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Marcus Buchecha

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5-2-0 (W-L-D)

1

Wins by Knockout

4

Wins by Submission

5

First Round Finishes

Marcus Buchecha
  • Last fight

    Win
    Martin Buday
    Marcus Buchecha

    Buday vs Buchecha

    Jul. 26, 2025
  • Upcoming fight

    Kennedy Nzechukwu
    Marcus Buchecha

    Nzechukwu vs Buchecha

    Dec. 13, 2025

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Info

Learn more about Marcus Buchecha's UFC history, fighter facts, and Q&A below.

Status
Active
Place of Birth
State of São Paulo, Brazil
Trains at
American Top Team
Age
35
Height
74.00
Weight
254.00
Octagon Debut
Jul. 26, 2025
Reach
77.50
Leg reach
41.00
  • Pro since 2021
     
  • One win by KO, four by submission (2 RNC, heel hook, North-South choke)
     
  • Five first-round finishes
     

UFC on ABC (7/26/25) Buchecha lost a three round unanimous decision to Martin Buday

When and why did you start training for fighting? I started training Jiu Jitsu when I was 12 because of the influence of my sister and dad, then MMA in 2020 to test myself in another sport after accomplishing big things in grappling.

What professional titles have you held? I am 13x Black Belt World Champion and 2x ADCC Champion.

Any belts/ ranks in grappling disciplines? Black Belt in BJJ

What has been your toughest fight to date and why? My only loss of my career Against “Reug Reug”. It was a really tough fight and I lost by decision, but it made me a better fighter, for sure.

Who is your favorite fighter and why? Cain Velasquez, Minotauro and BJ Penn.

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? No, I finished high school.

What was your job before you started fighting? Jiu Jitsu instructor.

Origin of nickname: I got this nickname on my first week of Jiu Jitsu when I was around 12 years old because I was a chubby kid. Buchecha means “Cheek”.

Personal Life / Background: I have no kids.

Who are 3 people you'd love to meet or work with? Dwayne Johnson, Chris Hemsworth, Robert Downey Jr, Quentin Tarantino, Steven Spielberg 

What are your hobbies, activities or other interests when not training for a fight? Surfing, traveling the world.