Melquizael Costa was born on September 14, 1996, in Porto de Moz, Brazil. Melquizael “Melk Cauthy” Costa was born in the Millennials Generation and is currently 28 years old. He is a UFC fighter who competes in the lightweight division. He made his Octagon debut 675 days ago, on January 21, 2023. Costa trains at Chute Boxe Joao Emilio.
When is Melquizael Costa’s next fight, what’s his height, reach, record, and who is he fighting next? Let’s find out below ⤵
Name |
Melquizael Costa |
Nickname |
“Melk Cauthy” |
Date of Birth |
September 14, 1996 |
Age |
28 |
Birthplace |
Porto de Moz, Brazil |
Birth Sign |
Virgo |
Height |
5' 10" (1.78 m) |
Weight |
155 lbs (70 kg) |
Reach |
71″ |
Leg Reach |
40.5″ |
Stance |
– |
Style |
MMA |
As of November 2024, Melquizael Costa’s pro record is 20-7-0, with 7 of those wins coming by knockout, 6 by submission, and the rest by a decision. Costa has fought in over 27 professional MMA bouts, and his last fight was 11 months ago against Steve Garcia at UFC Fight Night 233: Song vs. Gutierrez. The fight was on Saturday, December 9, 2023. Melquizael Costa by KO (Elbows) in round 2 at 1:01.
Fun fact: On the day Melquizael was born, "Macarena (Bayside Boys Mix)" by Los Del Rio was the #1 song in the country (Billboard). You can find out more cool Melquizael Costa birthday facts.
Melquizael Costa’s next fight: PENDING
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Career & History
Melquizael Costa, an MMA fighter from Porto de Moz, Brazil, has competed in 27 bouts, winning 20 and losing 7. Born on September 14, 1996, Costa has shown his versatility in the cage with a balanced mix of knockouts, submissions, and decisions.
In his most recent fight at UFC Fight Night on December 9, 2023, Costa faced a tough challenge. He was defeated by Steve Garcia who landed powerful strikes, stopping Costa at just over a minute into the second round.
Earlier in the year, on July 15, 2023, at UFC on ESPN, Costa showcased his fighting skills over three rounds. He earned a unanimous decision victory against Austin Lingo, proving his ability to outlast and outfight his opponents.
Back at UFC 283 on January 21, 2023, Costa encountered a setback in the octagon. He was caught in a face crank submission by Thiago Moises and had to submit at 4:05 of the second round, demonstrating the unpredictable nature of the sport.
Melquizael Costa height and weight
Melquizael Costa’s height is 5' 10" (1.78 m). He fights in the lightweight division. Fighters who fight in the lightweight class can weigh anywhere from pounds, but because of weight cutting, many MMA fighters walk around 10 – 30 lbs heavier than their weight class maximum limit.
Melquizael Costa net worth
Melquizael Costa’s net worth estimates may vary because it’s hard to predict his spending habits. Many popular fighters also receive pay-per-view cuts, money from sponsorships, and other “locker room” or special discretionary bonuses the UFC often pays, which are not reported to the public. We found multiple online sources that list Melquizael Costa’s net worth; check out CelebsMoney. Net worth is calculated by adding anything of value and subtracting all of the liabilities.
Did you know: The average UFC fighter made $148,000 in 2020, up from average earnings of $146,000 in 2019, $138,000 in 2018, and $132,000 in 2017.
How old is Melquizael Costa?
Melquizael Costa’s age is 28 years old. He was born on Saturday, September 14, 1996. Melquizael is turning 29 years old in .
Where is Melquizael Costa from?
Melquizael Costa was born in Porto de Moz, Brazil.
What is Melquizael Costa’s reach?
Melquizael Costa’s reach is 71″ and leg reach is 40.5″.
Where does Melquizael Costa rain?
Melquizael Costa trains at Chute Boxe Joao Emilio.
Who is Melquizael Costa dating now?
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Melquizael Costa facts
1. Melquizael Costa’s birth sign is Virgo.
2. He was born in the Year of the Rat.
3. Melquizael’s next birthday is in
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4. His wealth comes from being an MMA Fighter.
5. Melquizael Costa was born in Millennials Generation (1996).
6. Costa’s life path number is 3.
7. His ruling planet is Mercury.
8. Melquizael Costa’s birth flower is Aster/Myosotis.
9. His birthstone is Sapphire.
10. Costa has been alive for 10,300 days or 247,217 hours.
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