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Raphael Pessoa

"Bebezao"
10-7-0BrazilBrazilLast 5

Last fight: Loss vs Michael Smolik · Unanimous Decision · May 10, 2025

10-7-0 · 7 finishes · Full stats →
LAST FIGHT
LOSSvs Adam BogatyrevTKO · R1 1:08
ACAACA 141: Froes vs Suleymanov·July 22, 2022

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CAREER SUMMARY

Raphael Pessoa holds a professional MMA record of 10-7-0. Pessoa has won 10 fights: 6 by KO/TKO, 1 by submission, 3 by decision. Of 7 career losses, 5 came by KO/TKO and 1 by submission. In the UFC, Pessoa lands 2.16 significant strikes per minute with 27% accuracy and averages 0.00 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: July 22, 2022. Tracked organizations: ACA, UFC.

Profile

Height
6'3"191 cm
Weight
262 lbs119 kg
Reach
78"198 cm
Stance
Orthodox
DOB
Mar 9, 1989
Age
37
Nationality
Brazil
Birthplace
Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Career history

  1. LOSS
    vs Michael Smolik
    We Love MMA 79· May 10, 2025· Middleweight· 10-7 vs 6-2
    UD
  2. LOSS
    vs Boris Atangana
    KOF 13· Jan 24, 2025· Heavyweight· 10-6 vs 5-0
    TKO
    R1 · 2:05
  3. LOSS
    vs Adam Bogatyrev
    ACA 141: Froes vs Suleymanov· Jul 22, 2022· Heavyweight· 10-5 vs 9-3
    TKO
    R1 · 1:08
  4. LOSS
    vs Daniel James
    ACA 132: Johnson vs Vakhaev· Nov 19, 2021· Heavyweight· 10-4 vs 12-6-1
    TKO
    R2 · 2:14
  5. LOSS
    vs Mukhumat Vakhaev
    ACA 127: Kerefov vs Albaskhanov· Aug 28, 2021· Heavyweight· 10-3 vs 10-4-1
    KO
    R1 · 4:28
  6. LOSS
    vs Tanner Boser
    UFC Fight Night: Whittaker vs Till· Jul 26, 2020· Heavyweight· 10-2 vs 19-6-1
    TKO
    R2 · 2:36
  7. WIN
    vs Jeff Hughes
    UFC Fight Night: Maia vs Askren· Oct 26, 2019· Heavyweight· 10-1 vs 10-3
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  8. LOSS
    vs Ciryl Gane
    UFC Fight Night: Shevchenko vs Carmouche· Aug 10, 2019· Heavyweight· 9-1 vs 4-0
    SUB
    R1 · 4:12
  9. WIN
    vs Brian Heden
    LFA 50: Allen vs. Hiley· Sep 21, 2018· Heavyweight· 9-0 vs 31-17
    TKO
    R1 · 1:39
  10. WIN
    vs Wagner Maia
    Shooto Brasil 78· Nov 26, 2017· Heavyweight· 8-0 vs 5-2
    UD
  11. WIN
    vs Diego Pimenta
    DC Pro· Aug 26, 2017· 7-0 vs 0-2
    TKO
  12. WIN
    vs Carlos Alexandre
    NCE 16: Ladies· Jul 15, 2017· Heavyweight· 6-0 vs 0-1
    TKO
    R1 · 2:56
  13. WIN
    vs Luan Mendes Oliveira
    Rio de Janeiro Regional· Jun 11, 2017· 5-0 vs 0-3
    TKO
  14. WIN
    vs Leonardo Alves
    NCE 13· May 13, 2017· Heavyweight· 4-0 vs 2-3
    UD
  15. WIN
    vs Fábio Marongiu
    NCE 11· Mar 18, 2017· Heavyweight· 3-0 vs 3-7
    TKO
    R2 · 5:00
  16. WIN
    vs Romulo Ismael
    NCE 10· Feb 4, 2017· Heavyweight· 2-0 vs 0-2
    SUB
    R1 · 1:34
  17. WIN
    vs Bruno Luiz Nicolau
    NCE 9· Dec 10, 2016· Heavyweight· 1-0 vs 0-3
    TKO
    R1 · 0:26

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

  • Evolucao Thai

Career stats

Pro MMARecord: 10-7-0 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed2.16per min
27% accuracy
Strikes absorbed3.43per min
42% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed0.00per 15 min
0% success
Takedowns stuffed100%
Submission attempts0.0per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 1-2-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed2.16per min
27% accuracy
Strikes absorbed3.43per min
42% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed0.00per 15 min
0% success
Takedowns stuffed100%
Submission attempts0.0per 15 min
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Salary & career earnings

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1514▼16
Peak
1725Sep 21, 2018
Rated fights
17
15001600170020172019202120232025Dec 10, 2016 · 1538Feb 4, 2017 · 1570Mar 18, 2017 · 1598May 13, 2017 · 1618Jun 11, 2017 · 1643Jul 15, 2017 · 1668Aug 26, 2017 · 1680Nov 26, 2017 · 1696Sep 21, 2018 · 1725Aug 11, 2019 · 1685Oct 26, 2019 · 1712Jul 26, 2020 · 1682Aug 28, 2021 · 1647Nov 19, 2021 · 1618Jul 22, 2022 · 1587Jan 24, 2025 · 1530May 10, 2025 · 15141514

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Frequently asked questions

When does Raphael Pessoa fight next?

Raphael Pessoa has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Raphael Pessoa's record?

Raphael Pessoa's professional MMA record is 10-7-0.

Who is Raphael Pessoa fighting next?

Raphael Pessoa's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Raphael Pessoa fight last?

Raphael Pessoa most recently fought Adam Bogatyrev at ACA 141: Froes vs Suleymanov on Friday, July 22, 2022, LOSS (TKO).

What weight class does Raphael Pessoa fight in?

Raphael Pessoa fights at Heavyweight.

How many knockouts does Raphael Pessoa have?

Raphael Pessoa has 6 wins by KO/TKO and 1 win by submission.

How tall is Raphael Pessoa?

Raphael Pessoa is 6'3" (191 cm) tall.

How much does Raphael Pessoa weigh?

Raphael Pessoa weighs 262 lbs (119 kg).

What is Raphael Pessoa's reach?

Raphael Pessoa has a reach of 78" (198 cm).

How old is Raphael Pessoa?

Raphael Pessoa is 37 years old (born Mar 9, 1989).

Where is Raphael Pessoa from?

Raphael Pessoa is from Brazil.

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