JUSSIER FORMIGA

Jussier Formiga is a Brazilian combatant who held the Shooto South America championship at 123 pounds. He refined his craft at American Top Team, establishing himself as a formidable presence in the flyweight ranks. Throughout his tenure in the sport, the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Judo black belt matched up against high-level opposition including Henry Cejudo, Joseph Benavidez, and Deiveson Figueiredo. Following his departure from the world's premier promotion in 2020, he transitioned to the Legacy Fighting Alliance to continue his professional journey.

Entering this contest, the veteran holds a professional record of 24-8. His most recent outing occurred in February 2022, where he secured a technical submission victory over Felipe Bunes via rear-naked choke. Prior to that win, he endured a three-fight skid featuring setbacks against Alex Perez, Brandon Moreno, and Joseph Benavidez.