The 2023 PFL heavyweight champion, Renan Ferreira started his professional career in 2013. As of October 18, 2024, Ferreira maintains a record of 13 wins, 3 losses, and 3 no-contests in mixed martial arts. What makes him stand out is his out-of-the-box technique and power that has helped him knock out 11 of his opponents and submit 1.
In November 2023, Renan Ferreira competed against Denis Gustlov at PFL 10 for the 2023 PFL heavyweight title. Within 26 seconds into the second round, Ferreira TKO'd Gustlov and became the heavyweight champion of the promotion. Moreover, for his last outing, Renan Ferreira had a first-round TKO win against Bellator MMA's heavyweight champion, Ryan Bader for the PFL vs. Bellator super belt.
Renan Ferreira's losses
As of October 18, 2024, Renan Ferreira has only lost to Vinicius Moreira, Brett Martin, and Ante Delija in his professional career.
Renan Ferreira vs. Vinicius Moreira
Renan Ferreira had his first professional loss against Vinicius Moreira on September 3, 2016, at FAM Fight Night 1 in Goiana, Brazil. Moreira won the bout via an armbar submission at 3:37 in the first round.
However, Ferreira bounced back from the loss in his next fight and was on a three-fight win streak in the lead-up to face Brett Martin.
Renan Ferreira vs. Brett Martin
On June 28, 2019, Renan Ferreira faced Brett Martin at LFA 70 in Madison, Wisconsin, United States. Ferreira lost the bout via disqualification due to illegal strikes at 3 minutes 14 seconds into the first round.
Renan Ferreira vs. Ante Delija
Renan Ferreira vs. Ante Delija took place on August 13, 2022, at PFL 8 in Cardiff, Wales for the heavyweight tournament's semifinal. However, Delija TKO'd Ferreira within 4 minutes 31 seconds into the first round.
Since then, Renan Ferreira has not lost to anyone and is on a four-fight win streak. The Brazilian heavyweight will next face Francis Ngannou on October 19, 2024, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia for the PFL heavyweight super belt.
*Last updated on October 18, 2024.
FAQs on Renan Ferreira
A. Renan Ferreira has only lost to Vinicius Moreira, Brett Martin, and Ante Delija in his professional MMA career as of October 18, 2024.
A. As of October 18, 2024, Renan Ferreira boasts a record of 13 wins, 3 losses, and 3 no-contests.
A. Renan Ferreira is a Brazilian fighter.
A. Renan Ferreira will face Francis Ngannou in his next fight.
A. Renan Ferreira has 11 wins via knockout.
