Edson Barboza
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JUNIOR

Edson Barboza

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Brazil, Nova Friburgo, Rio de Janeiro
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Age: 40
24
Wins
14
Losses
0
DRAWS
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Fighter Details

Height:
5'11" (180 cm)
Weight:
155 lbs (70 kg)
Reach:
75" (191 cm)
Stance:
Orthodox
DOB:
21st Jan. 1986
Age:
40
Division:
Lightweight
AI Rank:
Unranked

Career Statistics

24-14-0
4.14
Significant Strikes Landed per Min
44%
Significant Striking Accuracy
4.60
Significant Strikes Absorbed per Min
0.4
Average Takedowns per 15 Min
50%
Takedown Accuracy
0.1
Submission Average per 15 Min
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UFC Record Breakdown

18-14UFC Record
KO/TKO (35%)
Decision (35%)
Losses (30%)

Performance Breakdown

Striking Accuracy44%
Grappling Efficiency50%
Takedown Defense73%
Cardio & Endurance76%
Fight IQ70%

Social Media Growth

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@edsonbarbozajr
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Frequently asked questions

What is Edson Barboza's professional MMA record?

Edson Barboza has a professional MMA record of 24-14-0 (wins-losses-draws).

Who does Edson Barboza fight next?

Edson Barboza is next scheduled to fight Esteban Ribovics at UFC 330: Makhachev vs. Machado Garry on August 15, 2026.

How old is Edson Barboza?

Edson Barboza is 40 years old, born January 21, 1986.

How tall is Edson Barboza?

Edson Barboza stands 180 cm (5'11") tall, with a 191 cm (75") reach.

Where is Edson Barboza from?

Edson Barboza is from Brazil.

What is Edson Barboza's nickname?

Edson Barboza is known as "Junior".

When was Edson Barboza's last fight?

Edson Barboza last fought on December 6, 2025 at UFC 323: Dvalishvili vs. Yan 2, losing to Jalin Turner by KO/TKO in round 1.

What were the scorecards for Edson Barboza vs Drakkar Klose?

Edson Barboza lost to Drakkar Klose by unanimous decision at UFC 319: Du Plessis vs. Chimaev on August 16, 2025. All three judges (Sal D'amato, Derek Cleary, Brandon Mason) scored the fight 29-28 in Drakkar Klose's favor.

What were the scorecards for Edson Barboza vs Lerone Murphy?

Edson Barboza lost to Lerone Murphy by unanimous decision at UFC Fight Night: Barboza vs. Murphy on May 18, 2024. The official scorecards were Derek Cleary 49-46, Sal D'amato 50-45, Ron McCarthy 50-45 (winner's score first).

Edson Barboza is a 40-year-old fighter with a 24-14-0 record. Next fight: vs Esteban Ribovics at UFC 330: Makhachev vs. Machado Garry on August 15, 2026. Last fought December 2025.