Mauricio Ruffy
May 1, 1996 – present
UFC Lightweight Fighter
A fighter publicly testifying that Jesus changed and saved his life
Biography
Brazilian mixed martial artist competing in the UFC lightweight division. Ruffy grew up in Alagoas, Brazil, built his professional career in São Paulo, and became known for explosive striking performances in the UFC.
Faith & Testimony
Ruffy has spoken publicly and repeatedly about Jesus Christ changing his life. His official UFC profile says, 'When I let Jesus into my life, everything changed,' and that he feels called to help people be transformed by the love of Christ. After a 2026 UFC victory, he quoted John 3:16 and said, 'Jesus saved my life' before urging listeners to give their lives to Jesus. Because he is a living and still-active public figure, this profile is included as a current public testimony rather than a final judgment on his whole story.
Sources
- Mauricio Ruffy — UFC profile — Biographical background and Ruffy's comments about Jesus, God's will, and being transformed by the love of Christ
- UFC Fighter Mauricio Ruffy: "Jesus saved my life" — CatholicVote clip of Ruffy quoting John 3:16 after his UFC Freedom 250 win
- Mauricio Ruffy's Stunning Knockout And Faith-Fueled Message At UFC Freedom 250 — Recap quoting Ruffy's post-fight invitation to give one's life to Jesus
- UFC 301 star credits religion for success in MMA and curing wife's infertility — Earlier public comments about finding Jesus Christ during a difficult period of life
Videos
UFC fighter Mauricio Ruffy quotes John 3:16 and publicly says that Jesus saved his life after a major victory.