Rafael Estevam

"Macapa"

MMA Record: 14-0-0
UFC Record: 3-0-0
Weight Class: Flyweight

Rafael Estevam "Macapa" - UFC Fighter Profile

Career Highlights: Rafael Estevam has 3 wins in the UFC. Rafael Estevam lands an average of 2.1 significant strikes per minute and averages 6.01 takedowns per 15 minutes.

Fighter Profile

Rafael Estevam, an undefeated mixed martial artist, has amassed a remarkable record of 14-0-0, with his UFC debut occurring on April 22, 2023. Competing in the 125 lbs weight class, he stands at 5' 8' tall with a reach of 69', and maintains an orthodox stance. In terms of fighting style and performance statistics, Estevam demonstrates a calculated approach, averaging 2.1 significant strikes per minute in the UFC, while boasting a striking accuracy of 54%. His opponents have managed to land an average of 2.59 strikes per minute against him, with his strike defense standing at 47%. Estevam also showcases impressive takedown abilities, averaging 6.01 takedowns per 15 minutes in the UFC, and achieving a takedown accuracy of 38%. Notable victories in Estevam's career include his win against Jesus Aguilar, who held an ELO rating of 1028. In recent years, he has demonstrated his dominance with three consecutive wins in the UFC, including a unanimous decision victory over Charles Johnson on November 18, 2023, and another unanimous decision win against Jesus Aguilar on February 15, 2025. His most recent fight took place on August 2, 2025, where he once again emerged victorious against Felipe Bunes. As of his current UFC ranking, Estevam holds the #15 position in the Flyweight division, training at Nova Uniao in Rio de Janeiro.

Biggest Win
Opponent ELO: 1028

Physical & Background Stats

Height
5' 8'
Weight
Flyweight
Reach
69'
Stance
Orthodox
Date of Birth
Aug 10 1996
Age
29
Peak ELO
1048
ELO Rank
453 of 2638
Strength of Schedule
44-18-0
Combined record of UFC opponents
Avg ELO of Opponents
1023.0
Avg ELO of Defeated Opponents
1023.0

Performance Statistics

SLpM
2.1
Significant Strikes Landed per Minute
Str. Acc.
54%
Significant Striking Accuracy
SApM
2.59
Significant Strikes Absorbed per Minute
Str. Def.
47%
Significant Strike Defence
TD Avg.
6.01
Average Takedowns per 15 minutes
TD Acc.
38%
Takedown Accuracy
Sub. Avg.
0.3
Average Submissions per 15 minutes

Rafael Estevam Fight History

Date Event Opponent Method Round Time Result
2025-08-02 UFC Fight Night: Taira vs. Park Felipe Bunes U-DEC 3 5:00 Win
2025-02-15 UFC Fight Night: Cannonier vs. Rodrigues Jesus Aguilar U-DEC 3 5:00 Win
2023-11-18 UFC Fight Night: Allen vs. Craig Charles Johnson U-DEC 3 5:00 Win

Rafael Estevam ELO Rating Calculation

Fight # Date Opponent Name Opponent ELO Result ELO Gained ELO
3 2025-08-02 Felipe Bunes 1006 Win +15 1048
2 2025-02-15 Jesus Aguilar 1028 Win +17 1033
1 2023-11-18 Charles Johnson 993 Win +16 1016

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