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Rafael Cerqueira
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Rafael Cerqueira

"The Lion"
11-5-0BrazilBrazilLast 5
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CAREER SUMMARY

Rafael Cerqueira holds a professional MMA record of 11-5-0. Their full professional MMA career spans 16 bouts on record. Rafael Cerqueira has won 11 fights: 8 by KO/TKO, 2 by submission, 1 by decision. Of 5 career losses, 2 came by KO/TKO and 1 by submission. In the UFC, Rafael Cerqueira lands 1.56 significant strikes per minute with 43% accuracy and averages 0.00 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: November 22, 2025. Tracked organizations: UFC.

Profile

Height
6'3"191 cm
Weight
205 lbs93 kg
Reach
76"193 cm
Stance
Southpaw
DOB
1990-03-15
Age
36
Nationality
Brazil
Birthplace
Salvador, Bahia, Brazil

Fight DNA

Complete Fighter

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

PowerSpeedPrecisionDurabilityEngineWrestlingGround
Punch power57
Kick power66
Punch speed57
Kick speed67
Accuracy60
Takedowns51
Ground striking61
Submissions71
Chin84
Body strength96
Cardio80

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

By the numbers

UFC careerRecord: 11-4-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed1.56per min
43% accuracy
Strikes absorbed5.05per min
36% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed0.00per 15 min
0% success
Takedowns stuffed36%
Submission attempts0.0per 15 min

Salary & career earnings

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

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Career history

  1. LOSS
    vs Joao Zeferino
    LMC 1· Jun 6, 2026· Light Heavyweight· 11-4 vs 27-11
    UD
  2. LOSS
    vs Abdul Rakhman Yakhyaev
    UFCUFC Qatar: Tsarukyan vs Hooker· Nov 22, 2025· Light Heavyweight· 11-3 vs 7-0
    SUB
    R1 · 0:33
  3. LOSS
    vs Julius Walker
    UFCUFC Fight Night: Dolidze vs Hernandez· Aug 9, 2025· Light Heavyweight· 11-2 vs 6-1
    UD
    R3 · 5:00
  4. LOSS
    vs Modestas Bukauskas
    UFCUFC Seattle: Cejudo vs Song· Feb 22, 2025· Light Heavyweight· 11-1 vs 16-6
    TKO
    R1 · 2:12
  5. LOSS
    vs Ibo Aslan
    UFCUFC 308: Topuria vs Holloway· Oct 26, 2024· Light Heavyweight· 11-0 vs 13-1
    TKO
    R1 · 0:51
  6. WIN
    vs Rodrigo Araújo
    Demo Fight 19· Apr 28, 2024· Heavyweight· 10-0 vs 6-3
    TKO
    R1 · 4:58
  7. WIN
    vs Ivonilson Dias
    Demo Fight 18· Jan 27, 2024· Heavyweight· 9-0 vs 1-1
    TKO
    R1 · 4:18
  8. WIN
    vs Jhonathan Azevedo
    Victorious MMA 5· Dec 7, 2023· Light Heavyweight· 8-0 vs 4-1
    TKO
    R1 · 1:17
  9. WIN
    vs Gutembergue Souza
    Demo Fight 17· Jul 29, 2023· 7-0 vs 0-1
    SUB
    R1 · 0:45
  10. WIN
    vs Otavio Lacerda×3Title bout · Title win #3
    Demo Fight 16· Mar 25, 2023· Light Heavyweight· 6-0 vs 9-7
    TKO
    R2 · 4:15
  11. WIN
    vs Wesley Martins×2Title bout · Title win #2
    Demo Fight 14· Sep 24, 2022· Light Heavyweight· 5-0 vs 17-9
    TKO
    R2 · 3:30
  12. WIN
    vs Silvio da Silva×1Title bout · Title win #1
    Demo Fight 13· May 28, 2022· Light Heavyweight· 4-0 vs 10-6
    SUB
    R1 · 4:59
  13. WIN
    vs Fernando Filho
    Qualify Combat 10· Apr 2, 2022· Light Heavyweight· 3-0 vs 4-1
    UD
  14. WIN
    vs Bruno Leonardo
    Demo Fight 10· Sep 25, 2021· Light Heavyweight· 2-0 vs 2-3
    TKO
    R1 · 4:40
  15. WIN
    vs Benicio Dias
    Imperium MMA Pro 15· Aug 14, 2021· Light Heavyweight· 1-0 vs 0-0
    TKO
    R1 · 0:45
  16. WIN
    vs Gustavo dos Santos
    Qualify Combat 9· Sep 7, 2019· Light Heavyweight· 0-0 vs 0-1
    TKO
    R1 · 0:35

Career history data via Tapology.

UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1608▼18
Peak
1749Apr 28, 2024
Rated fights
16
1500160017002020202220242026Sep 7, 2019 · 1541Aug 14, 2021 · 1566Sep 25, 2021 · 1596Apr 2, 2022 · 1625May 28, 2022 · 1655Sep 24, 2022 · 1693Mar 25, 2023 · 1707Jul 29, 2023 · 1718Dec 7, 2023 · 1730Jan 27, 2024 · 1740Apr 28, 2024 · 1749Oct 26, 2024 · 1710Feb 22, 2025 · 1674Aug 9, 2025 · 1652Nov 22, 2025 · 1626Jun 6, 2026 · 16081608

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Frequently asked questions

When does Rafael Cerqueira fight next?

Rafael Cerqueira has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Rafael Cerqueira's record?

Rafael Cerqueira's professional MMA record is 11-5-0.

Who is Rafael Cerqueira fighting next?

Rafael Cerqueira's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Rafael Cerqueira fight last?

Rafael Cerqueira most recently fought Abdul Rakhman Yakhyaev at UFC Qatar: Tsarukyan vs Hooker on Saturday, November 22, 2025, LOSS (Submission).

What weight class does Rafael Cerqueira fight in?

Rafael Cerqueira fights at Light Heavyweight.

How many knockouts does Rafael Cerqueira have?

Rafael Cerqueira has 8 wins by KO/TKO and 2 wins by submission.

How tall is Rafael Cerqueira?

Rafael Cerqueira is 6'3" (191 cm) tall.

How much does Rafael Cerqueira weigh?

Rafael Cerqueira weighs 205 lbs (93 kg).

What is Rafael Cerqueira's reach?

Rafael Cerqueira has a reach of 76" (193 cm).

How old is Rafael Cerqueira?

Rafael Cerqueira is 36 years old (born Mar 15, 1990).

Where is Rafael Cerqueira from?

Rafael Cerqueira is from Brazil.