Carlos Leal Miranda: The Brazilian Fighter with a Strong Faith
Making Waves in the UFC
Carlos Leal Miranda is making waves in the UFC's welterweight division. After a standout win against Alex Morono at UFC 313, he's gearing up for his next fight against Muslim Salikhov at UFC on ABC 9 in Abu Dhabi. But who is this rising star, and what drives him?
Early Life and Journey into MMA
Born: May 4, 1994, in Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil Hometown: Curitiba, known for producing top-tier fighters Inspiration: Began training in MMA as a form of therapy after his father's passing
"Fighting is more than just a career for him—it's his life."
Faith and Fighting Style
Religion: Devout Christian Inspiration: Credits his relationship with Jesus Christ as the source of his purpose and strength Bible Verse: Matthew 22:37 included in his Instagram bio
Achievements and Training
- Brazilian Muay Thai Champion
- State Champion in Boxing and Wrestling
- Black Belt in Muay Thai under Grand Master Fábio Noguchi
- Brown Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
UFC Career
- UFC Debut: UFC 308 against Rinat Fakhretdinov (Loss)
- First Win: Spectacular finish against Alex Morono at UFC 313
- Current Record: 1-1 in the UFC
Personal Life
- Family: Dedicated to spending quality time with his family
- Hobbies: Enjoys going to church, although he admits he hasn't been in a while
With a 1-1 UFC record and momentum on his side, Carlos is ready to take on his next challenge in the Octagon.