Rafael Cerqueira, a seasoned mixed martial artist, has amassed an MMA record of 11 wins, 4 losses, and no draws. Competing primarily in the 205 lbs weight class, he stands tall at 6'3" with a reach of 76", adopting a southpaw stance. In terms of performance, Cerqueira has demonstrated an average of 1.56 significant strikes per minute during his UFC career, while maintaining a striking accuracy of 43%. However, he has also absorbed an average of 5.05 strikes per minute, with a strike defense rate of 36%. Unfortunately, he has yet to register any takedowns or submission attempts in the UFC. Cerqueira's career highlights include several notable losses within his recent fight history. His most recent bout on November 22, 2025, ended in a submission loss against Abdul Rakhman Yakhyaev via rear naked choke. Prior to this, he faced defeats at the hands of Julius Walker (unanimous decision), Modestas Bukauskas (KO/TKO punches), and Ibo Aslan (KO/TKO punches). Despite these losses, Cerqueira's experience and resilience continue to make him a formidable athlete in the octagon.