Marcus Almeida, also known as Marcus Buchecha, has signed with the UFC and is set to make his promotional debut against Martin Buday. Almeida is a decorated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu champion, having claimed gold at multiple World Championships and the ADCC World Championship. He previously fought in ONE Championship, winning his first four bouts before losing to Oumar Kane. After bouncing back with a victory over Amir Aliakbari in November 2024, he takes on Buday, who is looking to extend his two-fight win streak.
Marcus Almeida, known as Marcus Buchecha, has signed with the UFC and will debut against Martin Buday at UFC Abu Dhabi later this month.
Almeida is a highly decorated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu champion with multiple gold medals from the BJJ World Championships and ADCC World Championship.
Almeida gained early success in MMA with ONE Championship, winning his first four fights, before suffering a decision loss to Oumar Kane.
UFC Abu Dhabi on July 26, 2025, will be headlined by Reinier de Ridder facing former UFC champion Robert Whittaker.
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