Last fight
Win
Lacerda vs Sosa
Mar. 14, 2026
Stats & Records
11
Wins by Submission
1
First Round Finishes
Significant Strikes include all strikes at distance, plus power strikes in the clinch and on the ground.
Striking accuracy
- Sig. Strikes Landed
- 194
- Sig. Strikes Attempted
- 452
A takedown is awarded when a fighter deliberately grapples an opponent to the ground and establishes an advantageous position for an appreciable amount of time.
Takedown Accuracy
- Takedowns Landed
- 1
- Takedowns Attempted
- 23
- Sig. Str. Defense is the percentage of significant strikes attempted against a fighter that do not land.
- Takedown defense is the percentage of takedowns attempted against a fighter that do not land.
- Knockdown Avg. is the average number of knockdowns per 15 Minutes window.
Sig. Str. by target
athlete record
Info
Status
Not Fighting
Place of Birth
Macapá, Brazil
Trains at
Nova Uniao - Rio de Janeiro
Fighting style
Freestyle
Age
33
Height
67.00
Weight
136.00
Octagon Debut
Jan. 21, 2023
Reach
71.50
Leg reach
38.50
- Pro since 2012
- 11 wins by submission (3 RNC, heel hook, 2 guillotine, triangle, anaconda, 3 armbar)
- One first-round finish
UFC Fight Night (10/11/25) Lacerda submitted Saimon Oliveira via armbar at 3:55 of the second round
UFC Fight Night (6/3/23) Lacerda was stopped by Da’Mon Blackshear via ground punches at 3:54 of the second round
UFC 283 (1/21/23) Lacerda lost a three round unanimous decision to Cody Stamann
When and why did you start training for fighting? I turned pro in 2012. I'm one of the best in the world and I want to prove it, but for that I need to be in 100% shape.
What ranks and titles have you held? Best of Brazil, Shooto Brazil Champion, black belt in BJJ
What fight do you consider to be the key fight in your career? The fight against Saimon Oliveira, because it was the fight that kept me in the UFC. I had to overcome many challenges during two inactive years before that bout. It was a relief — I overcame immense pressure and realized that I am a GREAT man, inside and outside the Octagon.
Who is your favorite fighter and why? Myself. Because I know my own journey of overcoming challenges, my evolution, and who I am becoming inside the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
Do you have any heroes? My father, my mother and my master Dedé Pederneiras.
What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? The UFC is the biggest MMA event in the world; it's where the best fighters on the planet are, where every fighter dreams of being. It’s a dream come true. And here in UFC, being a champion means that you are the best in the world. You become a world champion in MMA.
Beyond a championship or money, what motivates you? To evolve as a man, father, husband, athlete, and martial artist — and to help and support young MMA athletes build strong character and pursue their dream of fighting in the UFC.
Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? I studied business for a year and half.
What was your job before you started fighting? I never worked. I've always dedicated myself to fighting.
Favorite grappling technique: Arm lock
Favorite Striking technique: Punches
