Waldo Acosta
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Yair Rodriguez and Jean Silva will meet in a five-round main event at Noche UFC, officially announced for September 12 in Glendale, Arizona. Rodriguez returns for the first time in over a year following a dominant victory over Patricio Pitbull in 2025, while Silva enters as one of the featherweight division's most dangerous finishers. The card, a celebration of Mexican Independence Day, also features Manon Fiorot vs. Alexa Grasso and Waldo Cortes Acosta vs. Curtis Blaydes, among others.
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Waldo Cortes-Acosta and Curtis Blaydes will clash at Noche UFC on September 12. The heavyweight matchup adds a significant bout to the card.
Frequently asked questions
What is Waldo Acosta's professional MMA record?
Waldo Acosta has a professional MMA record of 17-3-0 (wins-losses-draws).
Who does Waldo Acosta fight next?
Waldo Acosta is next scheduled to fight Curtis Blaydes at UFC 331 on September 19, 2026.
How old is Waldo Acosta?
Waldo Acosta is 34 years old, born October 3, 1991.
How tall is Waldo Acosta?
Waldo Acosta stands 193 cm (6'4") tall, with a 198 cm (78") reach.
Where is Waldo Acosta from?
Waldo Acosta is from United States and competes in the Heavyweight division.
What is Waldo Acosta's UFC ranking?
Waldo Acosta is ranked #5 in the UFC Heavyweight division.
What is Waldo Acosta's nickname?
Waldo Acosta is known as "Salsa Boy".
When was Waldo Acosta's last fight?
Waldo Acosta last fought on May 9, 2026 at UFC 328: Chimaev vs. Strickland, losing to Alexander Volkov by unanimous decision.
What were the scorecards for Waldo Acosta vs Alexander Volkov?
Waldo Acosta lost to Alexander Volkov by unanimous decision at UFC 328: Chimaev vs. Strickland on May 9, 2026. The official scorecards were Jon Bilyk 30-27, Henry Krawiec 29-28, Dave Tirelli 29-28 (winner's score first).
What were the scorecards for Waldo Acosta vs Sergei Pavlovich?
Waldo Acosta lost to Sergei Pavlovich by unanimous decision at UFC Fight Night: Walker vs. Zhang on August 23, 2025. The official scorecards were Evan Field 30-27, Mark Christie 29-28, Clemens Werner 29-28 (winner's score first).
Waldo Acosta is a 34-year-old Heavyweight fighter, ranked #5, with a 17-3-0 record. Next fight: vs Curtis Blaydes at UFC 331 on September 19, 2026. Last fought May 2026.