Edson Barboza is a Brazilian-American professional mixed martial artist. He currently competes in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Featherweight division and previously competed in the Lightweight division. He is a former Muay Thai kickboxer. His net worth is $3 million. Here we bring you Edson Barboza’s net worth, salary, earnings, career, MMA record, and more.
Edson Barboza’s Biography and Career
Edson Barboza Jr. was born on January 21, 1986, in Nova Friburgo, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Barboza started training in Muay Thai early, at the age of 8.
Barboza is a former Muay Thai kickboxer. He has a 25-3 kickboxing record, with 22 wins via KOs.
MMA Career
In 2009, Edson Barboza moved to the United States to start his career in the mixed martial arts. He made his professional MMA debut in April 2009.
The Brazilian-American fighter went 6-0 in MMA before getting his first fight in the UFC. He made his UFC debut in November 2010, at UFC 123, beating Mike Lullo via TKO (leg kicks).
Barboza Jr. competed in UFC’s lightweight division from 2009-2019. The 37-year-old currently competes in the UFC featherweight division. As of writing, he has a 22-11 MMA record, with 13 wins via KO/TKO.
He was named the UFC Performance of the Night once, for knocking out Beneil Darius in 2017. Barboza lost to Bryce Mitchell at UFC 272, in March 2022.
Edson Barboza is scheduled to face Billy Quarantillo at UFC on ESPN 44, on April 15, 2023, in a featherweight Co-Main event.
Edson Barboza’s Net Worth, Salary, and Earnings
In 2023, UFC featherweight fighter Edson Barboza’s net worth is $3 million. His primary sources of earnings are his fight salaries and incentives.
His estimated base salary is north of $100k for a fight, depending on his UFC contract, the event, and the opponent.
A UFC professional since 2009, Barboza has accumulated a considerable fortune from his fight salaries and bonuses.
Barboza earned an estimated $305k total payouts ($277,500 guaranteed purse and $25,000 sponsorship bonus) for his defeat against Bryce Mitchell at UFC 272.
He made a $121k guaranteed purse ($100k base pay and $21k incentive pay) for his defeat to Giga Chikadze in 2021.
Moreover, he earns a considerable chunk from endorsements and sponsorship deals.
Personal Info
| Full Name | Edson Barboza Jr. |
| Date of Birth | January 21, 1986 |
| Birth Place | Nova Friburgo, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil |
| Nationality | Brazilian, American |
| Age | 37 |
| Height | 180 m (5 ft 11 in) |
| Weight | 145 lb (66 kg) |
| Reach | 75″ |
| Division | Featherweight |
| Promotion | UFC |
| MMA Record | 22-11 |
| Net Worth | $3 million |
| Base Salary | $100,000 (approx.) |
| Relationship Status | Married |
| Spouse | Bruna |
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Wife
Brazilian-American UFC fighter Edson Barboza’s wife is Bruna. The couple has a son, Noah, and a daughter, Victoria.
Age
Born on January 21, 1986, he is 37 years old.
Height and Weight
He is 180 cm (5 ft 11 in) tall and 145 lb. He competes in the UFC featherweight division.
MMA Record
[As of April 12, 2023]
| Total Fights | 33 |
| Wins | 22 |
| Draw | 0 |
| Lost | 11 |
| Win by KO/TKO | 13 |
Achievements
- 8x Fight of the Night
- 1x Performance of the Night, vs. Beneil Dariush
- Sherdog 2017 Knockout of the Year in 2017, vs. Beneil Dariush
FAQs
What is Edson Barboza’s Net Worth?
In 2023, his net worth is $3 million.
Where is he from?
Nova Friburgo, Rio de Janeiro, Brasil.
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