Rodrigo Nascimento

"Ze' Colmeia"

12-5-0

BrazilLast 5

Last fight: Loss vs Alexander Romanov · Submission · Apr 11, 2026

12-5-0 · 8 finishes · Full stats →

LAST FIGHT

LOSSvs Alexander RomanovSUB · R2 3:10

PFLPFL Chicago: Pettis vs McKee·April 11, 2026

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Rodrigo Nascimento holds a professional MMA record of 12-5-0. Nascimento has won 12 fights: 2 by KO/TKO, 6 by submission, 4 by decision. Of 5 career losses, 2 came by KO/TKO and 1 by submission. In the UFC, Nascimento lands 3.69 significant strikes per minute with 47% accuracy and averages 1.06 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: April 11, 2026. Tracked organizations: PFL, UFC.

Profile

Height: 6'2"188 cm
Weight: 246 lbs112 kg
Reach: 80"203 cm
Stance: Orthodox
DOB: Nov 26, 1992
Age: 33
Nationality: Brazil
Birthplace: Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil

Career history

LOSS
vs Alexander Romanov
PFL Chicago: Pettis vs McKee· Apr 11, 2026· Heavyweight· 12-5 vs 22-4
SUB
R2 · 3:10
LOSS
vs Oleg Popov
PFL World Tournament 7: 2025 Semifinals· Jun 27, 2025· Heavyweight· 12-4 vs 21-2
UD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Abraham Bably
PFL World Tournament 4: 2025 First Round· May 1, 2025· Heavyweight· 12-3 vs 5-2
SD
R3 · 5:00
LOSS
vs Alexander Romanov
UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs Albazi· Nov 2, 2024· Heavyweight· 11-3 vs 18-3
UD
R3 · 5:00
LOSS
vs Derrick Lewis
UFC Fight Night: Lewis vs Nascimento· May 11, 2024· Heavyweight· 11-2 vs 28-12
TKO
R3 · 0:49
WIN
vs Don'Tale Mayes
UFC Fight Night: Almeida vs Lewis· Nov 4, 2023· Heavyweight· 11-1 vs 10-6
UD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Ilir Latifi
UFC Fight Night: Dern vs Hill· May 20, 2023· Heavyweight· 10-1 vs 16-9
SD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Tanner Boser
UFC Fight Night: Sandhagen vs Song· Sep 17, 2022· Heavyweight· 9-1 vs 20-9-1
SD
R3 · 5:00
NC
vs Alan Baudot
UFC Fight Night: Makhachev vs Moises· Jul 17, 2021· Heavyweight· 8-1 vs 7-3
Overturned
R2 · 1:29
LOSS
vs Chris Daukaus
UFC Fight Night: Moraes vs Sandhagen· Oct 11, 2020· Heavyweight· 8-1 vs 10-3
TKO
R1 · 0:45
WIN
vs Don'Tale Mayes
UFC Fight Night: Overeem vs Harris· May 16, 2020· Heavyweight· 8-0 vs 7-4
SUB
R2 · 2:05
WIN
vs Michal Martínek
UFC · Dana White's Contender Series 22· Jul 30, 2019· Heavyweight· 7-0 vs 7-1
SUB
R1 · 3:16
WIN
vs Everton dos Anjos
JF Fights· Oct 7, 2017· 6-0 vs 4-2
SUB
WIN
vs Fabio Moreira
BH Sparta· Nov 19, 2016· 5-0 vs 1-5
SUB
WIN
vs Fabricio Nascimento
BH Sparta· Apr 15, 2016· 4-0 vs 0-1
SUB
WIN
vs Ricardo Jordano
Full House Battle Home 3.1· Mar 29, 2014· Catchweight· 3-0 vs 1-1
TKO
R1 · 0:39
WIN
vs Raphael Caixeta
Brasil Fight· Apr 21, 2013· 2-0 vs 1-1
SUB
WIN
vs Unknown opponent
Minas Gerais Regional· Mar 24, 2012· 1-0
TKO

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

American Top Team

Fight DNA

Complete Fighter

UFCalendar's style model · Heavyweight roster (255 fighters)

Punch power61

Kick power83

Punch speed61

Kick speed68

Accuracy67

Takedowns81

Ground striking59

Submissions94

Chin93

Body strength83

Cardio72

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

By the numbers

Pro MMARecord: 12-5-0 · Source: UFCalendar

Striking

Strikes landed3.18per min

47% accuracy

Strikes absorbed4.31per min

42% avoided

Grappling

Takedowns landed0.71per 15 min

38% success

Takedowns stuffed59%

Submission attempts0.4per 15 min

UFC careerRecord: 4-3-0 (1 NC) · Source: UFCStats.com

Striking

Strikes landed3.69per min

47% accuracy

Strikes absorbed4.42per min

45% avoided

Grappling

Takedowns landed1.06per 15 min

38% success

Takedowns stuffed59%

Submission attempts0.4per 15 min

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Where they rank

All-time boards where Rodrigo Nascimento sits in the top 25.

All MMA

#19 Most decision wins, Heavyweight4

PFL

UFC

#20 Most submissions, Heavyweight2

Recent & upcoming opponents

Salary & career earnings

Disclosed purses, reported paydays and what we estimate Rodrigo Nascimento earns per fight.

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Official UFC Ranking

Rodrigo Nascimento's standing in the official UFC rankings, tracked since 2013.

Current: Unranked
Peak: #14 Heavyweight
First ranked: Aug 22, 2023
Times ranked: 45

Heavyweight

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Official PFL Ranking

Rodrigo Nascimento's standing in the official PFL rankings.

Current: Unranked
Peak: #5 Heavyweight
First ranked: Apr 15, 2026
Times ranked: 1

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current: 1626▼18
Peak: 1713May 17, 2020
Rated fights: 16

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Frequently asked questions

When does Rodrigo Nascimento fight next?

Rodrigo Nascimento has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Rodrigo Nascimento's record?

Rodrigo Nascimento's professional MMA record is 12-5-0.

Who is Rodrigo Nascimento fighting next?

Rodrigo Nascimento's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Rodrigo Nascimento fight last?

Rodrigo Nascimento most recently fought Alexander Romanov at PFL Chicago: Pettis vs McKee on Saturday, April 11, 2026, LOSS (Submission).

What weight class does Rodrigo Nascimento fight in?

Rodrigo Nascimento fights at Heavyweight.

How many knockouts does Rodrigo Nascimento have?

Rodrigo Nascimento has 2 wins by KO/TKO and 6 wins by submission.

How tall is Rodrigo Nascimento?

Rodrigo Nascimento is 6'2" (188 cm) tall.

How much does Rodrigo Nascimento weigh?

Rodrigo Nascimento weighs 246 lbs (112 kg).

What is Rodrigo Nascimento's reach?

Rodrigo Nascimento has a reach of 80" (203 cm).

How old is Rodrigo Nascimento?

Rodrigo Nascimento is 33 years old (born Nov 26, 1992).

Where is Rodrigo Nascimento from?

Rodrigo Nascimento is from Brazil.

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CAREER SUMMARY