Francisco Figueiredo

Fighter Facts

• Pro since 2009
   
• Is 4-1-1 in his last six
   
• Three wins by KO, eight by submission (Arm triangle, 4 armbar, kneebar, triangle, RNC)
   
• Six first round finishes
   
• Younger brother of UFC flyweight champion Deiveson Figueiredo

UFC History
UFC on ESPN (4/30/22) Figueiredo submitted Daniel de Silva via kneebar at 1:18 of the first round 
UFC on ESPN (7/17/21) Figueiredo lost a three round unanimous decision to Malcolm Gordon
UFC on ESPN (1/20/21) Figueiredo won a three round unanimous decision over Jerome Rivera

Q&A
When and why did you start training for fighting? I started training when I was 13 years old. I wanted to become a professional fighter in order to provide a better life for my family.
What ranks and titles have you held? I am the current Jungle Fight Champion of my weight division.
Do you have any heroes? God
What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? It is a great achievement; I have definitely fulfilled a dream. I have worked really hard to come this far.
What was your job before you started fighting? Sushi man
Ranks in any martial arts styles: Jiu-Jitsu black belt
Favorite Striking technique: Kicking