
    Qualify Combat 10· Apr 2, 2022· Light Heavyweight· 4-0 vs 4-2
    UD
  14. WIN
    vs Bruno Leonardo
    Demo Fight 10· Sep 25, 2021· Light Heavyweight· 3-0 vs 2-4
    TKO
    R1 · 4:40
  15. WIN
    vs Benicio Dias
    Imperium MMA Pro 15· Aug 14, 2021· Light Heavyweight· 2-0 vs 0-1
    TKO
    R1 · 0:45
  16. WIN
    vs Gustavo dos Santos
    Qualify Combat 9· Sep 7, 2019· Light Heavyweight· 1-0 vs 0-2
    TKO
    R1 · 0:35

Title bout· ×N = title win number N in that promotion

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

  • Galpao Da Luta

Fight DNA

Complete Fighter

UFCalendar's style model · Light Heavyweight roster (213 fighters)

PowerSpeedPrecisionDurabilityEngineWrestlingGround
Punch power92
Kick power75
Punch speed68
Kick speed77
Accuracy69
Takedowns44
Ground striking68
Submissions44
Chin86
Body strength95
Cardio81

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

By the numbers

Pro MMARecord: 11-5-0 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed1.76per min
44% accuracy
Strikes absorbed4.87per min
37% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed0.00per 15 min
Takedowns stuffed36%
Submission attempts0.0per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 0-4-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed1.56per min
44% accuracy
Strikes absorbed5.05per min
37% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed0.00per 15 min
Takedowns stuffed36%
Submission attempts0.0per 15 min
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Where they rank

All-time boards where Rafael Cerqueira sits in the top 25.

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Salary & career earnings

Disclosed purses, reported paydays and what we estimate Rafael Cerqueira earns per fight.

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1616▼18
Peak
1755Apr 28, 2024
Rated fights
16
1500160017002020202220242026Sep 7, 2019 · 1541Aug 14, 2021 · 1566Sep 25, 2021 · 1597Apr 2, 2022 · 1626May 28, 2022 · 1660Sep 24, 2022 · 1697Mar 25, 2023 · 1710Jul 29, 2023 · 1720Dec 8, 2023 · 1735Jan 27, 2024 · 1746Apr 28, 2024 · 1755Oct 26, 2024 · 1717Feb 23, 2025 · 1681Aug 9, 2025 · 1658Nov 22, 2025 · 1634Jun 6, 2026 · 16161616

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Frequently asked questions

When does Rafael Cerqueira fight next?

Rafael Cerqueira has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Rafael Cerqueira's record?

Rafael Cerqueira's professional MMA record is 11-5-0.

Who is Rafael Cerqueira fighting next?

Rafael Cerqueira's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Rafael Cerqueira fight last?

Rafael Cerqueira most recently fought Abdul Rakhman Yakhyaev at UFC Qatar: Tsarukyan vs Hooker on Saturday, November 22, 2025, LOSS (Submission).

What weight class does Rafael Cerqueira fight in?

Rafael Cerqueira fights at Light Heavyweight.

How many knockouts does Rafael Cerqueira have?

Rafael Cerqueira has 8 wins by KO/TKO and 2 wins by submission.

How tall is Rafael Cerqueira?

Rafael Cerqueira is 6'3" (191 cm) tall.

How much does Rafael Cerqueira weigh?

Rafael Cerqueira weighs 205 lbs (93 kg).

What is Rafael Cerqueira's reach?

Rafael Cerqueira has a reach of 76" (193 cm).

How old is Rafael Cerqueira?

Rafael Cerqueira is 36 years old (born Mar 15, 1990).

Where is Rafael Cerqueira from?

Rafael Cerqueira is from Brazil.

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