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Jhonata Diniz
  • Última luta

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    Marcin Tybura
    Jhonata Diniz

    Tybura vs Diniz

    16.11.24

Histórico do atleta

Informações

Learn more about Jhonata Diniz's UFC history, fighter facts, and Q&A below.

Status
Ativo
Cidade natal
Curitiba, Brasil
Estilo de luta
Kickboxer
Idade
33
Altura
76.00
Peso
253.20
Estreia no UFC
27.04.24
Envergadura
79.50
Alcance das pernas
41.00
  • Pro since 2022
     
  • Seven wins by KO, six in the first round

UFC 309 (11/16/24) Diniz was stopped by Marcin Tybura via TKO (doctor's stoppage) at 5:00 of the second round

UFC on ESPN (8/10/24) Diniz won a three round unanimous decision over Karl Williams

UFC on ESPN (4/27/24) Diniz knocked out Austen Lane at 2:12 of the second round

 

 

Dana White's Contender Series, Season 7

Episode six (9/12/23) Diniz knocked out Eduardo Neves at 3:15 of the first round

When and why did you start training for fighting? I started training when I was around 12 to learn how to defend myself, I used to get the worst in some fights with the kids at school, so I needed to learn how to fight. My cousin took me to my first Muay Thai class and here we are today.

Training: My training sessions are usually very intense and tough. I train BJJ, wrestling and kickboxing and also work a lot on the physical aspect of the preparation. 

What ranks and titles have you held? 3x kickboxing world champion - 4x kickboxing national champion - 1st Brazilian fighter to compete in Glory

Do you have any heroes? Actually, I don`t have any heroes in the fighting game. 

What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? UFC is the top of the mountain in the fighting world. Becoming a great athlete inside this organization is my dream and I`m working very hard to achieve my goals.

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? I started Physical Education in a University in Brazil, but I quit after two years to put more focus on training. 

What was your job before you started fighting? I had a lot of jobs before becoming a professional fighter. I started working when I was 14 so I could keep training and I worked in various things, such as salesman and construction.

Ranks in any martial arts styles: Muay Thai black belt, Jiu Jitsu blue belt

Favorite grappling technique: Katagatame

Favorite Striking technique: Left hook and leg kicks