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Joao Zeferino

"The Brazilian Samurai"
28-11-0BrazilBrazilLast 5
Grappling 2-0
28-11-0 · 22 finishes · Full stats →
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CAREER SUMMARY

Joao Zeferino holds a professional MMA record of 28-11-0. Joao Zeferino has won 28 fights: 5 by KO/TKO, 17 by submission, 6 by decision. Of 11 career losses, 4 came by KO/TKO and 0 by submission. Joao Zeferino also has 2 recorded Grappling bouts. Most recent fight: May 6, 2022. Tracked organizations: PFL, UFC.

Profile

Height
5'11"180 cm
Weight
170 lbs77 kg
Stance
Orthodox
DOB
1986-01-15
Age
40
Nationality
Brazil
Birthplace
Florianopolis, Santa Catarina, Brazil

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

  • Renzo Gracie Jiu-Jitsu · Brazil

Fight DNA

Submission Ace

UFCalendar's style model · Welterweight roster (258 fighters)

PowerSpeedPrecisionDurabilityEngineWrestlingGround
Punch power74
Kick power96
Punch speed52
Kick speed63
Accuracy55
Takedowns95
Ground striking95
Submissions97
Chin79
Body strength75
Cardio65

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

By the numbers

Pro MMARecord: 28-11-0 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed0.83per min
37% accuracy
Strikes absorbed2.60per min
48% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed0.50per 15 min
6% success
Takedowns stuffed50%
Submission attempts1.0per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 0-2-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed0.83per min
37% accuracy
Strikes absorbed2.60per min
48% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed0.50per 15 min
6% success
Takedowns stuffed50%
Submission attempts1.0per 15 min
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Where they rank

All-time boards where Joao Zeferino sits in the top 25.

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Salary & career earnings

Disclosed purses, reported paydays and what we estimate Joao Zeferino earns per fight.

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Career history

  1. WIN
    vs Rafael Cerqueira
    LMC 1· Jun 6, 2026· Light Heavyweight· 28-11 vs 11-5
    UD
  2. WIN
    vs Andronico Borges
    Brothers Fight Champion 3· Sep 6, 2025· 27-11 vs 1-11
    TKO
    R1 · 0:10
  3. LOSS
    vs Mikhail Rogozin
    RCC 20· Oct 18, 2024· Middleweight· 26-11 vs 23-6
    UD
  4. LOSS
    vs Dilano Taylor
    PFLPFL 3: 2022 Regular Season· May 6, 2022· Middleweight· 26-10 vs 9-1
    DEC
    R3 · 5:00
  5. WIN
    vs Jason Ponet
    PFLProfessional Fighters League - PFL 5: 2021 Regular Season· Jun 16, 2021· Welterweight· 26-9 vs 20-14-1
    SUB
    R2 · 2:16
  6. WIN
    vs Gleison Tibau
    PFLProfessional Fighters League - PFL 2: 2021 Regular Season· Apr 28, 2021· Welterweight· 25-9 vs 34-15
    DEC
    R3 · 5:00
  7. WIN
    vs Bojan Velickovic
    PFLProfessional Fighters League - PFL 4: 2019 Regular Season· Jul 10, 2019· Welterweight· 24-9 vs 16-10-2
    UD
    R3 · 0:00
  8. WIN
    vs Yuri Villefort
    PFLProfessional Fighters League - PFL 6: 2018 Regular Season· Aug 15, 2018· Welterweight· 23-9 vs 11-7
    SUB
    R3 · 1:10
  9. WIN
    vs Paul Bradley
    PFLProfessional Fighters League - PFL 3: 2018 Regular Season· Jul 4, 2018· Welterweight· 22-9 vs 23-9
    KO
    R1 · 1:58
  10. LOSS
    vs Herman Terrado
    PFLProfessional Fighters League - PFL: Daytona· Jun 29, 2017· Welterweight· 21-9 vs 15-3-1
    SD
    R3 · 5:00
  11. WIN
    vs Jason High
    WSOF 33: Branch vs. Magalhaes· Oct 7, 2016· Catchweight· 21-8 vs 20-6
    TKO
    R3 · 0:51
  12. LOSS
    vs Jon Fitch
    WSOF 30: Branch vs. Starks· Apr 2, 2016· Welterweight· 20-8 vs 29-7-1
    UD
  13. LOSS
    vs Brian Foster
    WSOF 25: Lightweight Tournament· Nov 20, 2015· Lightweight· 20-7 vs 26-8
    TKO
    R2 · 4:51
  14. WIN
    vs Jorge Patino
    WSOF 25: Lightweight Tournament· Nov 20, 2015· Lightweight· 20-6 vs 38-17-2
    SUB
    R1 · 1:24
  15. WIN
    vs Brian Foster
    WSOF 25: Lightweight Tournament· Nov 20, 2015· Lightweight· 19-6 vs 24-8
    SUB
    R1 · 1:46
  16. WIN
    vs Juliano Santos
    Imortal FC 1· Jun 13, 2015· Lightweight· 18-6 vs 9-3
    SUB
    R1 · 1:29
  17. WIN
    vs Jeovane Santana
    Octtagon Fight Night 1· Dec 13, 2014· Welterweight· 17-6 vs 0-1
    SUB
    R1 · 1:35
  18. WIN
    vs Gilmar Dutra Lima
    Nitrix Fight Evolution 4· Nov 21, 2014· Welterweight· 16-6 vs 24-15-1
    SUB
    R1 · 3:57
  19. WIN
    vs Jackson Miranda
    Fighten 1· May 11, 2014· Catchweight· 15-6 vs 5-3
    SUB
    R1 · 3:25
  20. WIN
    vs Edson Mosca
    São José Super Fight· Mar 29, 2014· 14-6 vs 8-7
    TKO
  21. LOSS
    vs Elias Silverio
    UFCUFC Fight Night: Teixeira vs Bader· Sep 4, 2013· Welterweight· 13-6 vs 9-0
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  22. LOSS
    vs Rafael Natal
    UFCUFC on FX: Belfort vs. Rockhold· May 18, 2013· Middleweight· 13-5 vs 16-4-1
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  23. WIN
    vs Wellington Monalisa×1Title bout · Title win #1
    NCF 14· Mar 9, 2013· Middleweight· 13-4 vs 10-9-1
    SUB
    R1 · 2:46
  24. WIN
    vs Thiago Rela
    Sao Paulo Regional· Dec 8, 2012· 12-4 vs 4-2
    SUB
  25. WIN
    vs Givago Francisco
    Nitrix Champion Fight· Aug 18, 2012· 11-4 vs 3-1
    DEC
  26. WIN
    vs Deyvison Santos
    Santa Catarina Regional· Jul 15, 2012· 10-4 vs 2-2
    SUB
  27. WIN
    vs Vagner Tiburcio
    São José Super Fight· Jun 9, 2012· 9-4 vs 10-7
    DEC
  28. WIN
    vs TBA
    Santa Catarina Regional· Nov 26, 2011· 8-4
    TKO
  29. WIN
    vs Sean Salmon
    NAFC: Unleashed· Nov 18, 2011· Catchweight· 7-4 vs 18-18
    SUB
    R1 · 0:25
  30. LOSS
    vs Eddie Larrea
    Konquer the Kage· Jul 25, 2009· 6-4 vs 4-3
    TKO
  31. WIN
    vs Joshua Thorpe
    Alabama Regional· Mar 21, 2009· 6-3 vs 2-1
    SUB
  32. WIN
    vs Eric Thompson
    Louisiana Regional· Mar 14, 2009· 5-3 vs 5-6
    SUB
  33. WIN
    vs Colby McMahon
    Atlas Fights· Feb 21, 2009· 4-3 vs 2-1
    SUB
  34. WIN
    vs TBA
    Brazil Regional· Dec 12, 2007· 3-3
    SUB
  35. WIN
    vs Marcelo Silva
    Curitiba Top Fight· Jun 24, 2007· 2-3 vs 0-1
    SUB
  36. LOSS
    vs Kaue Dudus
    Santa Catarina Regional· Mar 10, 2007· 1-3 vs 4-3
    DEC
  37. LOSS
    vs Leandro Rangel
    Santa Catarina Regional· Nov 4, 2006· 1-2 vs 4-0
    TKO
  38. LOSS
    vs TBA
    Santa Catarina Regional· Jul 16, 2006· 1-1
    TKO
  39. WIN
    vs TBA
    Santa Catarina Regional· Nov 26, 2005· 1-0
    DEC

UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1618▲8
Peak
1742Jul 11, 2019
Rated fights
33
15001600170020072011201520192023Nov 4, 2006 · 1466Mar 10, 2007 · 1436Jun 24, 2007 · 1484Feb 21, 2009 · 1535Mar 14, 2009 · 1565Mar 21, 2009 · 1602Jul 25, 2009 · 1565Nov 18, 2011 · 1565Jun 9, 2012 · 1580Jul 15, 2012 · 1597Aug 18, 2012 · 1610Dec 8, 2012 · 1633Mar 9, 2013 · 1648May 18, 2013 · 1629Sep 4, 2013 · 1611Mar 29, 2014 · 1630May 11, 2014 · 1653Nov 21, 2014 · 1674Dec 13, 2014 · 1680Jun 13, 2015 · 1689Nov 20, 2015 · 1702Apr 2, 2016 · 1695Oct 7, 2016 · 1712Jun 30, 2017 · 1707Jul 5, 2018 · 1721Aug 16, 2018 · 1731Jul 11, 2019 · 1742Apr 29, 2021 · 1693Jun 17, 2021 · 1702May 6, 2022 · 1692Oct 18, 2024 · 1604Sep 6, 2025 · 1610Jun 6, 2026 · 16181618

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Frequently asked questions

When does Joao Zeferino fight next?

Joao Zeferino has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Joao Zeferino's record?

Joao Zeferino's professional MMA record is 28-11-0.

Who is Joao Zeferino fighting next?

Joao Zeferino's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Joao Zeferino fight last?

Joao Zeferino most recently fought Dilano Taylor at PFL 3: 2022 Regular Season on Friday, May 6, 2022, LOSS (Decision).

What weight class does Joao Zeferino fight in?

Joao Zeferino fights at Middleweight.

How many knockouts does Joao Zeferino have?

Joao Zeferino has 5 wins by KO/TKO and 17 wins by submission.

How tall is Joao Zeferino?

Joao Zeferino is 5'11" (180 cm) tall.

How much does Joao Zeferino weigh?

Joao Zeferino weighs 170 lbs (77 kg).

How old is Joao Zeferino?

Joao Zeferino is 40 years old (born Jan 15, 1986).

Where is Joao Zeferino from?

Joao Zeferino is from Brazil.