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"Macapa"

Rafael Estevam

Flyweight Division

13-0-0 (W-L-D)

4

Wins by Knockout

3

Wins by Submission

1

First Round Finishes

Rafael Estevam

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

Status
Active
Place of Birth
Macapá, Brazil
Trains at
Nova Uniao - Rio de Janeiro
Fighting style
MMA
Age
28
Height
68.00
Weight
126.00
Octagon Debut
Apr. 22, 2023
Reach
69.00
Leg reach
37.50
  • Pro since 2015
     
  • Four wins by KO, three by submission (RNC, arm triangle, armbar)
     
  • One first-round finish
     
  • Origin of nickname: “Macapa is the state I was born in.”

UFC Fight Night (11/18/23) Estevam won a three round unanimous decision over Charles Johnson

 

Dana White's Contender Series, Season 6

Episode 10 (9/27/22) Estevam stopped Joao Elias via strikes at 2:25 of the second round

When and why did you start training for fighting? In 2012, I fell in love with jiu jitsu, and after that with MMA.

Training: Jiu Jitsu, sparring and physical preparation

What ranks and titles have you held? Shooto Brasil Champion and Fatality Arena Shooto Champion.

Do you have any heroes? My father, who raised my family. 

What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? It means I’m one of the best fighters in the world.

What was your job before you started fighting? In restaurants, as a bartender.