CARLOS DIEGO FERREIRA

Carlos Diego Ferreira hails from Amazonas, Brazil, and currently hones his craft at Fortis MMA. Competing as a lightweight, he previously held the Legacy FC title before beginning his tenure with the UFC in 2014. Throughout his career, he has showcased proficiency in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu while securing notable victories against opponents like Anthony Pettis. His professional journey has been marked by several post-fight performance bonuses earned through his tactical approach inside the cage.

Entering his upcoming bout with an overall record of 18-5-0, Ferreira arrives with mixed momentum from his previous five appearances. He most recently secured a knockout win over Michael Johnson in May 2023. Prior to that victory, he suffered three consecutive setbacks against Mateusz Gamrot, Gregor Gillespie, and Beneil Dariush. He also holds an earlier submission win against Anthony Pettis.