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Paulo Thiago

Fighting out of Brasilia, Brazil
Age 28
Height 5' 11" (180 cm)
Weight 170 lbs. (77 kg)
Overall MMA Record (W-L-D) 11-1-0
Strengths
Very focused, strong chin
Next Fight UFC® 106 ORTIZ vs GRIFFIN 2
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Result Opponent Method Event Watch Now Date Round Time  
Loss Jon Fitch Unanimous Decision UFC® 100
 
Jul-11-2009 3 5:00  
Win Josh Koscheck Technical Knock Out UFC® 95 SANCHEZ vs STEVENSON
 
Feb-21-2009 1 3:29  

 

 


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Talk about a spectacular debut. At UFC 95, Paulo Thiago – who still works as a special operations police officer in Brazil – shocked the MMA world with a devastating one punch knockout of top contender Josh Koscheck. And to think, the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt is known for a ground game that has garnered him seven wins by submission.

When and why did you start training for fighting? Judo at age of 5. I was inspired by my older brother.

What ranks and titles have you held?
Storm, 4 Time Jungle Fight Champion, Conquista Fight, Capital Fight And Brasilia Gp. 6 Time Brasilia Jiu-Jitsu Champion; 5 Time Jiu-Jitsu State Champion; jiu-jitsu black belt under Ataide Jr.

Do you have any heroes?
No

What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC?
A dream come true

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn?
No

What was your job before you started fighting?
I`m still a police officer (special operations)

Favorite grappling technique:
Leglock

Favorite Striking technique:
High kick

 



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