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Fighter

Dinis Paiva

"Sweetbread"
14-9-0United StatesUnited StatesLast 5
Amateur MMA 3-3Grappling 2-0
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CAREER SUMMARY

Dinis Paiva holds a professional MMA record of 14-9-0. Dinis Paiva has won 14 fights: 7 by KO/TKO, 2 by submission, 5 by decision. Of 9 career losses, 0 came by KO/TKO and 5 by submission. Dinis Paiva also has 2 recorded Grappling bouts. Most recent fight: September 15, 2020. Tracked organizations: UFC.

Profile

Height
5'9"175 cm
Weight
145 lbs66 kg
Reach
71"180 cm
Stance
Southpaw
DOB
1988-05-26
Age
38
Nationality
United States
Birthplace
Long Island, New York, United States

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

  • Juniko · United States

Career stats

UFC careerSource: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed2.60per min
41% accuracy
Strikes absorbed2.73per min
67% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed0.00per 15 min
0% success
Takedowns stuffed81%
Submission attempts0.0per 15 min

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Recent & upcoming opponents

Career history

  1. WIN
    vs A.J. Robb
    CES 82: Fight for a Cause 3· Nov 8, 2025· Featherweight· 14-9 vs 6-6
    UD
  2. LOSS
    vs Josh Smith
    CES 62: Paiva vs. Smith· Apr 30, 2021· Bantamweight· 13-9 vs 10-6
    SUB
    R2 · 4:01
  3. LOSS
    vs Kyle Driscoll
    UFCDana White's Contender Series 33· Sep 15, 2020· Featherweight· 13-8 vs 12-3
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  4. WIN
    vs Tim Dooling
    CES 59· Oct 25, 2019· Catchweight· 13-7 vs 8-6
    UD
  5. WIN
    vs Antonio Castillo Jr.
    CES 57: Rebello vs. Haley· Jul 26, 2019· Featherweight· 12-7 vs 10-13
    TKO
    R1 · 2:48
  6. LOSS
    vs Andre Ewell
    CES 50: Paiva vs. Ewell· Jun 15, 2018· Bantamweight· 11-7 vs 13-4
    SUB
    R3 · 0:36
  7. WIN
    vs Kevin Barberena
    CES 48: Wiuff vs. Rebello· Feb 2, 2018· Featherweight· 11-6 vs 5-4
    UD
  8. WIN
    vs Branden Seyler Sr.
    CES 46: Howard vs. Carroll· Oct 27, 2017· Featherweight· 10-6 vs 7-6-1
    TKO
    R2 · 3:08
  9. WIN
    vs Jordan Espinosa
    CES 41: Bessette vs. Croom· Jan 27, 2017· Bantamweight· 9-6 vs 9-5
    UD
  10. WIN
    vs Zane Behrend
    CES 40: Andrews vs. Sheppard· Nov 23, 2016· Catchweight· 8-6 vs 2-2
    TKO
    R1 · 1:23
  11. LOSS
    vs Kody Nordby
    CES 31· Oct 30, 2015· Bantamweight· 7-6 vs 5-3
    SUB
    R1 · 2:42
  12. WIN
    vs Bruno Marques
    CES 29· Jun 12, 2015· Bantamweight· 7-5 vs 7-6-1
    SUB
    R1 · 4:07
  13. WIN
    vs Matt Doherty
    CES 27· Jan 30, 2015· Bantamweight· 6-5 vs 3-2
    TKO
    R1 · 0:10
  14. WIN
    vs Joe Cushman
    CES 24· Jun 27, 2014· Bantamweight· 5-5 vs 11-6
    TKO
    R1 · 0:49
  15. WIN
    vs Franklin Isabel
    CES 21· Jan 24, 2014· Featherweight· 4-5 vs 3-7
    TKO
    R1 · 1:49
  16. LOSS
    vs Robert Sullivan
    CES 18: Gold Rush· Aug 9, 2013· Bantamweight· 3-5 vs 2-1
    UD
  17. LOSS
    vs Kin Moy
    CES 16: Path To Destruction· Apr 12, 2013· Bantamweight· 3-4 vs 3-0
    SUB
    R2 · 0:57
  18. WIN
    vs Josh Lange
    CES 14: Battle Tested· Dec 7, 2012· Bantamweight· 3-3 vs 0-1
    UD
  19. WIN
    vs Gilvan Santos
    CES 12: Far Beyond Driven· Aug 3, 2012· Bantamweight· 2-3 vs 0-5
    SUB
    R2 · 2:14
  20. LOSS
    vs Sergio Moran Cabrera
    CES 10: Never Surrender· Apr 13, 2012· Catchweight· 1-3 vs 1-0
    UD
  21. LOSS
    vs Clifford Moulton
    CES 8: Undisputed· Nov 18, 2011· Catchweight· 1-2 vs 1-0
    DQ
    R1 · 4:25
  22. LOSS
    vs Jimmy Collins
    CES 7: Road to Glory· Sep 9, 2011· Lightweight· 1-1 vs 4-0
    SUB
    R1 · 4:23
  23. WIN
    vs John Marcheterre
    CES 6: Nowhere to Hide· Jun 10, 2011· Lightweight· 1-0 vs 0-2
    TKO
    R1 · 1:16

Career history data via Tapology.

UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1554▲7
Peak
1627Feb 2, 2018
Rated fights
23
1500160020122015201820212024Jun 10, 2011 · 1536Sep 9, 2011 · 1502Nov 18, 2011 · 1474Apr 13, 2012 · 1448Aug 3, 2012 · 1483Dec 7, 2012 · 1512Apr 12, 2013 · 1492Aug 9, 2013 · 1476Jan 24, 2014 · 1498Jun 27, 2014 · 1525Jan 30, 2015 · 1554Jun 12, 2015 · 1575Oct 30, 2015 · 1548Nov 23, 2016 · 1568Jan 27, 2017 · 1587Oct 27, 2017 · 1612Feb 2, 2018 · 1627Jun 15, 2018 · 1604Jul 26, 2019 · 1608Oct 25, 2019 · 1616Sep 15, 2020 · 1606Apr 30, 2021 · 1594Nov 8, 2025 · 15541554

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Frequently asked questions

When does Dinis Paiva fight next?

Dinis Paiva has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Dinis Paiva's record?

Dinis Paiva's professional MMA record is 14-9-0.

Who is Dinis Paiva fighting next?

Dinis Paiva's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Dinis Paiva fight last?

Dinis Paiva most recently fought Kyle Driscoll at Dana White's Contender Series 33 on Tuesday, September 15, 2020, LOSS (Unanimous Decision).

What weight class does Dinis Paiva fight in?

Dinis Paiva fights at Featherweight.

How many knockouts does Dinis Paiva have?

Dinis Paiva has 7 wins by KO/TKO and 2 wins by submission.

How tall is Dinis Paiva?

Dinis Paiva is 5'9" (175 cm) tall.

How much does Dinis Paiva weigh?

Dinis Paiva weighs 145 lbs (66 kg).

What is Dinis Paiva's reach?

Dinis Paiva has a reach of 71" (180 cm).

How old is Dinis Paiva?

Dinis Paiva is 38 years old (born May 26, 1988).

Where is Dinis Paiva from?

Dinis Paiva is from United States.