Diego Saraiva (born 23 April 1982 in Fortaleza, CearÃÆ'¡) is a mixed Brazilian martial artist. He competed in the Palace Fighting Championship as well as other promotions in light and feather divisions.
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Mixed martial arts career
Diego Saraiva has a mixed professional martial art record from 21-16-1. He is famous for never getting knocked out or giving up in fights and running 0-3 at UFC. However, Saraiva was unbeaten after going down to Featherweight, going 4-0 with two stoppages.
Ultimate Fighting Championship
Saraiva made UFC's debut against Dustin Hazelett at UFC 67 on February 3, 2007. Although he was a favorite who came to the fight, Saraiva would be defeated by a round decision. He then faces BJJ's black belt Jorge Gurgel at UFC 73 on July 7, 2007. Saraiva lost the war through a round decision, but both will be awarded the "Fight of the Night" for their appearance.
In his third fight with the promotion, Saraiva faced Jeremy Stephens at UFC 76 on September 22, 2007. Saraiva lost in a fight with a round decision, and then released from the promotion.
Bellator MMA
Saraiva made his Bellator debut on May 20, 2010, dealing with former Bellater Featherweight Championship Joe Soto in a non-title bout at Bellator 19. He lost the battle through a cut-stoppage TKO after the first round.
Post-Bellator Career
Saraiva confronted UFC doctor Eddie Yagin in a rematch at Tachi Palace Fights 19: Throwback Thursday on June 19, 2014. He won the battle through a unanimous decision.
Maps Diego Saraiva
Championships and achievements
Ultimate Fighting Championship- Fight of the Night (One time) vs. Jorge Gurgel
Mixed mixed martial art
References
External links
- Professional MMA record for Diego Saraiva from Sherdog
- Official UFC Profile
Source of the article : Wikipedia
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