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Samuel Sanches

"The Prodigy"
11-1-0BrazilBrazilLast 5

Last fight: Win vs Chasen Blair · Knockout · Sep 9, 2025

NEXT FIGHT
vs Evan Elder
UFCPolymarket UFC 334: Gane vs Hokit·
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CAREER SUMMARY

Samuel Sanches holds a professional MMA record of 11-1-0. Sanches has won 11 fights: 8 by KO/TKO, 1 by submission, 2 by decision. Of 1 career loss, 0 came by KO/TKO and 1 by submission. Most recent fight: September 9, 2025. Tracked organizations: UFC.

Profile

Height
5'10"178 cm
Weight
155 lbs70 kg
Reach
74"188 cm
Stance
Orthodox
DOB
Jan 28, 2003
Age
23
Nationality
Brazil
Birthplace
Salvador, Bahia, Brazil

Upcoming

  1. UFCPolymarket UFC 334: Gane vs Hokit
    vs Evan ElderLightweight

Career history

  1. WIN
    vs Chasen Blair
    UFC · Dana White's Contender Series 81· Sep 9, 2025· Lightweight· 11-1 vs 7-4
    KO
    R1 · 02:00
  2. WIN
    vs Evaldo Santos
    Thunder Fight 47· Mar 30, 2025· Lightweight· 10-1 vs 17-6
    TKO
    R1 · 0:54
  3. WIN
    vs Severino Neto
    JuaFight 1· Jun 1, 2024· Welterweight· 9-1 vs 7-8
    TKO
    R2 · 2:40
  4. WIN
    vs Sérgio de Jesus Santos
    Demo Fight 19· Apr 28, 2024· Lightweight· 8-1 vs 7-12
    UD
  5. WIN
    vs Bruno Justo
    Demo Fight 18· Jan 27, 2024· Lightweight· 7-1 vs 10-7
    TKO
    R2 · 1:18
  6. WIN
    vs Sérgio Santos
    Demo Fight 17· Jul 29, 2023· Lightweight· 6-1 vs 1-1
    UD
  7. WIN
    vs Paulo Roberto
    Demo Fight 16· Mar 25, 2023· Lightweight· 5-1 vs 4-19-1
    SUB
    R1 · 3:00
  8. WIN
    vs Walef Pereira
    WS Fighting 6· Nov 5, 2022· Lightweight· 4-1 vs 1-2
    TKO
    R1 · 4:58
  9. LOSS
    vs Hugo Vargas
    Qualify Combat 11· Jul 9, 2022· Featherweight· 3-1 vs 2-2
    SUB
    R1 · 4:19
  10. WIN
    vs William Paiva
    Jardim Fight 4· Mar 27, 2022· Lightweight· 3-0 vs 1-2
    TKO
    R1 · 0:57
  11. WIN
    vs Emerson Conceição
    Jardim Fight 3· Nov 7, 2021· 2-0 vs 1-3
    TKO
    R1 · 3:14
  12. WIN
    vs João Pedro
    Imperium MMA Pro 15· Aug 14, 2021· Lightweight· 1-0 vs 0-2
    TKO
    R1 · 2:13

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

  • Galpao Da Luta

Career stats

Pro MMARecord: 11-1-0 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed6.00per min
75% accuracy
Strikes absorbed0.00per min
100% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed0.00per 15 min
Takedowns stuffed100%
Submission attempts0.0per 15 min

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Peak
1713Sep 9, 2025
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Frequently asked questions

When does Samuel Sanches fight next?

Samuel Sanches fights Evan Elder on Saturday, November 14, 2026 at UFC 334: Gane vs Hokit.

What is Samuel Sanches's record?

Samuel Sanches's professional MMA record is 11-1-0.

Who is Samuel Sanches fighting next?

Samuel Sanches's next opponent is Evan Elder at UFC 334: Gane vs Hokit.

Who did Samuel Sanches fight last?

Samuel Sanches most recently fought Chasen Blair at Dana White's Contender Series 81 on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, WIN (Knockout).

What weight class does Samuel Sanches fight in?

Samuel Sanches fights at Lightweight.

How many knockouts does Samuel Sanches have?

Samuel Sanches has 8 wins by KO/TKO and 1 win by submission.

How tall is Samuel Sanches?

Samuel Sanches is 5'10" (178 cm) tall.

How much does Samuel Sanches weigh?

Samuel Sanches weighs 155 lbs (70 kg).

What is Samuel Sanches's reach?

Samuel Sanches has a reach of 74" (188 cm).

How old is Samuel Sanches?

Samuel Sanches is 23 years old (born Jan 28, 2003).

Where is Samuel Sanches from?

Samuel Sanches is from Brazil.

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