Raphael Assuncao

Fight History

Skill Breakdown

Charts are compiled based on results from all fights.

Total Fights:	8
Record:	15-4-0
Summary:	BJJ, Muay Thai, good defense, always looking to push the action

Fighter Info

From:	Recife Brazil
Age:	29
Height:	5' 5" ( 165 cm )
Weight:	135 lb ( 61 kg )

Media

What are the men of UFC Rio bringing into the Octagon tonight? Heavy hands, impeccable ground games and calm minds.

Aug 27, 2011 3:00
Raphael Assuncao wins his bantamweight debut, outpointing tough striker Johnny Eduardo. He talks about adjusting to a new weight class, dealing with Eduardo's standup skills, and climbing the bantamweight ladder.

Aug 27, 2011 1:00
UFC® RIO Silva vs Okami at HSBC Arena on Saturday, August 27, 2011 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (Photos by Al Bello/Zuffa LLC/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images)

Aug 27, 2011
It's Brazil vs. the world at UFC Rio - watch the exciting weigh-in for Silva vs. Okami here!

Aug 26, 2011 20:00

All Raphael Assuncao Media

Striking

Total Attempted Strikes

602

41% Successful

245

Types of Successful Strikes

245

71% Standing

17%

11%

175

Striking Defense

The percentage of total strikes avoided

Grappling

Total Takedowns

40% Successful

Grappling Totals by Type

Subm.

Passes

Sweeps

Takedown Defense

The percentage of total takedowns avoided

Result	Fighters	Event	Str	TD	Sub	Pass	Method	Replay
Win	Raphael Assuncao	UFC® 134: Silva vs. Okami Aug 27, 2011	53	3	0	1	R3 Decision - Unanimous	Ways To Watch
Win	Johnny Eduardo	UFC® 134: Silva vs. Okami Aug 27, 2011	28	0	1	0	R3 Decision - Unanimous	Ways To Watch

Loss	Erik Koch	UFC® 128: SHOGUN vs JONES Mar 19, 2011	4	0	0	0	R1 KO/TKO	Ways To Watch
Loss	Raphael Assuncao	UFC® 128: SHOGUN vs JONES Mar 19, 2011	9	0	0	0	R1 KO/TKO	Ways To Watch

Win	Raphael Assuncao	WEC 52: Faber vs. Mizugaki Nov 11, 2010	47	4	0	0	R3 Decision - Unanimous	Ways To Watch
Win	LC Davis	WEC 52: Faber vs. Mizugaki Nov 11, 2010	18	0	0	1	R3 Decision - Unanimous	Ways To Watch

Loss	Raphael Assuncao	WEC 49: Varner vs. Shalorus Jun 20, 2010	34	2	0	0	R3 Decision - Split	Ways To Watch
Loss	Diego Nunes	WEC 49: Varner vs. Shalorus Jun 20, 2010	37	0	0	0	R3 Decision - Split	Ways To Watch

Loss	Urijah Faber	WEC 46: Varner vs. Henderson Jan 10, 2010	28	2	2	1	R3 Submission	Ways To Watch
Loss	Raphael Assuncao	WEC 46: Varner vs. Henderson Jan 10, 2010	14	0	0	0	R3 Submission	Ways To Watch

Win	Raphael Assuncao	WEC 43: Cerrone vs. Henderson Oct 10, 2009	35	1	1	1	R3 Decision - Split	Ways To Watch
Win	Yves Jabouin	WEC 43: Cerrone vs. Henderson Oct 10, 2009	26	1	0	0	R3 Decision - Split	Ways To Watch

Win	Raphael Assuncao	WEC 40: Torres vs. Mizugaki Apr 5, 2009	53	2	2	4	R3 Decision - Unanimous	Ways To Watch
Win	Jameel Massouh	WEC 40: Torres vs. Mizugaki Apr 5, 2009	19	0	1	0	R3 Decision - Unanimous	Ways To Watch
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Training: My typical day of training is very fast paced right now as I’m training 5 to 6 hours a day with strength and conditioning in the morning and fight training at night. Mon. through Sat.

When and why did you start training for fighting? I started training in 2000, influenced by my cousin Gustavo Oliveira and legend Royce Gracie

What ranks and titles have you held? BJJ black belt/ Pan American champion/ Shotokan 2004 champion

Do you have any heroes? God

What is your favorite technique? Too many to list

What does it mean for you to fight in the WEC? It means a lot; I get to prove who I am and what I'm about.

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? No

What was your job before you started fighting? BJJ instructor

Most memorable professional fight (who, where, why)? Joe Lauzon, it was my first fight out of state against a tough guy in AFC 15 - Miami, FL

What was your most challenging professional fight (against who, when, what was the outcome)? A fight I had in Colorado against Nick Mamalis. The altitude made it tougher, but I was able to finish and win.

Did you compete in any other sport(s) at college or professional level (what sport, where, how long)? No

Who were your training partners for this fight? My training partners are My brother JR, Jorge Masvidal ,Alex Villa,Cyborg Abreu,Pablo Popovich,and many others....

Did you put more emphasis towards a fighting style or adjust your training to prepare for your opponent (what did you do differently/why)? I'm in Miami working and doing my camp with one of the best conditioning coaches from Brasil that has been living here – FERRINO. He is a monster. I've also been wresting a lot with some top Olympic level guys like Alex Villa, an Olympian and world champ. I've been grappling with ABU DHABI, ADCC champions, and other very good athletes.

What, other than WINNING, are you using for motivation for the fight? My main motivation is always to prove to myself ,family, friends, and coaches that I can accomplish all my goals in life and in my career with JESUS’ strength and protection.

What is your favorite thing about this sport? Competition, the versatility.

How long do you see yourself staying in this sport? Eight more years....