Luan Lacerda • Stats, Record and Fight History

BIO

FIGHTS

STATS

UFC HISTORY & CAREER

• UFC Fight Night(10/11/25) Lacerda submitted Saimon Oliveira via armbar at 3:55 of the second round
• UFC Fight Night(6/3/23) Lacerda was stopped by Da’Mon Blackshear via ground punches at 3:54 of the second round
• UFC 283(1/21/23) Lacerda lost a three round unanimous decision to Cody Stamann

IMPORTANT FACTS

Pro since 2012

11 wins by submission (3 RNC, heel hook, 2 guillotine, triangle, anaconda, 3 armbar)

One first-round finish

Q & A

Q: When and why did you start training for fighting?

ANSWER: I turned pro in 2012. I'm one of the best in the world and I want to prove it, but for that I need to be in 100% shape.

Q: What ranks and titles have you held?

ANSWER: Best of Brazil, Shooto Brazil Champion,black belt in BJJ

Q: What fight do you consider to be the key fight in your career?

ANSWER: The fight against Saimon Oliveira, because it was the fight that kept me in the UFC. I had to overcome many challenges during two inactive years before that bout. It was a relief — I overcame immense pressure and realized that I am a GREAT man, inside and outside the Octagon.

Q: Who is your favorite fighter and why?

ANSWER: Myself. Because I know my own journey of overcoming challenges, my evolution, and who I am becoming inside the Ultimate Fighting Championship.

Q: Do you have any heroes?

ANSWER: My father, my mother and my master Dedé Pederneiras.

Q: What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC?

ANSWER: The UFC is the biggest MMA event in the world; it's where the best fighters on the planet are, where every fighter dreams of being. It’s a dream come true. And here in UFC, being a champion means that you are the best in the world. You become a world champion in MMA.

Q: Beyond a championship or money, what motivates you?

ANSWER: To evolve as a man, father, husband, athlete, and martial artist — and to help and support young MMA athletes build strong character and pursue their dream of fighting in the UFC.

Q: Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn?

ANSWER: I studied business for a year and half.

Q: What was your job before you started fighting?

ANSWER: I never worked. I've always dedicated myself to fighting.Favorite grappling technique:Arm lockFavorite Striking technique:Punches