Fighter

Jussier Formiga

24-8-0★ 1bonus Brazil

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Grappling 2-1

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Jussier Formiga holds a professional MMA record of 24-8-0. Their full professional MMA career spans 33 bouts on record. Jussier Formiga has won 25 fights: 0 by KO/TKO, 11 by submission, 14 by decision. Of 8 career losses, 4 came by KO/TKO and 0 by submission. In the UFC, Jussier Formiga lands 1.42 significant strikes per minute with 39% accuracy and averages 1.82 takedowns per 15 minutes. Jussier Formiga also has 3 recorded Grappling bouts. Most recent fight: June 6, 2020. Tracked organizations: UFC.

Profile

Height: 5'5"165 cm
Weight: 125 lbs57 kg
Reach: 67"170 cm
Stance: Orthodox
DOB: 1985-04-14
Age: 41
Nationality: Brazil
Birthplace: Natal, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil

Fight DNA

Grappling Specialist

UFCalendar's style model · Flyweight roster (107 fighters)

Punch power77

Kick power62

Punch speed81

Kick speed59

Accuracy65

Takedowns95

Ground striking78

Submissions95

Chin62

Body strength67

Cardio80

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

By the numbers

UFC careerRecord: 23-8-0 · Source: UFCStats.com

Striking

Strikes landed1.42per min

39% accuracy

Strikes absorbed2.34per min

64% avoided

Grappling

Takedowns landed1.82per 15 min

35% success

Takedowns stuffed87%

Submission attempts0.6per 15 min

Bonus résumé

Jussier Formiga has won 1 UFC post-fight bonus. Estimated bonus earnings: $50,000.

★ POTN ×1

★ POTNvs Ben Nguyen · UFC 221: Romero vs RockholdFeb 10, 2018

Estimates use each era's real amount: $50,000 from 2012, $100,000 from UFC 324, plus $25,000 finish incentives.

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Salary & career earnings

Disclosed purses, reported paydays and our model's estimate of what Jussier Formiga earns per fight.

