Learn more about Bruno Silva's UFC history, fighter facts, and Q&A below.
Fighter Facts
- Team Anderson / Nogueira on TUF Brazil 4
- Pro since 2011
- Five wins by KO, three by submission (2 RNC, undisclosed submission)
- Four first round finishes
- Has won four of his last seven (4-2, 1 NC)
- Fought to 2017 draw with UFC veteran Casey Kenney
- Longtime training partner of former UFC flyweight and bantamweight champion Henry Cejudo
- Origin of nickname: “My nickname was given to me by my BJJ Master for being very short, but good at fighting.”
UFC History
UFC Fight Night (5/22/21) Silva stopped Victor Rodriguez via knockout at 1:00 of the first round
UFC Fight Night (3/20/21) Silva stopped JP Buys via strikes at 2:56 of the second round
UFC Fight Night (10/11/20) Silva lost a three round unanimous decision to Tagir Ulanbekov
UFC Fight Night (3/14/20) Silva lost a three round unanimous decision to David Dvorak
UFC 243 (10/5/19) Silva’s loss to Khalid Taha was overturned to a no contest after Taha failed a post-fight drug test
The Ultimate Fighter Brazil, Season 4
On episode five (quarterfinals), Silva was submitted by Dileno Lopes via guillotine choke in the first round
On episode one, Silva defeated Gustavo Sedorio via TKO (injury) in the first round
Q&A
When and why did you start training for fighting? I started fighting when I was 19, but since I was very young, I have always liked fights and martial arts. It has been a way for me to deal with my fighting soul and to become a winner.
What ranks and titles have you held? I was a BJJ State champion and I am a BJJ black belt.
Do you have any heroes? Minotauro (Nogueira) is a hero for me, not only for having given me an opportunity but also for having given opportunities for other people who have dreamed of becoming professional MMA fighters. I consider Minotauro a true warrior.
What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? For me, fighting in the UFC is a dream come true. It is an amazing opportunity to show the whole world who I am and what I can do best. And now that I am here, I am going to get to the top and I’m going to become the champion in my division.
What was your job before you started fighting? Before I started working as a fighter, I used to work in a market doing whatever was needed. I had several small jobs before I could make a living as a fighter.
Favorite grappling technique: Rear naked choke
Favorite Striking technique: Spinning back kick
