Learn more about Rodrigo Nascimento Ferreira's UFC history, fighter facts, and Q&A below.
Fighter Facts
- Pro since 2012
- Three wins by KO, six by submission (Kimura, armbar, triangle, 2 RNC, arm triangle)
- Six first round finishes
- Four finishes in 1:39 or less
- Origin of nickname – it means Yogi Bear in Portuguese
UFC History
UFC Fight Night (7/17/21) Nascimento stopped Alan Baudot via TKO (strikes) at 1:29 of the second round
UFC Fight Night (10/10/20) Nascimento was knocked out by Chris Daukaus at :45 of the first round
UFC on ESPN (5/16/20) Nascimento submitted Don’Tale Mayes via rear naked choke at 2:05 of the second round
DWCS 3
Episode six (7/30/19) Nascimento submitted Michal Martinez via arm triangle choke at 3:16 of the first round
Q&A
When and why did you start training for fighting? I started training in October 2010
Do you have any heroes? My mother and my family
What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? Everything. It’s the chance to change my life and my family’s life.
What was your job before you started fighting? I used to take care of dogs at my godfather’s kennel
Specific accomplishments in amateur competition? I have won some JJ tournaments
Ranks in any martial arts styles: BJJ purple belt
Favorite grappling technique: Arm triangle
Favorite striking technique: Body kick
