Rodrigo de Lima, a mixed martial artist with an impressive physique, competed in the UFC's lightweight division at 155 lbs. With a record of 8 wins, 3 losses, and 1 draw, he demonstrated a balanced career in the octagon. Standing at 5' 7", de Lima held a traditional orthodox stance during his fights. In terms of performance, de Lima averaged 1.29 significant strikes per minute, landing 33% of them accurately while absorbing an average of 5.5 strikes per minute. His striking defense was at 32%, and he attempted an average of 1.3 submissions every 15 minutes during his UFC career. Additionally, de Lima demonstrated a takedown accuracy of 36% and averaged 2.66 takedowns every 15 minutes. Notable victories were not evident in Rodrigo's UFC career, as he faced challenges in his recent fights. His most recent five bouts ended with two losses – the first against Neil Magny via KO/TKO punch in June 2014 and the second against Efrain Escudero by unanimous decision in February 2015. Despite these setbacks, de Lima's career highlights show a dedicated fighter who continued to compete in the UFC until 2015.