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JULY 19: (L-R) Deiveson Figueiredo secures a rear choke submission against Joseph Benavidez in their UFC flyweight championship bout inside Flash … The final PPV card of 2020 is set to go down this Saturday as all 20 fighters made weight Friday morning for UFC … Specific accomplishments in amateur competition? Get unlimited access to the world’s largest fight library, international fights, prelim bouts, and exclusive video. UFC 256: Figueiredo vs. Moreno Promotion: Ultimate Fighting Championship UFC 256: Figueiredo vs. Moreno Date: December 12, 2020 Figueiredo will clash with former bantamweight champ Cody Garbrandt, while Shevchenko will face Jennifer Maia. [21], Figueiredo faced John Moraga on August 25, 2018 at UFC Fight Night 135. [43] However, it was reported on October 2, 2020 that Garbrandt had torn his bicep and was forced to pull out of the contest. 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Figueiredo (19-1), who knocked out Benavidez in February but was unable to claim the vacant 125-pound title due to missing weight, delivered a … Jiu-jitsu northeast champion. Figueiredo, who defeated Alex Perez at UFC 255 on Nov. 21, will face top contender Brandon Moreno. He defeated de Miranda by submission mid-way through the first round. [16], His next fight came on October 28, 2017 at UFC Fight Night: Brunson vs. Machida against Jarred Brooks. [45], After a successful defence of his title at UFC 255, Figueiredo faced Brandon Moreno at UFC 256. Belt holder in category 57kg - Marajó Fight Event in Salvaterra-Marajó. As of March 29, 2021 he is #10 in the UFC men's pound-for-pound rankings. He is currently the UFC Flyweight Champion. The best and worst from UFC 256: Figueiredo vs. Moreno. As of March 23, 2021 he is #9 in the UFC men's pound-for-pound rankings. [37], Figueiredo rematched with Joseph Benavidez for the vacant UFC Flyweight Championship at UFC Fight Night 172 on July 19, 2020. Deiveson Figueiredo gets his UFC PPV points, targets May return. The main event of UFC 255 began at 1:04 a.m. Eastern on Sunday. Deiveson Figueiredo is set to make the quickest turnaround by a UFC champion when he defends the men's flyweight title in the UFC 256 main event on Saturday. The grudge match will have to wait, as Jeremey Stephens vs. Drakkar Klose was called off just before the start of UFC on ESPN 22. Murphy: Deiveson Figueiredo retaining his belt with a majority draw against Brandon Moreno proved an instant fight of the year finalist. Figueiredo won the fight by a second round TKO. He currently competes in the Flyweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). [33], Figueiredo faced Joseph Benavidez for the vacant UFC Flyweight Championship at UFC on ESPN+ 27 on February 29, 2020. Deiveson Alcântara Figueiredo (born December 18, 1987) is a Brazilian professional mixed martial artist. 20-1-0 (W-L-D). Brazil's "God Of War" Took Over The Flyweight Division In 2020. Deiveson Figueiredo believes that if he can defeat Brandon Moreno at UFC 256, he will go down as the Fighter of the Year. Deiveson Figueiredo is perhaps one of the most inspiring men in the UFC. [28], Figueiredo faced Alexandre Pantoja on July 27, 2019 at UFC 240. Figueiredo had a point taken from him by referee Jason Herzog in the 3rd round for a low blow: the foul proved crucial as it turned two 48-47 scorecards in his favor into even 47-47 decisions, with the third judge seeing the fight 48-46 for the champion. Paired with Joseph Benavidez in a battle for the vacant flyweight title on February 29 in … He was a bricklayer, a sushi chef, and a hairstylist before becoming a martial artist. Belt holder in category 57kg - Marajó Fight Event in Salvaterra-Marajó. Champion of Fight Marajoara and Native Fight of the Marajoaras. Figueiredo, 32, has won five straight fights and is 9-1 in the UFC. [5] Deiveson has a younger sister and a brother – Francisco – who also is a professional mixed martial artist signed with the UFC. I fight for a better life and to give a quality education to my son. He is a star in the making. He won the fight by a first round submission. He reportedly suffered from kidney and stomach pains when his team decided to stop cutting weight. Flyweight Champion [14], Figueiredo made his promotional debut on June 3, 2017 at UFC 212, facing Marco Beltran. [27] He lost the fight via unanimous decision, thus resulting in Figueiredo's first professional loss. What was your job before you started fighting?Hair stylist. Figueiredo previously held multiple jobs. What ranks and titles have you held? [40] Figueiredo won the fight via a technical submission in the first round. Deiveson Figueiredo has it all. Deiveson Figueiredo vs Alex Perez Pick – UFC 255: The finale of UFC 255 is an absolute banger of a fight. I’ve been fighting since I was nine years old. [25][26], Figueiredo faced Jussier Formiga on March 23, 2019 at UFC Fight Night 148. Do you have any heroes? The Brazilian slugger has 17 stoppages in 20 pro wins, dispelling the notion that flyweights don't finish fights. Watch the top finishes from Deiveson Figueiredo's UFC career Specific accomplishments in amateur competition?Champion of Fight