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Tale of the Tape
Age
30
Height
5' 11"
Reach
75"
Stance
Orthodox
Country
Brazil
Key Stats
88%
Win Rate
93%
Finish Rate
13
KO/TKO Wins
0
Submission Wins
1
Title Fight Wins
16
Pro Fights
Advanced Stats
Color = level vs. divisionStriking
Career
Win Methods
Mauricio Ruffy is ranked #7 at UFC lightweight — close enough to smell the title, dangerous enough that champions don't say his name too loudly.
On the feet he's a problem: 4.19 significant strikes a minute at 59% accuracy, and 93% of his wins end in a knockout. The math is bad for anyone standing across from him.
Most recent outing: a win over Michael Chandler via ko/tko (punches) r1. Business handled.
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Latest / Mauricio Ruffy News
Ruffy vs. Tsarukyan at UFC 331: A Knockout Artist's Title Gamble
Mauricio Ruffy owns 13 KOs in 14 wins. Now he's taking a short-notice grappling test against the #2 lightweight for what he calls a straight shot at the belt.
Aug 27, 2026
Dana White Steps Between Tsarukyan and Ruffy at UFC 331 Faceoff
The #2 lightweight has a faceoff history — including a headbutt on Dan Hooker last year — so White wasn't taking chances before their September 19 eliminator.
Aug 14, 2026
Ruffy Wants a Tsarukyan KO — and Says It's a Title Shot Away
The No. 7 lightweight isn't hiding his math: beat No. 2 Arman Tsarukyan by knockout, and he says he's next in line for gold.
Aug 6, 2026