TRAINING: I train in the morning and evening - grappling, striking, mixing it up and physical prep, alternating every day.

Thoughts on opponent, Caio Magalhaes? I respect all fighters. Caio has nothing to lose fighting me, and I will fight him as I fight anyone else, using my boxing to hurt them.

When and why did you start training for fighting? I began fighting in MMA in 2000 and professional boxing in 2002. I enjoy the competition. For this fight, I started the training in my city (Sorocaba), and after signing the contract I began training in Florianopolis.

What ranks and titles have you held? Brown belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Do you have any heroes? My father.

What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? It’s the beginning of a dream.

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? No.

What was your job before you started fighting? I started work in my father’s company when I was 12 years old.

Specific accomplishments in amateur competition? I had 45 amateur boxing fights.

Favorite grappling technique: Armbar and guillotine.

Favorite Striking technique: Right hand.

•    Loss to Kingsbury broke 11 fight winning streak that dated back to 2008

•    Received Fight of the Night award for bout with Kingsbury

•    13 wins by KO, 2 by submission

•    22-0 with 21 KOs as a pro boxer (10 first round KOs)