Quick Info
| Profession | Professional mixed martial artist |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Brazilian |
| Date of Birth | 11/09/1996 |
| Age | 30 years |
| Birthplace | Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo |
Latest News about Jose Delano
08/09/2026
UFC matchmakers confirmed a featherweight prospect bout between Jose Delano and undefeated Murtazali Magomedov for UFC Vegas 124. The fight was set for 07/11/2026 at the Meta APEX in Las Vegas, and Delano entered at 17-3 after his UFC debut win in April.
04/04/2026
Delano made his UFC debut at UFC Fight Night in Las Vegas, winning a three-round unanimous decision over former KSW featherweight champion Robert Ruchala. The win came after he had earned his UFC contract by winning Dana White's Contender Series Season 9 in 2025.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | José Mauro do Amaral Delano |
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| Summary | Brazilian featherweight mixed martial artist who competes in the UFC after winning Dana White's Contender Series Season 9 in 2025. He previously won the LFA featherweight title and is known as a striker. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5'8" (173 cm) |
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| Reach | 70 in (178 cm) |
| Weight Class | Featherweight (145 lbs) |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Fighting Style | Striker |
Personal Life
| Military Service | Served in the Brazilian Army as a cavalry soldier |
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| Training Base | Moved to Rio de Janeiro in 2018 to train with former UFC champion Murilo Bustamante |
Relationships & More
| Gym | Brazilian Top Team |
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| Head Coach | Vitor Pimenta |
Career
| Professional Debut Year | 2014 |
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| Overall Record | 17 wins, 3 losses, 0 draws (as of April 2026) |
| Notable Achievements |
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| UFC Debut Date | 04/04/2026 |
| UFC Division | Featherweight |
| Scheduled UFC Bout | Murtazali Magomedov at UFC Vegas 124, 07/11/2026, Meta APEX, Las Vegas |
Style Quotient
| Stance | Orthodox |
|---|---|
| Primary Striking Approach | Striker with submission finishes |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Holds submission wins by rear-naked choke, guillotine, armbar and kimura | |
| 2. Had an 11-fight winning streak from October 2015 to January 2023 | |
| 3. His only loss before 2026 was to Gabriel Santos in January 2023 | |
| 4. Holds a Muay Thai black belt and a purple belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu |
