Jussier Formiga (born April 14, 1985) is a Brazilian mixed martial artist who competes in the Flyweight division.

A professional competitor since 2005, Formiga most notably competed in the UFC and is the former Shooto South America 123-pound champion.

Formiga won his professional mixed martial arts debut fight on November 29, 2008 at Shooto: Brazil 9 against Michael Willian Costa via split decision.

This was followed up by an upset victory over Shinichi "BJ" Kojima via unanimous decision at Shooto: Revolutionary Exchanges 1: Undefeated.

On June 12, 2010, Formiga defeated Pantoja by unanimous decision to defend his South America Shooto 123 lb Championship.

[5] Formiga signed a four-fight exclusive contract with the California-based Tachi Palace Fights organization.

[8] Formiga next faced top-ranked Flyweight Mamoru Yamaguchi at Tachi Palace Fights 10.

[24] However, on November 21, Formiga pulled out of the fight and was replaced by UFC newcomer Willie Gates.

[27] Formiga next faced Henry Cejudo on November 21, 2015 at The Ultimate Fighter Latin America 2 Finale.

[31] Formiga was expected to face Sergio Pettis on January 15, 2017 at UFC Fight Night 103.

[35] After alternating between wins and losses in the latest four fights, Formiga decided to move from his native Brazil to Florida, United States in order to train at American Top Team.

[36] Formiga faced Ulka Sasaki on September 23, 2017 at UFC Fight Night: Saint Preux vs.