Thomas Almeida

Thomas Almeida (born 31 July 1991) is a Brazilian professional mixed martial artist, who currently competes in the Bantamweight division.

He fought extensively in his native Brazil and amassed a record of 7–0 with four wins via KO before making his Legacy FC debut.

[8] Almeida won the fight via TKO in the first round to win the Legacy FC Bantamweight Championship.

[10] Almeida made his promotional debut against Tim Gorman on 8 November 2014 at UFC Fight Night 56.

[11] Almeida won the fight via unanimous decision, marking the first time ever he didn't finish an opponent in his pro career.

[22] Almeida faced fellow undefeated prospect Cody Garbrandt on 29 May 2016 at UFC Fight Night 88.

[23] Despite being the betting favorite, Almeida had no answer for Garbrandt's hand speed and accuracy and lost the fight via knockout in the first round.

[37] He was replaced by Jonathan Martinez and the bout was moved a week later to UFC Fight Night: Ortega vs.

[42] Almeida was scheduled to face Taylor Moore in a featherweight bout on 14 September 2024 in the main event at "Art of Scrap 9".