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Rafael Cavalcante

"Feijao"
13-7-0★ 1bonusBrazilBrazilLast 5
13-7-0 · 13 finishes · Full stats →
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CAREER SUMMARY

Rafael Cavalcante holds a professional MMA record of 13-7-0. Rafael 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, Rafael Cavalcante lands 2.71 significant strikes per minute with 53% accuracy and averages 0.60 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
1980-04-14
Age
46
Nationality
Brazil
Birthplace
Ilha Solteira, São Paulo, Brazil

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

  • Team Nogueira · Brazil

Fight DNA

Knockout Artist

UFCalendar's style model · Light Heavyweight roster (129 fighters)

PowerSpeedPrecisionDurabilityEngineWrestlingGround
Punch power97
Kick power86
Punch speed96
Kick speed66
Accuracy71
Takedowns45
Ground striking92
Submissions46
Chin85
Body strength73
Cardio59

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

By the numbers

UFC careerRecord: 1-4-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed2.71per min
53% accuracy
Strikes absorbed3.62per min
49% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed0.60per 15 min
40% success
Takedowns stuffed63%
Submission attempts0.1per 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.

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

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▲8
Peak
1786Aug 21, 2010
Rated fights
20
1500160017001800200720092011201320152017Feb 10, 2006 · 1532May 20, 2006 · 1588Dec 9, 2006 · 1622Feb 23, 2007 · 1662Jun 16, 2007 · 1629Feb 16, 2008 · 1668Jun 14, 2008 · 1686Jul 26, 2008 · 1711Jun 6, 2009 · 1668Nov 20, 2009 · 1704May 15, 2010 · 1737Aug 21, 2010 · 1786Mar 5, 2011 · 1752Sep 10, 2011 · 1775Jun 8, 2013 · 1675Nov 9, 2013 · 1710Jun 14, 2014 · 1693Aug 1, 2015 · 1651Feb 7, 2016 · 1645Jul 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.