Marajoara and Native Fight of the Marajoaras. As a result, Figueiredo forfeited 30 percent of his purse to Benavidez and wasn't eligible to win the UFC Flyweight championship. Deiveson Figueiredo: 20–1–1 Flyweight: Flyweight Champion: Brandon Moreno (UFC 263 - June 12, 2021) 11 Justin Gaethje: 22–3 Lightweight #2 in lightweight rankings: 12 Petr Yan: 15–2 Bantamweight #1 in bantamweight rankings: 13 Robert Whittaker: 22–5 Welterweight (2009–2014) Middleweight (2014–present) #1 in middleweight rankings What ranks and titles have you held?UFC flyweight champion. Copy to Clipboard [1], In late 2014, Deiveson signed with Jungle Fight, and was scheduled to make his first appearance with the organization at Jungle Fight 75 against Rayner Silva. Fighting has always been my passion. According to his manager, the bout was not yet officially removed and Figueiredo was administered a second COVID-19 test on July 12, 2020 where the result would be back on July 13, 2020 to determined if Figueiredo was free to fight. Deiveson Figueiredo record, bio. He moved to Belem to attend high school and started training in capoeira. Good thing for those who stayed up that Deiveson Figueiredo had our backs. Nov. 21 will be a huge night for the UFC's flyweight division. Figueiredo (12-3-1, 1 NC), the brother of UFC flyweight titleholder Deiveson Figueiredo, was successful in his UFC debut when he defeated Jerome Rivera via unanimous decision in … See which fighters earned a bonus on UFC 256: Figueiredo vs Moreno. [5] He started training MMA after he met Iuri Marajo at the age of sixteen. Fighter Fighting Style Height Weight; Deiveson Figueiredo: Wrestling: 5' 5" 125 lbs: Brandon Moreno: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: 5' 7" 125 lbs [24] However the promotion clarified plans indicating that the pairing was off and that Figueiredo would be rescheduled for a separate event. He currently competes in the Flyweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). UFC flyweight champion Deiveson Figueiredo kicked off 2021 with two special requests in mind. [34][35] He won the fight via TKO in round two. • When and why did you start training for fighting? I fight for a better life and to give a quality education to my son. Deiveson Figueiredo believes that if he can defeat Brandon Moreno at UFC 256, he will go down as the Fighter of the Year. In the co-main event, Tony Ferguson will take on Charles Oliveira. Hair stylist. [10], He was then scheduled to fight Jefte Brilhante during Revelation FC 3, but the bout was later cancelled. The Ten Fighters That Made The Most Out Of 2020. Betting odds for UFC 256: Deiveson Figueiredo vs. Brandon Moreno. [5][8] He was a cowboy, working with his father at an animal farm until he was thirteen years old. Deiveson Alcântara Figueiredo (born December 18, 1987) is a Brazilian professional mixed martial artist. Fight week rolls on in Las Vegas as the fighters mentally prepare for Saturday's big event. God, my eternal hero. [42], As the first fight of his new six-fight contract with the UFC, Figueiredo was scheduled to make his first title defense against former UFC Bantamweight champion Cody Garbrandt on November 21, 2020 at UFC 255. [49], A rematch with Moreno is expected to take place on June 12, 2021 at UFC 263.[50]. [38] On July 11, 2020, Figueiredo tested positive for COVID-19. What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? Deiveson Figueiredo talks about his majority draw at UFC 256. To fight in this organization is to show that in this world, I can achieve the goals and work hard with strength and determination. [22] He won the fight via technical knockout 3:08 into the second round. [23], Figueiredo was expected to face Joseph Benavidez on January 19, 2019 at UFC Fight Night 143. [48] Both men won the Fight of the Night award. Jiu-jitsu northeast champion. After engaging in an instant classic last year, Deiveson Figueiredo and Brandon Moreno will run it back in a UFC flyweight title rematch. On the eve of the UFC's return to FIGHT ISLAND, we look back at some of the already-classic finishes. See which fighters made the most out of their opportunity on UFC 256. Shop for him latest apparel from the official UFC store. [44] He won the fight via guillotine choke submission in round one. [32] He won the fight via submission in the first round. UFC flyweight champ Deiveson Figueiredo almost didn’t make it to his second title defense at UFC 256. Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn?No. [29] He won the fight via unanimous decision. 