Deiveson “Deus da Guerra” Figueiredo was born in Soure, Pará, Brazil, on December 18, 1987, and since then, had made his name be a terror inside the world of mixed martial arts as an aggressive fighter with great skills for ending fights, knocking down big names in weight classes such as flyweight and bantamweight of the UFC.
Early Life and Entrance to MMA
Before becoming a professional MMA, Figueiredo had already managed to work his way through both haircuts and preparing sushi, representing his manifold skills. Interested in combat sports, he decided to try his hand at professional fighting, and in comparatively quick succession, garnered notice from the community due to strong striking power and submission capability.
UFC Flyweight Championship Reign
Figueiredo worked his way up the ladder in the UFC flyweight division, compiling an impressive string of victories that culminated in him capturing the UFC Flyweight Championship. He had a really memorable trilogy with Brandon Moreno, and their rivalry became one of the most spoken-of in the history of the division. Their fights proved how tough and adaptive Figueiredo was inside the octagon.
Transition to Bantamweight
After issues with weight cutting and a need for a restart, Figueiredo moved up to bantamweight in 2023. He won a unanimous decision over Rob Font in his debut at the weight class and, after victories over former champions Cody Garbrandt and Marlon Vera, had placed himself as one of the clear contenders at 135 pounds.
Recent Bout against Petr Yan
Figueiredo faced former bantamweight champion Petr Yan in the headlining act at UFC Fight Night 248 in Macau on November 23, 2024. In a very competitive fight, striking and grappling from both fighters were at their best until Figueiredo lost the unanimous decision. This matchup went a long way toward determining the landscape of bantamweight contenders.
Possible Return to Flyweight
Even with the recent efforts at bantamweight, Figueiredo has spoken about going down to flyweight in hopes of a rematch with the current champion in Alexandre Pantoja. Already having defeated Pantoja when the two fought back in 2019, he views their rematch as highly appealing to the fans and more importantly to the division itself. He has gone to the extent of saying that he will do whatever it takes to make 125 pounds to regain the title he once held.
Fan and Media Involvement
Figueiredo uses social media, such as YouTube, to showcase his life and preparation through training videos, fight analyses, and his personal life. It would appear that the fanbase loves that insider look into his preparations and his mindset going into a fight. His highlight reels, featuring his top finishes, have also received attention-a reflection of his reputation as an exciting and dynamic fighter.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the pro MMA record of Deiveson Figueiredo?
Figueiredo came into February 2024 with a 24-4-1 record in professional mixed martial arts.
Has Figueiredo ever fought Alexandre Pantoja?
Yeah, Figueiredo stopped Pantoja via a unanimous decision in July of 2019.
What are the great achievements of Figueiredo in the UFC?
Figueiredo is a former two-time UFC Flyweight Champion and has his wins over significant names in both the flyweight and bantamweight divisions.
Does he have any plan for a comeback into the flyweight division?
He showed his interest in coming back to flyweight a couple of times for a title bout against Alexandre Pantoja.
Where can fans keep up with Figueiredo in training and for updates?
Follow him on social media; he has a YouTube channel where he posts training videos along with personal vlogs.
