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Rafael Cavalcante

"Feijao"
13-7-0★ 1bonusBrazilBrazilLast 5

Last fight: Win vs Dan Konecke · TKO · Jul 1, 2017

13-7-0 · 13 finishes · Full stats →
LAST FIGHT
LOSSvs Ovince Saint PreuxUD · R3 5:00
UFCUFC Fight Night: Hendricks vs Thompson·February 6, 2016

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CAREER SUMMARY

Rafael Cavalcante holds a professional MMA record of 13-7-0. Cavalcante has won 13 fights: 12 by KO/TKO, 1 by submission, 0 by decision. Of 7 career losses, 4 came by KO/TKO and 0 by submission. In the UFC, Cavalcante lands 1.78 significant strikes per minute with 45% accuracy and averages 0.00 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: February 6, 2016. Tracked organizations: UFC, STRIKEFORCE.

Profile

Height
6'1"185 cm
Weight
205 lbs93 kg
Reach
74"188 cm
Stance
Orthodox
DOB
Apr 14, 1980
Age
46
Nationality
Brazil
Birthplace
Ilha Solteira, São Paulo, Brazil

Career history

  1. WIN
    vs Dan Konecke
    World Fight Tour 7· Jul 1, 2017· Light Heavyweight· 13-7 vs 10-11
    TKO
    R1 · 4:10
  2. LOSS
    vs Ovince Saint Preux
    UFC Fight Night: Hendricks vs Thompson· Feb 6, 2016· Light Heavyweight· 12-7 vs 19-7
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  3. LOSS
    vs Patrick Cummins
    UFC 190: Rousey vs Correia· Aug 1, 2015· Light Heavyweight· 12-6 vs 8-2
    TKO
    R3 · 0:45
  4. LOSS
    vs Ryan Bader
    UFC 174: Johnson vs Bagautinov· Jun 14, 2014· Light Heavyweight· 12-5 vs 17-4
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  5. WIN
    vs Igor Pokrajac
    UFC Fight Night: Belfort vs Henderson· Nov 9, 2013· Light Heavyweight· 12-4 vs 25-11
    TKO
    R1 · 1:18
  6. LOSS
    vs Thiago Silva
    UFC on FUEL TV: Nogueira vs Werdum· Jun 8, 2013· Light Heavyweight· 11-4 vs 15-3
    TKO
    R1 · 4:29
    FOTN
  7. NC
    vs Mike Kyle
    Strikeforce: Barnett vs Cormier· May 18, 2012· Light Heavyweight· 11-3 vs 19-8-1
    NC
    R1 · 0:33
  8. WIN
    vs Yoel Romero
    Strikeforce: Barnett vs Kharitonov· Sep 10, 2011· Light Heavyweight· 11-3 vs 4-1
    TKO
    R2 · 4:51
  9. LOSS
    vs Dan HendersonTitle bout
    Strikeforce: Feijao vs Henderson· Mar 5, 2011· Light Heavyweight· 10-3 vs 27-8
    TKO
    R3 · 0:50
  10. WIN
    vs Muhammed Lawal×1Title bout · Title win #1
    Strikeforce: Houston· Aug 20, 2010· Light Heavyweight· 10-2 vs 7-1
    TKO
    R3 · 1:14
  11. WIN
    vs Antwain Britt
    Strikeforce: Heavy Artillery· May 14, 2010· Light Heavyweight· 9-2 vs 11-4
    TKO
    R1 · 3:45
  12. WIN
    vs Aaron Rosa
    Strikeforce: Challengers 5· Nov 19, 2009· Light Heavyweight· 8-2 vs 12-3
    TKO
    R2 · 3:25
  13. LOSS
    vs Mike Kyle
    Strikeforce: Lawler vs Shields· Jun 5, 2009· Light Heavyweight· 7-2 vs 13-6-1
    TKO
    R2 · 4:05
  14. WIN
    vs Travis Galbraith
    EliteXC: Unfinished Business· Jul 26, 2008· Light Heavyweight· 7-1 vs 15-6
    TKO
    R1 · 3:01
  15. WIN
    vs Wayne Cole
    EliteXC: Return of the King· Jun 14, 2008· Light Heavyweight· 6-1 vs 12-8
    TKO
    R1 · 1:47
  16. WIN
    vs John Doyle
    EliteXC: Street Certified· Feb 16, 2008· Light Heavyweight· 5-1 vs 6-3
    TKO
    R1 · 2:17
  17. LOSS
    vs Marcio Cruz
    IFL 15: Las Vegas· Jun 16, 2007· Heavyweight· 4-1 vs 3-2
    DQ
    R3 · 3:42
  18. WIN
    vs Devin Cole
    IFL 9: Atlanta· Feb 23, 2007· 4-0 vs 6-5
    TKO
    R2 · 0:26
  19. WIN
    vs Rubens Xavier
    Sao Paulo Regional· Dec 9, 2006· 3-0 vs 5-3
    SUB
  20. WIN
    vs Miodrag Petkovic
    World Freefight Challenge· May 20, 2006· 2-0 vs 18-5-1
    TKO
  21. WIN
    vs Eduardo Maiorino
    Mato Grosso Regional· Feb 10, 2006· 1-0 vs 2-4
    TKO

