Fighter details| Name | Alexandre Pantoja (Men) |
| Nickname | The Cannibal |
| Current streak (last 5) |
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| Date of birth | Apr 16, 1990 (36 years old) |
| Weight class | Flyweight |
| Organization | UFC |
| Personal links | Instagram X |
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Fighter bioAlexandre Pantoja – General Profile
Alexandre “Poatan” Pantoja is a Japanese-Brazilian mixed martial artist competing in the UFC’s flyweight division, where he currently holds the UFC Flyweight Championship. Born on March 23, 1990, Pantoja stands out for his versatile striking, elite-level Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and relentless fighting spirit.
MMA Career
Pantoja began his professional career in 2010. He gained prominence competing in Brazilian promotions and Shooto Brazil before entering the UFC in 2018. Since joining the promotion, he has fought his way to the top with standout wins over Brandon Royval, Deiveson Figueiredo, and Alex Perez, culminating in claiming the flyweight title.
Fighting Style
Pantoja is a high-level grappler with a dynamic striking arsenal. His BJJ skills are world-class—often finishing fights with chokes and armbars—but he is equally adept on the feet, utilizing fast combinations, leg kicks, and fluid movement. His cardio, pace, and adaptability make him a constant threat in any matchup.
Recent Developments
As of mid-2025, Pantoja remains the reigning UFC Flyweight Champion. He's successfully defended his title with dominant performances and continues to display well-rounded excellence. With his championship reign ongoing, Pantoja stands as one of the most respected and feared competitors in the flyweight division.
Fights
18
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| Fighter | Record |
|---|---|
| Khamzat Chimaev Borz | 15-1 |
| Jared Gordon Flash | 21-9 |
| Waldo Cortes-Acosta Salsa Boy | 17-3 |
| Grant Dawson KGD | 24-3 |
| Joel Alvarez El Fenomeno | 23-4 |
| Fighter | Record |
|---|---|
| Alistair Overeem The Demolition Man | 47-19 |
| Cheick Kongo | 31-12 |
| Dan Hardy The Outlaw | 25-10 |
| Gustavo Machado Ximu | 23-10 |
| Rich Hale Rare Breed | 23-7 |
| Fighter | Record |
|---|---|
| Lerone Murphy The Miracle | 17-1 |
| Jack Jenkins Phar | 14-4 |
| Azamat Murzakanov The Professional | 16-1 |
| Gabriel Miranda Fly | 17-8 |
| Brad Tavares | 21-12 |
| Yves Edwards Thugjitsu Master | 42-22 |
| Ketlen Vieira Fenomeno | 15-5 |
| Yadong Song Kung Fu Kid | 22-9 |
| Tagir Ulanbekov | 17-3 |
| Osman Diaz Ozzy | 10-4 |
| Fighter | Record |
|---|---|
| Kyoji Horiguchi | 36-5 |
| Alexandre Pantoja The Cannibal | 30-6 |
| Joseph Benavidez | 28-8 |
| Alex Perez The Decision | 26-10 |
| Valentina Shevchenko Bullet | 26-4 |
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