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Rani Yahya

28-12-1BrazilBrazilLast 5
Grappling 7-3

Last fight: Loss vs Victor Henry · TKO · Apr 27, 2024

28-12-1 · 21 finishes · Full stats →
LAST FIGHT
LOSSvs Victor HenryTKO · R3 2:36
UFCUFC Fight Night: Nicolau vs Perez·April 27, 2024

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CAREER SUMMARY

Rani Yahya holds a professional MMA record of 28-12-1. Yahya has won 28 fights: 0 by KO/TKO, 21 by submission, 7 by decision. Of 12 career losses, 4 came by KO/TKO and 1 by submission. In the UFC, Yahya lands 1.91 significant strikes per minute with 39% accuracy and averages 2.66 takedowns per 15 minutes. Yahya also has 10 recorded Grappling bouts. Most recent fight: April 27, 2024. Tracked organizations: UFC, WEC.

Profile

Height
5'6"168 cm
Weight
135 lbs61 kg
Reach
67"170 cm
Stance
Orthodox
DOB
Sep 12, 1984
Age
42
Nationality
Brazil
Birthplace
Brasilia, Distrito Federal, Brazil

Career history

  1. LOSS
    K-1: Dynamite 2007· Dec 31, 2007· Lightweight· 12-4 vs 17-1
    TKO
    R2 · 3:11
  2. WIN
    vs Louie Moreno
    Palace Fighting Championship· Mar 22, 2007· 11-2 vs 1-2
    SUB
  3. LOSS
    K-1 HERO'S: Grand Prix 2006 (Stage 2)· Oct 9, 2006· Welterweight· 10-2 vs 10-1-1
    SUB
    R1 · 0:39
  4. WIN
    vs Kazuya Yasuhiro
    K-1 HERO'S: Grand Prix 2006 (Stage 1)· Aug 5, 2006· Welterweight· 10-1 vs 0-2
    SUB
    R1 · 1:08
  5. WIN
    vs Eben Kaneshiro
    California Regional· May 20, 2006· 9-1 vs 10-3
    SUB
  6. WIN
    vs Ryuki Ueyama
    K-1 HERO'S: Yamamoto vs. Miyata· May 3, 2006· Welterweight· 8-1 vs 9-11-5
    MD
  7. WIN
    vs Takumi Yano
    MARS 1: The Beginning· Feb 4, 2006· 7-1 vs 9-5-3
    SUB
    R3 · 2:14
  8. WIN
    vs Taiyo Nakahara
    Greatest Common Multiple· Dec 11, 2005· 6-1 vs 7-3
    SUB
  9. WIN
    vs Fabio Alves
    K-1: Brazil 2004· Oct 30, 2004· Lightweight· 5-1 vs 1-5
    SUB
  10. LOSS
    Jungle Fight· May 15, 2004· 4-1 vs 1-0
    DEC
  11. WIN
    vs Fabio Alves
    Goias Regional· Apr 17, 2004· 2-0 vs 1-4
    SUB
  12. WIN
    vs Muzila Ferraz
    Goias Regional· Apr 17, 2004· 2-0 vs 0-1
    SUB
  13. WIN
    vs Luciano Santos
    Goias Regional· Apr 17, 2004· 2-0 vs 0-1
    SUB
  14. WIN
    vs Unknown opponent
    Goiana Vale Tudo· Sep 14, 2002· 1-0
    SUB

Title bout

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

BaseBJJNo-Gi Grappling
  • 2023Black belt · BJJ · Athaide Junior
  • 2019Champion · IBJJF Worlds · black belt featherweight (master)
  • 2007Champion · ADCC · -66 kg
  • 2006Semifinalist · K1 Heros Lightweight GP
  • 2005Silver · ADCC · -66 kg
  • 2003Top 8 · ADCC · -66 kg
  • 2003Champion · IBJJF Worlds · brown belt featherweight (pena)
  • 2002Champion · IBJJF Worlds · purple belt light-featherweight (pluma)
  • 1999Champion · IBJJF Worlds · Blue belt
  • 1999Champion · IBJJF Pans · Blue belt
  • Champion · Tnt Vale Tudo
  • Black belt · Muay Thai
  • Started in Judo
  • Started in Taekwondo
  • Started in Karate
  • AGE 11Started in BJJ

Camp

  • Constrictor Team · Brasilia, Brazil
  • American Top Team · Coconut Creek, Florida, United States Former