Title bout· ×N = title win number N in that promotion

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

  • Team Nogueira

Fight DNA

Knockout Artist

UFCalendar's style model · Light Heavyweight roster (213 fighters)

PowerSpeedPrecisionDurabilityEngineWrestlingGround
One-Shot Power
99 · best in division
Punch power99
Kick power93
Punch speed96
Kick speed79
Accuracy83
Takedowns45
Ground striking94
Submissions45
Chin81
Body strength76
Cardio60

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

By the numbers

Pro MMARecord: 13-7-0 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed1.78per min
45% accuracy
Strikes absorbed4.28per min
47% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed0.00per 15 min
0% success
Takedowns stuffed52%
Submission attempts0.0per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 1-4-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed1.78per min
45% accuracy
Strikes absorbed4.28per min
47% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed0.00per 15 min
0% success
Takedowns stuffed52%
Submission attempts0.0per 15 min
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Where they rank

All-time boards where Rafael Cavalcante sits in the top 25.

Bonus résumé

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

★ Fight of the Night ×1
  1. ★ FOTNvs Thiago Silva · UFC on FUEL TV: Nogueira vs WerdumJun 8, 2013

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 what we estimate Rafael Cavalcante earns per fight.

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Official UFC Ranking

Rafael Cavalcante's standing in the official UFC rankings, tracked since 2013.

Current
Unranked
Peak
#9 Light Heavyweight
First ranked
Feb 3, 2014
Times ranked
82

Light Heavyweight

#1#5#10#1520152016Feb 3, 2014 · #15Feb 17, 2014 · #14Feb 24, 2014 · #15Mar 17, 2014 · #14Mar 24, 2014 · #13Mar 25, 2014 · #14Apr 14, 2014 · #12Apr 18, 2014 · #13Apr 21, 2014 · #12Apr 28, 2014 · #13May 12, 2014 · #12Jan 26, 2015 · #11Apr 20, 2015 · #10May 11, 2015 · #11May 25, 2015 · #9Jun 1, 2015 · #10Aug 3, 2015 · #14Sep 7, 2015 · #13Nov 16, 2015 · #14Jan 19, 2016 · #13Feb 1, 2016 · #13#13

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1636▲9
Peak
1785Aug 21, 2010
Rated fights
20
1500160017001800200720092011201320152017Feb 10, 2006 · 1532May 20, 2006 · 1586Dec 9, 2006 · 1620Feb 23, 2007 · 1661Jun 16, 2007 · 1628Feb 16, 2008 · 1666Jun 14, 2008 · 1684Jul 26, 2008 · 1709Jun 6, 2009 · 1666Nov 20, 2009 · 1702May 15, 2010 · 1736Aug 21, 2010 · 1785Mar 5, 2011 · 1751Sep 10, 2011 · 1774Jun 8, 2013 · 1673Nov 9, 2013 · 1709Jun 14, 2014 · 1692Aug 1, 2015 · 1651Feb 7, 2016 · 1644Jul 1, 2017 · 16361636

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Frequently asked questions

When does Rafael Cavalcante fight next?

Rafael Cavalcante has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Rafael Cavalcante's record?

Rafael Cavalcante's professional MMA record is 13-7-0.

Who is Rafael Cavalcante fighting next?

Rafael Cavalcante's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Rafael Cavalcante fight last?

Rafael Cavalcante most recently fought Ovince Saint Preux at UFC Fight Night: Hendricks vs Thompson on Saturday, February 6, 2016, LOSS (Unanimous Decision).

What weight class does Rafael Cavalcante fight in?

Rafael Cavalcante fights at Light Heavyweight.

How many knockouts does Rafael Cavalcante have?

Rafael Cavalcante has 12 wins by KO/TKO and 1 win by submission.

How many UFC bonuses has Rafael Cavalcante won?

Rafael Cavalcante has won 1 UFC post-fight bonus: 1× Fight of the Night.

How tall is Rafael Cavalcante?

Rafael Cavalcante is 6'1" (185 cm) tall.

How much does Rafael Cavalcante weigh?

Rafael Cavalcante weighs 205 lbs (93 kg).

What is Rafael Cavalcante's reach?

Rafael Cavalcante has a reach of 74" (188 cm).

How old is Rafael Cavalcante?

Rafael Cavalcante is 46 years old (born Apr 14, 1980).

Where is Rafael Cavalcante from?

Rafael Cavalcante is from Brazil.

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