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Career history

WIN
vs Felipe Bunes
LFA 124: Formiga vs. Bunes· Feb 11, 2022· Bantamweight· 23-8 vs 11-5
SUB
R2 · 1:53
LOSS
vs Alex Perez
UFCUFC 250: Nunes vs Spencer· Jun 6, 2020· Flyweight· 23-7 vs 23-5
TKO
R1 · 4:06
LOSS
vs Brandon Moreno
UFCUFC Fight Night: Lee vs Oliveira· Mar 14, 2020· Flyweight· 23-6 vs 16-5-1
UD
R3 · 5:00
LOSS
vs Joseph Benavidez
UFCUFC Fight Night: Ngannou vs Dos Santos· Jun 30, 2019· Flyweight· 23-5 vs 27-5
TKO
R2 · 4:47
WIN
vs Deiveson Figueiredo
UFCUFC Fight Night: Thompson vs Pettis· Mar 24, 2019· Flyweight· 22-5 vs 15-0
UD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Sergio Pettis
UFCUFC 229: Khabib vs McGregor· Oct 7, 2018· Flyweight· 21-5 vs 17-3
UD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Ben Nguyen
UFCUFC 221: Romero vs Rockhold· Feb 10, 2018· Flyweight· 20-5 vs 16-6
SUB
R3 · 1:43
POTN
WIN
vs Yuta Sasaki
UFCUFC Fight Night: Saint Preux vs Okami· Sep 22, 2017· Flyweight· 19-5 vs 20-4-2
SUB
R1 · 4:30
LOSS
vs Ray Borg
UFCUFC Fight Night: Belfort vs Gastelum· Mar 12, 2017· Flyweight· 19-4 vs 10-2
UD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Dustin Ortiz
UFCUFC Fight Night: Cyborg vs Lansberg· Sep 25, 2016· Flyweight· 18-4 vs 15-5
UD
R3 · 5:00
LOSS
vs Henry Cejudo
UFCUFC Fight Night: Magny vs Gastelum· Nov 21, 2015· Flyweight· 18-3 vs 9-0
SD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Wilson Reis
UFCUFC Fight Night: Condit vs Alves· May 30, 2015· Flyweight· 17-3 vs 19-5
UD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Zach Makovsky
UFCUFC Fight Night: Bader vs Saint Preux· Aug 18, 2014· Flyweight
UD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Zach Makovsky
UFC Fight Night 47· Aug 16, 2014· Flyweight· 16-3 vs 18-4
UD
WIN
vs Scott Jorgensen
UFCUFC Fight Night: Shogun vs Henderson 2· Mar 23, 2014· Flyweight· 15-3 vs 14-8
SUB
R1 · 3:07
LOSS
vs Joseph Benavidez
UFCUFC Fight Night: Teixeira vs Bader· Sep 4, 2013· Flyweight· 15-2 vs 18-3
TKO
R1 · 3:07
WIN
vs Chris Cariaso
UFCUFC on FX: Belfort vs. Rockhold· May 18, 2013· Flyweight· 14-2 vs 14-4
UD
R3 · 5:00
LOSS
vs John Dodson
UFCUFC on FX: Browne vs Bigfoot· Oct 5, 2012· Flyweight· 14-1 vs 13-5
TKO
R2 · 4:35
WIN
vs Sidney Oliveira
Shooto Brasil· Jun 29, 2012· 13-1 vs 6-3
SUB
WIN
vs Martin Coria
Coliseu Extreme Fight· Mar 18, 2012· 12-1 vs 3-1
SUB
WIN
vs Rodrigo dos Santos
Fort MMA· Dec 15, 2011· 11-1 vs 6-0
SUB
WIN
vs Michael William Costa
Shooto Brasil· Oct 29, 2011· 10-1 vs 8-3
SUB
WIN
vs Mamoru Yamaguchi
Tachi PF 10· Aug 5, 2011· Flyweight· 9-1 vs 26-5-3
UD
LOSS
vs Ian McCall
Tachi PF 8: All or Nothing· Feb 18, 2011· Flyweight· 9-0 vs 8-2
UD
WIN
vs Danny Martinez
Tachi PF 7: Deck the Halls· Dec 2, 2010· Flyweight· 8-0 vs 14-3
UD
WIN
vs Alexandre Pantoja
Shooto Brasil· Jun 12, 2010· 7-0 vs 7-1
DEC
WIN
vs Shinichi Kojima
Shooto· Jul 19, 2009· 6-0 vs 10-3-5
DEC
WIN
vs Michael William Costa
Shooto Brasil· Nov 29, 2008· 5-0 vs 4-0
DEC
WIN
vs Ralph Alves
Shooto Brasil· Aug 30, 2008· 4-0 vs 5-0
SUB
WIN
vs Jose Maria Tome
Rio Grande do Norte Regional· Mar 9, 2008· 3-0 vs 14-1
SUB
WIN
vs Arinaldo Batista
Rio Grande do Norte Regional· Jan 14, 2006· 2-0 vs 0-0
DEC
WIN
vs Amaury Junior
Rio Grande do Norte Regional· Aug 26, 2005· 1-0 vs 0-0
DEC
WIN
vs Chacal
Rio Grande do Norte Regional· May 13, 2005· 0-0 vs 0-0
SUB

Career history data via Tapology.

Official UFC Ranking

Jussier Formiga's standing in the official UFC rankings, tracked since 2013.

Current: Unranked
Peak: #1 Flyweight
First ranked: Feb 4, 2013
Times ranked: 295

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current: 1723▲9
Peak: 1815Mar 24, 2019
Rated fights: 32

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Frequently asked questions

When does Jussier Formiga fight next?

Jussier Formiga has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Jussier Formiga's record?

Jussier Formiga's professional MMA record is 24-8-0.

Who is Jussier Formiga fighting next?

Jussier Formiga's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Jussier Formiga fight last?

Jussier Formiga most recently fought Alex Perez at UFC 250: Nunes vs Spencer on Saturday, June 6, 2020, LOSS (TKO).

What weight class does Jussier Formiga fight in?

Jussier Formiga fights at Flyweight.

How many knockouts does Jussier Formiga have?

Jussier Formiga has 0 wins by KO/TKO and 11 wins by submission.

How many UFC bonuses has Jussier Formiga won?

Jussier Formiga has won 1 UFC post-fight bonus: 1× Performance of the Night.

How tall is Jussier Formiga?

Jussier Formiga is 5'5" (165 cm) tall.

How much does Jussier Formiga weigh?

Jussier Formiga weighs 125 lbs (57 kg).

What is Jussier Formiga's reach?

Jussier Formiga has a reach of 67" (170 cm).

How old is Jussier Formiga?

Jussier Formiga is 41 years old (born Apr 14, 1985).

Where is Jussier Formiga from?

Jussier Formiga is from Brazil.

CAREER SUMMARY