UFC

Diego Lopes

UFC28-8-0

Division
Featherweight
Stance
Orthodox
Height
5' 11"
Weight
145 lbs.
Reach
72"
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Fighter metrics

Striking accuracy

55%

145 landed · 263 attempted

Takedown accuracy

25%

Recent fight form

Latest 5 verified results in our archive · 2024-09-14 to 2026-06-14

Wins

3 / 5

Losses

2 / 5

Historical results, not a prediction. See opponents and methods in fight history below.

Fight history

Diego Lopes Bio

Diego Lopes is a Brazilian mixed martial artist from Manaus, Brazil, who competes in the UFC featherweight division. As of September 20, 2026, the UFC lists him as an active fighter. Lopes was born on December 30, 1994, stands 5 feet 11 inches, and represents Brazilian Warriors and Lobo Gym. He is a Brazilian jiu-jitsu-based fighter who began training in the discipline as a child and started his MMA journey at 17.

Lopes turned professional in 2012 and built much of his pre-UFC career in Mexico after relocating to Puebla to teach jiu-jitsu. His path to the UFC included a Dana White’s Contender Series appearance in 2021. He made his Octagon debut on short notice against Movsar Evloev at UFC 288 on May 6, 2023, earning attention despite the decision loss.

In the UFC, Lopes has become known for an aggressive, opportunistic style that blends submission threats with forceful striking. Notable Octagon wins include finishes of Gavin Tucker, Pat Sabatini, Sodiq Yusuff, Jean Silva, and Steve Garcia, as well as decision victories over Dan Ige and Brian Ortega. He challenged Alexander Volkanovski for the UFC featherweight title in April 2025 and again in January 2026, but Volkanovski won both bouts by unanimous decision. Lopes remains a former title challenger rather than a UFC champion.

Record
28-8-0
Division
Featherweight
Stance
Orthodox
Height
5' 11"
Weight
145 lbs.
Reach
72"
Leg reach
41.00
Birth date
Dec 30, 1994 (age 31)
Age
31
Country
Brazil

Diego Lopes Questions & Answers

What UFC division does Diego Lopes compete in?

As of October 20, 2026, the UFC athlete profile lists Diego Lopes as an active lightweight. His UFC title challenges against Alexander Volkanovski were contested at featherweight.

Where is Diego Lopes from, and how tall is he?

Diego Lopes is from Manaus, Brazil. The UFC lists his height as 5 feet 11 inches.

Which gyms does Diego Lopes train with?

The UFC lists Brazilian Warriors and Lobo Gym as Diego Lopes’ training teams.

What is Diego Lopes’ martial-arts background and fighting style?

Lopes is listed by the UFC as a jiu-jitsu fighter and a second-degree jiu-jitsu black belt. His style pairs active submission attacks with aggressive striking, and he is known for taking opportunities on short notice.

When did Diego Lopes make his UFC debut?

Lopes made his Octagon debut on May 6, 2023, against Movsar Evloev at UFC 288. He accepted the matchup on short notice and lost by unanimous decision.

Has Diego Lopes won a UFC championship?

No. Lopes has challenged for the UFC featherweight title twice, facing Alexander Volkanovski at UFC 314 on April 12, 2025, and at UFC 325 on January 31, 2026; he lost both bouts by unanimous decision.