Mauricio Ruffy
Last fightLoss
KO/TKO (R1 · 4:56)UFC 331: Van vs. Pantoja 2
- Pro record 14-3-0
- UFC record 5-2-0
- Outside the UFC 9-1-0
Fighter Details
UFC statistics
UFC round data: 7 bouts · through 2026-09-19
UFC Record Breakdown
Performance Breakdown
Heuristic ratings
Heuristic scores · 0–100
7 UFC bouts · 98 division peers
Data through 2026-09-19
1 bouts reaching round 3
Data through 2024-11-16
How these scores are calculated
Fight IQ = 40% striking-accuracy percentile + 30% striking-defense percentile + 30% takedown-defense percentile within the division.
Requires 3 UFC bouts, 15 measured minutes, at least 10 division peers, 100 strike attempts, 100 opponent strike attempts and 10 opponent takedown attempts.
Cardio = 100 × the median late/early significant-strike attempt rate ratio, capped at 100. Compare rounds 3+ with rounds 1–2 within each bout. Requires 3 eligible bouts with at least 60 late-round seconds each. 100 means maintained or higher late pace.
Fight IQ summarizes accuracy and defense; cardio summarizes retained pace. Style, opponents and grappling affect both. These scores do not measure intelligence, physical fitness or win probability.
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Rumors Swirl of Max Holloway vs. Mauricio Ruffy at UFC Dallas, Unconfirmed by UFC
Rumour🚨 MAX HOLLOWAY VS MAURICIO RUFFY AT UFC DALLAS? 👀🔥 Rumors are heating up about a potential lightweight showdown between Max Holloway and Mauricio Ruffy at UFC Dallas on January 16, 2027! Ruffy has recently teased major fight news, with speculation growing about a possible matchup against the former featherweight champion. With the UFC officially returning to Dallas to kick off its 2027 calendar, could this explosive striking matchup be added to the card? Nothing has been officially confirmed, but Holloway vs. Ruffy has all the ingredients for an absolute WAR! 💥 Would you want to see these two throw down in Dallas? 👀 🥊 #ufc #mma #fight #news #texas
Arman Tsarukyan told lightweight title shot comes early 2027
Arman Tsarukyan says he has been assured his next fight will be for the UFC lightweight title, expected at the beginning of 2027. He said he would drop to 145 pounds if not given a shot at 155, but plans to stay at lightweight. Tsarukyan is on a six-fight UFC winning streak after knocking out Mauricio Ruffy at UFC 331 in September, while champion Justin Gaethje's retirement consideration and talk of a Gaethje-Ilia Topuria rematch had clouded the picture.
Mauricio Ruffy's Spinning Wheel Kicks Are Drawing Comparisons to Martial Arts Films
Mauricio Ruffy is the Brazilian lightweight whose pad work looks like a choreographed action movie. Spinning attacks, wheel kicks and slick combinations flow together with phenomenal speed and balance, every strike snapping into the mitts like a scene from a martial arts film. Those ninja-like skills are real, producing spectacular spinning wheel kick knockouts of King Green and Michael Chandler and 13 stoppages in a 14-3 mixed martial arts career. After a devastating September 2026 loss to Arman Tsarukyan, the explosive striker remains one of the most relentless highlight machines at 155 pounds. #ufc #mma #movies #insane #reels
Ruffy vs. Parnasse Fight Rumoured for UFC 335, Nothing Confirmed Yet
RumourIs Ruffy vs Parnasse next? Rumours have been circulating about a potential fight between Mauricio Ruffy and Salahdine Parnasse at UFC 335 on December 12 in Las Vegas! Both fighters have recently been posting training footage, adding even more fuel to the speculation. Ruffy also teased that he has “news coming soon”, leaving fans wondering if a fight announcement could be right around the corner. This would be an absolute BANGER between two of the most exciting strikers in the division. Nothing has been officially confirmed yet, but this is definitely a fight I’d love to see happen. Would you wanna see this fight next? THIS IS A CONCEPT POSTER NO FIGHT IS HAS BEEN CONFIRMED!!! #ufc #mma #mauricioruffy #salhadineparnasse #charlesoliveira
Volkanovski knew Ruffy wasn't ready for Tsarukyan before short-notice knockout
Alexander Volkanovski opens up about knowing Mauricio Ruffy was not ready for Arman Tsarukyan. Over the last couple of months Alexander Volkanovski has been a pillar in the training camp for Maurico Ruffy and has cornered him in his last two fights. Volk spoke recently saying he knew Ruffy needed a few more camps to deal with the puzzle that Arman Tsarukyan is and since the fight was on short notice it gave Volk even more doubts and questions. The fight ended in the first round with Ruffy getting knocked out.
Frequently asked questions
What is Mauricio Ruffy's professional MMA record?
Mauricio Ruffy has a professional MMA record of 14-3-0 (wins-losses-draws).
What is Mauricio Ruffy's UFC record?
Mauricio Ruffy's UFC record is 5-2-0 (wins-losses-draws), and 9-1-0 in professional fights outside the UFC.
Who does Mauricio Ruffy fight next?
Mauricio Ruffy does not have a fight currently scheduled.
How old is Mauricio Ruffy?
Mauricio Ruffy is 30 years old, born June 17, 1996.
How tall is Mauricio Ruffy?
