UFC
Mauricio Ruffy
Career overview
Mauricio Ruffy is an Orthodox-stance lightweight with a professional record of 13-2-0 who has demonstrated consistent striking prowess throughout his career. Operating at 5'11" with a 75-inch reach, Ruffy lands 4.19 strikes per minute with 58% accuracy while maintaining solid defensive metrics, absorbing 4.09 strikes per minute at 58% defense.
His fighting style centers on precise volume striking rather than wrestling or submissions—he averages zero takedowns per 15 minutes with 85% takedown defense, indicating a pure striker's approach. Recent performances showcase his finishing ability: he secured a first-round KO against King Green in March 2025 in just 1:07, followed by a second-round KO victory over Rafael Fiziev in January 2026, though he suffered a submission loss to Benoit Saint Denis in September 2025 during the second round.
Ruffy's recent record stands at 5-1 across his last six fights, with three victories coming via knockout, demonstrating his capacity to end fights decisively. His combination of technical striking efficiency and finishing power positions him as a dangerous striker in the lightweight division, though his submission loss to Saint Denis highlighted potential vulnerabilities on the ground that merit attention moving forward.