275.8k Followers, 3,439 Following, 966 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Deiveson Figueiredo (@daico_deusdaguerra) 4-ranked contender Alex Perez with a guillotine choke in the first round. [13] He fought again four months later, during Jungle Fight 90, against the undefeated Denis Oliveira. Reigning 125 … Do you have any heroes?God, my eternal hero. He defeated Oliveira by a first round knockout. By: John Morgan. [17][18] He won the fight via split decision. [7], Figueiredo was born in Soure, Para, Brazil, a small city on the isle of Marajó where buffaloes roam freely. Figueiredo worked as a bricklayer, hairdresser, and sushi chef before competing in MMA professionally. Francisco Figueiredo, the brother of Deiveson Figueiredo, will make his UFC debut on January 20 at UFC FIGHT ISLAND 8: ‘CHIESA VS MAGNY’ … [47] After five rounds of back-and-forth fighting, the fight was declared a majority draw. [36] Coming into the fight with Benavidez, Figueiredo had to cut 11 kilograms (24 lb). Deiveson Figueiredo 2021: Record, Net Worth, Salary and Endorsement. Name: Deiveson Figueiredo Nationality: Brazilian Born: Dec. 18, 1987 Height: 5-5 After battling Brandon Moreno to a draw in … Fighting has always been my passion. [39] Figueiredo passed multiple COVID-19 tests, clearing him to fight in the main event. Behind-the-scenes access & Fan only fights every month. [9], Figueiredo made his professional debut in February 2012 against a fellow debutante Aluisio Ferreira. The current reigning Flyweight champion is defending his title for the first time against Alex Perez. Figueiredo (18-1 MMA, 7-1 UFC) will take on Benavidez (28-6 MMA, 15-4 UFC) for the vacant 125-pound strap at UFC on ESPN+ 30, which takes place … In his next six fights, Figueiredo fought in the Pará and Maranhão MMA circuits, mostly against debuting fighters, with David Silva and Joel Silva being the notable exceptions. [34] At the weigh-in, Figueiredo weighed in at 127.5 pounds, 2.5 pounds over the title fight limit. Deiveson Figueiredo’s year didn’t start the way he had hoped. When and why did you start training for fighting?I’ve been fighting since I was nine years old. According to BetMGM, Figueiredo is listed as a -223 favorite, meaning that you would need to bet $223 to win $100. On Friday, UFC president Dana White confirmed with ESPN that both male flyweight champion Deiveson Figueiredo and female flyweight titleholder Valentina Shevchenko will be defending their titles at UFC 255 on Nov. 21. What was your job before you started fighting? [9] He purchased a pet water buffalo bull using some of his early MMA purses, which he has named Ferdinand. Who won the UFC fight last night: Brandon Moreno pushes Deiveson Figueiredo to the brink in a five-round war! Deiveson Figueiredo Alex … [11] He was scheduled to fight Henrique Souza during Revelation FC 4, but the fight was likewise later cancelled. The best 8 bouts to earn "Fight of the Night" in 2020. [5] Around the age of nine, he followed his father's footsteps and began wrestling. Following a stint at Team Alpha Male, Deiveson returned to his native Brazil and founded Team Figueiredo gym in Belém. TRAINING: Every day - physical preparation, MMA and Muay Thai. [31], Figueiredo faced Tim Elliott on October 12, 2019 at UFC on ESPN+ 19. Deiveson Figueiredo knocked down Joseph Benavidez three times and then choked him out in the first round of their rematch in Abu Dhabi to claim the vacant UFC … Anders. [46] This was the UFC's fastest championship turnaround, at 21 days. Benavidez is the underdog at +180, meaning a $100 bet would net you $180. With the UFC returning to UFC Fight Island it's only right that we look back at some of the best finishes to happen on the island so far. Copyright © 2001-2021 UFC All Rights Reserved, The Best Finishes On UFC Fight Island...So Far, Champion Check-In: Deiveson Figueiredo's Epic 2020. [5] His father was a buffalo herder who practiced luta marajoara, a local folk wrestling style. [12], Figueiredo was scheduled to fight Antônio de Miranda during Jungle Fight 87, following a seventeen month break from the sport. For Deiveson Figueiredo, it took less than two minutes to score his first flyweight title defense as he submitted Alex Perez with a guillotine choke in the main event of UFC … UFC Fight Night: Figueiredo vs. Benavidez odds. UFC 256: Figueiredo vs. Moreno Dec. 12, 2020 M-DEC 5 5:00 win. [20] He won the fight via technical knockout in round two. That happening three … [15] He won the fight via technical knockout by corner stoppage after round two. [37] Figueiredo stated he would like to give Joseph Benavidez his rematch because Benavidez gave him the opportunity to fight when he missed weight ahead of their fight. [19], On February 3, 2018 Figueiredo faced Joseph Morales at UFC Fight Night: Machida vs. Pantoja (23-5 MMA, 7-3 UFC) defeated the former Rizin FF champion and bounced back from his defeat to Askar Askarov in July 2020. The Brazilian had to go through great difficulties to make it to the promotion. First, he wanted to get paid an extra going forward, making dollars based on pay-per-view sales. He is currently the UFC Flyweight Champion. Figueiredo instead made his first title defense against Alex Perez. https://www.ufc.com/video/deiveson-figueiredo-god-of-war Copied. Here are the full results for UFC 256: Figueiredo vs. Moreno which took place on December 12, 2020 at the UFC Apex facility in Enterprise, Nevada, part of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Area, United States. [30] This fight earned him the Fight of the Night award. It is the first dream being fulfilled. The UFC flyweight contender is hoping to land a rematch with Deiveson Figueiredo following Pantoja’s decision win over Manel Kape at Saturday’s UFC Fight Night 184 . 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