Maurício Ruffy

Lightweight Division

STRIKING

Punch Power S

Punch Speed S

Kick Power S

Kick Speed S

Accuracy A

Strike Defense S

GRAPPLING

Takedowns A

TD Defense B

Sub Defense B

Ground Game A

PHYSICAL & TACTICAL

Stamina A

Chin S

Fight IQ A

Reach 73"

SIGNATURE

▸Lead leg high kick finish

▸Counter overhand right

▸Head-body punching combination flurry

STRENGTHS / WEAKNESSES

+Elite punching and kicking power and speed that enables fight-ending finishes at any stage of a bout

−Average takedown defense leaves him vulnerable to being controlled on the canvas by high-level wrestlers

+Strong striking defense and durable chin allow him to win extended stand-up exchanges against most opponents

−Middling submission defense exposes him to chokes and joint locks when fighting off his back for extended periods

+Solid base takedown and grappling skills mean he is not easily outmatched if the fight moves to the mat

−Aggressive forward-moving kickboxing stance leaves his lead leg open to sustained damage from leg kick specialists

MATCHUPS

BESTPlodding, low fight IQ brawlers who lack the technical striking to avoid his power shots and the wrestling skill to take the fight to the mat

HARDHigh-level offensive wrestlers with strong top control and submission acumen who can consistently take him down and neutralize his elite striking for all rounds

Fighter Intel

A TIER KICKBOXER KO THREAT

Top Attributes

Punch SpeedPunch PowerKick Speed

vs Division Average

Striking

Grappling

-1

Defense

Physical

-1

Combat Profile

Maurício Ruffy is a dynamic Brazilian striker who trains out of the renowned Chute Boxe Diego Lima camp, bringing a ferocious Muay Thai style to the lightweight division. He burst onto the scene with a spectacular knockout victory on Dana White’s Contender Series, showcasing his natural power and killer instinct. Ruffy fights with a measured yet explosive approach, often looking to land fight-ending shots with his fists and elbows.

Tactical Advantage

Ruffy exploits opponents who lack defensive awareness or respect his power, often drawing them into firefights where his precision shines. He thrives against fighters willing to exchange in the pocket, utilizing his sharp elbows and heavy hooks to capitalize on openings. While his ground game is less tested, his takedown defense is sufficient to keep the fight where he wants it.

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