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Paulo Thiago is a Brazilian mixed martial artist who currently competes in the welterweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). He was born on 25 January 1981 in Brasilia, Brazil. He is 39 years old.
Thiago began his martial arts career in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, earning his black belt in 2006. He then transitioned to mixed martial arts, making his professional debut in 2006. He has since competed in various promotions, including the UFC, where he has been a mainstay since 2009.
Thiago has earned a number of accolades in his career, including a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, a purple belt in Judo, and a brown belt in Luta Livre. He has also won several awards, including the 2009 Fight of the Night award and the 2010 Submission of the Night award.
Thiago has an estimated net worth of $1 million. He has earned most of his wealth from his career as a professional mixed martial artist. He has also earned money from sponsorships and endorsements.
| Popular As |
Paulo Thiago Alencar Antunes |
| Occupation |
N/A |
| Age |
43 years old |
| Zodiac Sign |
Aquarius |
| Born |
25 January, 1981 |
| Birthday |
25 January |
| Birthplace |
Brasília, DF, Brazil |
| Nationality |
Brazil |
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Paulo Thiago Height, Weight & Measurements
At 43 years old, Paulo Thiago height is 5ft 11in and Weight 184 lb.
| Physical Status |
| Height |
5ft 11in |
| Weight |
184 lb |
| Body Measurements |
Not Available |
| Eye Color |
Not Available |
| Hair Color |
Not Available |
Dating & Relationship status
He is currently single. He is not dating anyone. We don't have much information about He's past relationship and any previous engaged. According to our Database, He has no children.
| Family |
| Parents |
Not Available |
| Wife |
Not Available |
| Sibling |
Not Available |
| Children |
Not Available |
Paulo Thiago Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2022-2023. So, how much is Paulo Thiago worth at the age of 43 years old? Paulo Thiago’s income source is mostly from being a successful Fighter. He is from Brazil. We have estimated
Paulo Thiago's net worth
, money, salary, income, and assets.
| Net Worth in 2023 |
$1 Million - $5 Million |
| Salary in 2023 |
Under Review |
| Net Worth in 2022 |
Pending |
| Salary in 2022 |
Under Review |
| House |
Not Available |
| Cars |
Not Available |
| Source of Income |
Fighter |
Paulo Thiago Social Network
Timeline
Thiago faced Gasan Umalatov on May 31, 2014 at The Ultimate Fighter Brazil 3 Finale. He lost the fight via unanimous decision.
Despite being 2–6 in his last eight fights inside the octagon, Thiago signed a new four-fight contract with the UFC in June 2014. He was expected to face Mike Rhodes at UFC Fight Night 51 on September 13, 2014. However, Rhodes was forced out of the bout due to injury and was briefly replaced by returning veteran Joe Riggs. Subsequently, Riggs was forced to pull out of the fight after accidentally shooting himself in the leg while cleaning a pistol at his home. Thiago instead faced Sean Spencer. Thiago lost the fight via unanimous decision and was subsequently released by the UFC.
Thiago was expected to face Lance Benoist on May 18, 2013 at UFC on FX 8. However, on April 20, it was announced that Benoist had to pull out of the bout due to an injury. He was replaced by UFC newcomer Michel Prazeres. Thiago won the fight via unanimous decision.
Thiago was expected to face Kelvin Gastelum on August 28, 2013 at UFC Fight Night 27. However, Thiago pulled out of the bout citing a knee injury.
Thiago faced Brandon Thatch at UFC Fight Night 32 on November 9,2013. He tapped to strikes in the first round after absorbing a knee to the liver.
Thiago was expected to face Mike Pyle on January 14, 2012 at UFC 142. However, Thiago was forced out of the bout with an elbow injury and replaced by Ricardo Funch.
Thiago faced Siyar Bahadurzada on April 14, 2012 at UFC on Fuel TV: Gustafsson vs. Silva. He was knocked out less than a minute into the first round after Siyar landed a right hook to the jaw that followed a left jab as Thiago was moving forward. This marked the first time Thiago had been finished in his career.
Thiago next faced Dong Hyun Kim on November 10, 2012 at UFC on Fuel TV 6. He lost the bout via unanimous decision
In November 2010, Thiago signed a new four-fight deal with the UFC. Thiago was expected to face Johny Hendricks on March 3, 2011, at UFC Live: Sanchez vs. Kampmann. However, Thiago was forced out of the bout with an elbow injury.
Thiago defeated David Mitchell via unanimous decision on August 27, 2011 at UFC 134, completely dominating Mitchell throughout all three rounds.
Thiago faced Martin Kampmann on June 12, 2010, at UFC 115 where he lost via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27).
Thiago lost his second straight fight via unanimous decision to Diego Sanchez on October 23, 2010 at UFC 121. Though Thiago started the fight off strong by winning the first round, he began to tire and eventually succumbed to the cardio and wrestling skills of Sanchez in the second and third rounds. The bout earned Fight of the Night, awarding both fighters an extra paycheck.
Thiago never signed a contract before his fight against Koscheck, he was only able to acquire a tryout. Thiago made his UFC debut on February 21, 2009, scoring an upset victory over top contender Josh Koscheck at UFC 95. During the fight, commentator Joe Rogan commented that Thiago's striking looked inferior to Koscheck's. However, Thiago won the fight by KO, with a flush right uppercut and a left hook. The referee stopped the fight before Thiago could pounce on him. Koscheck immediately rose and argued that he was still alert and able to defend himself. Further review of the replay shows Koscheck's eyes roll back as he falls down, giving merit to the stoppage. At the post-fight conference, Dana White confirmed that Thiago had earned Knockout of the Night honors.
Thiago made his professional debut at Storm Samurai 8 in 2005. He fought Ricardo Petrucio and won the fight via submission in round three. His next three fights came on the same night almost a year after his debut. Thiago competed in the Grand Prix Planaltina, winning all three of his fights and became the tournament winner. Thiago finished all three of the fights by submission. After two more victories, Thiago was signed by Jungle Fights MMA. Thiago won four fights for the promotion before being signed by the Ultimate Fighting Championships.
Paulo Thiago Alencar Antunes (Portuguese pronunciation: [ˈpawlu tʃiˈaɡu] ; born January 25, 1981) is a Brazilian mixed martial artist who most recently competed in the Middleweight division of KSW. A professional competitor since 2005, he has also competed for the UFC and Jungle Fight. Thiago is also a member of Polícia Militar do Distrito Federal and works for BOPE, a special forces unit in his hometown of Brasília, Brazil.
