Rafaello Oliveira - Official UFC® Profile

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Rafaello Oliveira

TRAINING: Conditioning in the morning, MMA practice every night and Boxing two times a week

When and why did you start training for fighting? I started in 2004 because it was a different challenge

What ranks and titles have you held? None yet

Do you have any heroes? My family

What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? Everything; it is a dream come true

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? Yes, in Brazil, but didn't finish

What was your job before you started fighting? Jiu-Jitsu instructor

Ranks in any martial arts styles: BJJ Black Belt

Favorite grappling technique: armbar

Favorite Striking technique: high kick

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