Diego Paiva Brazilian Bantamweight on the Rise
At 32 years old, Diego Paiva has carved out a path in bantamweight MMA from Salto in Sao Paulo, Brazil. A Demian Maia jiu jitsu black belt, Paiva blends methodical submission work with a steady gas tank earned over 16 professional bouts. His record stands at 11 wins and 5 losses with no draws, and he carries the discipline of Brazilian grappling into every match.
Over his last six fights Paiva has competed at least twice in the Central and South America region and has earned rankings in both Brazil and Brazil Central West. He is currently the #189 ranked fighter in the region, competing at bantamweight. At 5 feet 7 inches (170 cm) and walking weight around 136 pounds (62 kg), Paiva has fought at least once in the weight class in each of his last two appearances. That consistent activity keeps him on the regional leaderboard as he eyes opportunities beyond his home circuit.