Mauricio Ruffy stands 180 cm (5'11") tall, with a 191 cm (75") reach.
Where is Mauricio Ruffy from?
Mauricio Ruffy is from Brazil and competes in the Lightweight division.
What is Mauricio Ruffy's UFC ranking?
Mauricio Ruffy is ranked #8 in the UFC Lightweight division.
When was Mauricio Ruffy's last fight?
Mauricio Ruffy last fought on September 19, 2026 at UFC 331: Van vs. Pantoja 2, losing to Arman Tsarukyan by KO/TKO in round 1.
What were the scorecards for Mauricio Ruffy vs James Llontop?
Mauricio Ruffy defeated James Llontop by unanimous decision at UFC 309: Jones vs. Miocic on November 16, 2024. All three judges (Eric Colon, Ron McCarthy, Bryan Miner) scored the fight 29-28 in Mauricio Ruffy's favor.
Mauricio Ruffy scouting report
Mauricio Ruffy (Brazil) is a 30-year-old lightweight, ranked #8 in the division, who is 14-3 as a pro and 5-2 in the UFC (9-1 outside it). He debuted at UFC 301: Pantoja vs. Erceg on May 4, 2024; four of his five UFC wins came by KO/TKO and one by decision; his UFC wins include Rafael Fiziev (now ranked #11 at lightweight). He scores 1.9 knockdowns per 15 minutes (lightweight average: 0.4; 98th percentile of 98 active lightweights with at least 3 UFC bouts and 15 minutes of fight time) and lands 56.5% of his significant-strike attempts (average: 47.4%; 94th percentile). His reach of 75 inches is 3.4 inches longer than the lightweight average (71.6 inches). Last fight: KO/TKO loss to Arman Tsarukyan, then 10-2 in the UFC, on September 19, 2026 (UFC 331: Van vs. Pantoja 2). No next fight is booked.
Built from AgentMMA's UFC database (as of October 31, 2026); not AI-written.
Mauricio Ruffy vs the lightweight average
Computed by AgentMMA from the round-by-round stats of 7 UFC bouts (48:40 of fight time).
| Stat | Ruffy | Division average | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Significant strikes landed per minute | 3.7179 in 48:40 | 4.4 | 32 |
| Significant strike accuracy | 56.5%179 of 317 landed | 47.4% | 94 |
| Significant strikes absorbed per minute | 3.5172 in 48:40 | 4.2 | 28 |
| Significant strike defense | 59.4%252 of 424 avoided | 52.7% | 85 |
| Takedowns per 15 minutes | 00 in 48:40 | 1.6 | 5 |
| Takedown accuracy | 0%0 of 1 landed | 36.2% | —† |
| Takedown defense | 86.7%26 of 30 stopped | 64% | 92 |
| Submission attempts per 15 minutes | 00 in 48:40 | 0.5 | 15 |
| Knockdowns per 15 minutes | 1.96 in 48:40 | 0.4 | 98 |
| Control time | 4.1%2:01 of 48:40 | 19.6% | 12 |
| Average fight time | 6:577 bouts | 10:21 | 8 |
| Height | 180 cm71″ | 178 cm70″ | |
| Reach | 191 cm75″ | 182 cm71.6″ |
- Division average and percentile: 98 active lightweight fighters with a UFC bout in the last 3 years, at least 3 UFC bouts and 15 minutes of UFC fight time.
- Percentile: the share of those fighters whose value is lower (ties count half). For every stat, a higher percentile means a higher number.
- †No percentile: fewer than 50 significant-strike or 10 takedown attempts behind this rate.
UFC fight record
UFC record: 5-2
Every UFC bout, newest first. Open a bout for the full result, judges' scorecards and round-by-round stats.
- ResultMatchupMethodEventDate
- LUFC record after this bout: 5-2-0Pro record now: 24-3-0UFC record entering: 10-2-0KO/TKOR1 4:56UFC 331: Van vs. Pantoja 2Sep 19, 2026Result & stats
- WUFC record after this bout: 5-1-0Pro record now: 23-11-0UFC record entering: 2-5-0KO/TKOR1 4:29UFC Freedom 250Jun 14, 2026Result & stats
- WUFC record after this bout: 4-1-0Pro record now: 14-5-0UFC record entering: 7-4-0KO/TKOR2 4:30UFC 325: Volkanovski vs. Lopes 2Jan 31, 2026Result & stats
- LUFC record after this bout: 3-1-0Pro record now: 17-4-0 (1 NC)UFC record entering: 6-3-0SUBR2 2:56UFC Fight Night: Imavov vs. BorralhoSep 6, 2025Result & stats
- WUFC record after this bout: 3-0-0Pro record now: 36-18-1 (1 NC)UFC record entering: 13-11-1 (1 NC)KO/TKOR1 2:07UFC 313: Pereira vs. AnkalaevMar 8, 2025Result & stats
- WUFC record after this bout: 2-0-0Pro record now: 14-5-0UFC record entering: 0-2-0DECUFC 309: Jones vs. MiocicNov 16, 2024Result & stats
- WUFC record after this bout: 1-0-0Pro record now: 18-9-0UFC record entering: 5-5-0KO/TKOR1 4:42UFC 301: Pantoja vs. ErcegMay 4, 2024Result & stats