| Name | Mauricio Rua |
| Nickname | “Shogun” |
| Birthdate | November 25, 1981 |
| Age | 43 |
| Place of Birth | Curitiba, Parana, Brazil |
| Weightclass | 205 |
| Height | 6 ft, 1 in / 1.85 m |
| Weight | 205 lbs / 33 kg |
| Reach | 76″ / 193 cm |
| Leg Reach | 40.5″ |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Style | Striker |
Mauricio “Shogun” Rua is an MMA fighter who competes in the UFC light heavyweight division. He was born in Curitiba, Parana, Brazil on Wednesday, November 25, 1981, and is currently 43 years old. Mauricio trains and represents Universidade da luta. He made his first appearance in the Octagon on September 22, 2007 — 6,330 days ago.
Mauricio Rua’s record and next fight
Mauricio Rua has fought in over 40 professional MMA bouts. As of Jan. 2025, Mauricio Rua’s record is 27-12-1. Twenty One of those wins came by KO/TKO, 1 by submission, and the rest (5) by decision.
Mauricio Rua’s next fight: PENDING
His last fight was on Saturday, November 21, 2020 – 4 years ago – against Paul Craig at UFC 255: Figueiredo vs. Perez. Mauricio Rua loss by TKO (Submission to Punches) in round 2 at 3:36.
Mauricio Rua’s height, reach, and weight
Mauricio Rua is 6' 1" tall with 76″ reach, and 40.5″ leg reach. The average reach is correlated to the fighter’s height. Did you know: Dan “The Sandman” Christison had the longest reach in the UFC at 85 inches.
Mauricio weighs in at 205 lbs. Athletes who fight in UFC lightweight division may weigh anywhere from 186 – 205 pounds. Most MMA fighters are around 10 to 30 lbs heavier than their weight class limit.
Facts you need to know
Where is Mauricio Rua from?
Mauricio Rua is from Curitiba, Parana, Brazil.
When is Mauricio Rua’s birthday?
Mauricio Rua is 43 years old. His next birthday is in
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What is Mauricio Rua fighting stance?
Mauricio Rua fights in a Orthodox stance. Orthodox
What is Mauricio Rua’s birth sign?
Mauricio Rua was born in the Year of a Rooster in Millennials Generation. Mauricio’s birth sign is Sagittarius, according to BirthdayAnswers.
Where does Mauricio Rua train?
Mauricio Rua currently trains out of Universidade da luta.
Mauricio Rua’s social media
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