Andre Lima

Andre Lima is a 26-year-old Brazilian flyweight on a meteoric rise in the UFC. The fighter from Bahia earned his contract via Dana White's Contender Series in October 2023 and has since compiled a perfect 4-0 record in the promotion while maintaining an undefeated 11-0 overall record. Lima's path to the UFC was forged through an impressive kickboxing career (he holds titles as a three-time Brazilian and two-time South American champion) and early success on the regional MMA scene, where he recorded five wins by knockout before reaching the big stage.

What sets Lima apart is his finishing instinct and technical diversity. He has registered five knockout victories and four first-round finishes in his pro career, combining heavy hands and high-volume striking (he lands 4.06 significant strikes per minute) with solid submission knowledge. His rear-naked choke finish of Daniel Barez in March 2025 earned Performance of the Night honors and showcased his ability to dominate across multiple ranges. He maintains strong defensive fundamentals as well, posting 58% significant-strike defense while competing against increasingly tough competition.

Lima's debut was memorable: he defeated Igor Severino via disqualification after Severino bit him on the neck, an unusual finish that earned Lima the 'Bite of the Night' honor and contributed to Severino's UFC release. Subsequent victories over Mitch Raposo (split decision at UFC 302), Felipe dos Santos (unanimous decision), and Daniel Barez have shown steady progression against rising competition. At 11-0 with a documented head kick and hook combo in his striking arsenal and arm triangle and armbar in his grappling toolkit, Lima represents the kind of exciting, well-rounded prospect that the flyweight division needs.