Alexandre Pantoja Total MMA Recorded Fight Earnings: $3,690,000
Current Status: Active
Estimated Total Net Worth: $3 million dollars (USD)
Nicknamed: The Cannibal
UFC Flyweight Champion
Alexandre Pantoja Bio
Alexandre Pantoja is a Brazilian mixed martial artist who competes in the UFC’s flyweight division. Born on April 16, 1990, in Arraial do Cabo, Brazil, Pantoja is known for his aggressive fighting style, exceptional grappling skills, and powerful striking. He began training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at a young age and transitioned into mixed martial arts (MMA), making his professional debut in 2007.
Pantoja gained recognition when he won the Resurrection Fighting Alliance (RFA) flyweight title and competed in “The Ultimate Fighter” reality show in 2016. Although he didn’t win the show, his performance earned him a UFC contract. Since joining the UFC, Pantoja has fought and defeated several top contenders, establishing himself as one of the top fighters in the flyweight division. His notable victories include wins over Brandon Moreno, Manel Kape, and Matt Schnell.
He is particularly respected for his well-rounded skill set, combining striking, submissions, and relentless pace. Pantoja’s grappling prowess, with a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, has allowed him to secure several submission victories, making him a dangerous opponent both on the feet and on the ground.
On July 8, 2023, at UFC 290, Alexandre Pantoja won the UFC Flyweight Championship by defeating Brandon Moreno via split decision, cementing his status as one of the best flyweights in the world.
Alexandre Pantoja Salary Information by Fight:
| Fighter | Opponent | Date | Event | Result | Base Salary | Win Bonus | PPV Buys | PPV Payout (est) | Performance Bonus | Sponsorship | Total | Comments | Source 1 | Source 2 | Source 3 | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandre Pantoja | Eric Shelton | 1/28/2017 | UFC on Fox: Shevchenko vs. Peña | W | $15,000 | $15,000 | $4,000 | $34,000 | 1 | 10 | ||||||
| Alexandre Pantoja | Neil Seery | 7/16/2017 | UFC Fight Night: Nelson vs. Ponzinibbio | W | $15,000 | $15,000 | $4,000 | $34,000 | 2 | 10 | ||||||
| Alexandre Pantoja | Dustin Ortiz | 1/20/2018 | UFC 220 | L | $15,000 | $0 | $4,000 | $19,000 | 3 | 10 | ||||||
| Alexandre Pantoja | Brandon Moreno | 5/19/2018 | UFC Fight Night: Maia vs. Usman | W | $18,000 | $18,000 | $4,500 | $40,500 | 4 | 10 | ||||||
| Alexandre Pantoja | Ulka Sasaki | 11/17/2018 | UFC Fight Night: Magny vs. Ponzinibbio | W | $18,000 | $18,000 | $4,500 | $40,500 | 5 | 10 | ||||||
| Alexandre Pantoja | Wilson Reis | 4/13/2019 | UFC 236 | W | $18,000 | $18,000 | $6,000 | $42,000 | 6 | 10 | ||||||
| Alexandre Pantoja | Deiveson Figueiredo | 7/27/2019 | UFC 240 | L | $30,000 | $0 | $50,000 | $6,000 | $86,000 | 7 | 10 | |||||
| Alexandre Pantoja | Matt Schnell | 12/21/2019 | UFC Fight Night: Edgar vs. The Korean Zombie | W | $30,000 | $30,000 | $50,000 | $6,000 | $116,000 | 8 | 10 | |||||
| Alexandre Pantoja | Askar Askarov | 7/19/2020 | UFC Fight Night: Figueiredo vs. Benavidez 2 | L | $30,000 | $0 | $6,000 | $36,000 | 9 | 10 | ||||||
| Alexandre Pantoja | Manel Kape | 2/6/2021 | UFC Fight Night: Overeem vs. Volkov | W | $30,000 | $30,000 | $6,000 | $66,000 | 10 | 10 | ||||||
| Alexandre Pantoja | Brandon Royval | 8/21/2021 | UFC Vegas 34 | W | $60,000 | $60,000 | $50,000 | $11,000 | $181,000 | 11 | 10 | |||||
| Alexandre Pantoja | Alex Perez | 7/30/2022 | UFC 277 | W | $72,000 | $72,000 | $50,000 | $11,000 | $205,000 | 12 | 10 | |||||
| Alexandre Pantoja | Brandon Moreno | 7/8/2023 | UFC 290 | W | $200,000 | $200,000 | $50,000 | $32,000 | $482,000 | Contender | 10 | |||||
| Alexandre Pantoja | Brandon Royval | 12/16/2023 | UFC 296 | W | $300,000 | $300,000 | 600,000 | $600,000 | $42,000 | $1,742,000 | Champion | 10 | ||||
| Alexandre Pantoja | Steve Erceg | 5/4/2024 | UFC 301 | W | $400,000 | $400,000 | 400,000 | $200,000 | $42,000 | $1,042,000 | Champion | 10 |