Coaches

  • Athaide Junior · Head coach

Training partners

  • Paulo Thiago
  • Francisco Trinaldo
  • Renato Moicano
  • Adriano Moraes

Fight DNA

Submission Ace

UFCalendar's style model · Bantamweight roster (343 fighters)

PowerSpeedPrecisionDurabilityEngineWrestlingGround
Submission Threat
98 · top 3% in division
Punch power45
Kick power72
Punch speed49
Kick speed84
Accuracy49
Takedowns95
Ground striking88
Submissions98
Chin80
Body strength63
Cardio96

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

By the numbers

Pro MMARecord: 28-12-1 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed1.91per min
39% accuracy
Strikes absorbed2.11per min
50% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed2.66per 15 min
31% success
Takedowns stuffed31%
Submission attempts1.5per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 13-6-1 (1 NC) · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed1.91per min
39% accuracy
Strikes absorbed2.11per min
50% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed2.66per 15 min
31% success
Takedowns stuffed31%
Submission attempts1.5per 15 min
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Where they rank

All-time boards where Rani Yahya sits in the top 25.

Salary & career earnings

Disclosed purses, reported paydays and what we estimate Rani Yahya earns per fight.

Rani Yahya's salary & career earnings →

Official UFC Ranking

Rani Yahya's standing in the official UFC rankings, tracked since 2013.

Current
Unranked
Peak
#13 Bantamweight
First ranked
Sep 26, 2016
Times ranked
27

Bantamweight

#1#5#10#15201720182019Sep 26, 2016 · #15Dec 19, 2016 · #14Feb 13, 2017 · #13Mar 6, 2017 · #14Aug 29, 2018 · #15Feb 4, 2019 · #15#15

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1744▼14
Peak
1821Aug 25, 2018
Rated fights
40
150016001700180020052009201320172021Apr 17, 2004 · 1534Apr 17, 2004 · 1570Apr 17, 2004 · 1603May 15, 2004 · 1560Oct 30, 2004 · 1584Dec 11, 2005 · 1623Feb 4, 2006 · 1647May 3, 2006 · 1661May 20, 2006 · 1684Aug 5, 2006 · 1695Oct 9, 2006 · 1674Mar 22, 2007 · 1685Jun 3, 2007 · 1715Sep 5, 2007 · 1685Dec 31, 2007 · 1669Nov 5, 2008 · 1709Apr 5, 2009 · 1736Aug 9, 2009 · 1763Dec 19, 2009 · 1747Apr 24, 2010 · 1735Jan 23, 2011 · 1747Aug 7, 2011 · 1738Aug 4, 2012 · 1752Mar 2, 2013 · 1763Aug 3, 2013 · 1768Nov 30, 2013 · 1761Sep 13, 2014 · 1771Jul 15, 2015 · 1775Jul 14, 2016 · 1789Sep 25, 2016 · 1799Mar 12, 2017 · 1786Aug 6, 2017 · 1795Feb 24, 2018 · 1808Aug 25, 2018 · 1821Feb 10, 2019 · 1809Mar 14, 2020 · 1799Mar 14, 2021 · 1808Nov 20, 2021 · 1813Apr 22, 2023 · 1759Apr 27, 2024 · 17441744

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Frequently asked questions

When does Rani Yahya fight next?

Rani Yahya has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Rani Yahya's record?

Rani Yahya's professional MMA record is 28-12-1.

Who is Rani Yahya fighting next?

Rani Yahya's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Rani Yahya fight last?

Rani Yahya most recently fought Victor Henry at UFC Fight Night: Nicolau vs Perez on Saturday, April 27, 2024, LOSS (TKO).

What weight class does Rani Yahya fight in?

Rani Yahya fights at Bantamweight.

How many knockouts does Rani Yahya have?

Rani Yahya has 0 wins by KO/TKO and 21 wins by submission.

How tall is Rani Yahya?

Rani Yahya is 5'6" (168 cm) tall.

How much does Rani Yahya weigh?

Rani Yahya weighs 135 lbs (61 kg).

What is Rani Yahya's reach?

Rani Yahya has a reach of 67" (170 cm).

How old is Rani Yahya?

Rani Yahya is 42 years old (born Sep 12, 1984).

Where is Rani Yahya from?

Rani Yahya is from Brazil.

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