MR
Height
6' 1"
Reach
76.0"
Stance
Orthodox
Age
29
"The Beast"
MAURÍCIO RUFFY
Rank #5Brazilian· Team Ruffy
MR
Height
6' 1"
Reach
76.0"
Stance
Orthodox
Age
29
Maurício Ruffy is a Brazilian mixed martial artist competing in the Light Heavyweight division of the UFC. He trains at Team Ruffy and is known for his aggressive striking style. Ruffy achieved notable victories over several top contenders prior to UFC Freedom 250, showcasing his knockout power and grappling skills. As of June 14, 2026, he is ranked #5 in the UFC.
Record entering UFC Freedom 250
6
Wins
2
Losses
0
Draws
6-2-0
Overall
Previous fights
08vs. Jake Thomas
Win18-3-0 (0 NC)·KO (punch)
UFC 248·Las Vegas, USA
Mar 15, 2026·Round 1·4:12
07vs. Bradley Sparks
Loss17-3-0 (0 NC)·Submission (armbar)
UFC 245·New York, USA
Dec 10, 2025·Round 2·3:45
06vs. David Koval
Win17-2-0 (0 NC)·Decision (split)
UFC 242·Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Sep 30, 2025·Round 3·5:00
05vs. Elijah King
Win16-2-0 (0 NC)·TKO (punches)
UFC 240·São Paulo, Brazil
Jun 20, 2025·Round 2·2:35
04vs. Carlos Santos
Win15-2-0 (0 NC)·Decision (unanimous)
UFC Fight Night 167·Curitiba, Brazil
Mar 12, 2025·Round 3·5:00
03vs. Vincent Romero
Loss14-2-0 (0 NC)·TKO (punches)
UFC 236·Miami, USA
Nov 2, 2024·Round 1·1:30
02vs. Sam Black
Win14-1-0 (0 NC)·Submission (rear-naked choke)
UFC Fight Night 164·Porto Alegre, Brazil
Jul 5, 2024·Round 3·3:00
01vs. Oliver Cruz
Win13-1-0 (0 NC)·KO (punch)
UFC 225·Las Vegas, USA
Mar 15, 2024·Round 1·4:50