Thiago Alves

Category: Welterweight
Tags: BJJ, Muay Thai, The Pitbull, Thiago Alves, Welterweight

Nickname: he Pitbull
Hometown: ortaleza, Brazil
Date of Birth: 1983-10-03
Height: 5'10 (175cm)
Weight: 70lbs (78kg)
Style: Muay Thai/ BJJ

Thiago Alves is a professional Mixed Martial Arts fighter. He was born on 3rd October, 1983. AT 15 he started training in Muay Thai and Mixed Martial at 17.He has a black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Thiago Alves’s prime goal was to attain the UFC title and wanted to become a world-class champion. Thiago Alves is popularly known as “pit bull” among his fans. “Pit bull a ferocious dog known for its savage nature is associated with none other than “Thiago Alves. At present he is a welterweight fighter and trains with the American Top Team.Thiago Alves holds a purple belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Before starting his fighting career he used to teach Muay Thai. Thiago Alves has won five fights in a row, and seven of his last eight. He has won six via KO or TKO. He has got a Purple Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu style. He went on a four-fight knockout streak.

His MMA record stands out in all the 17 matches he has played. He has won 15 and lost 3. He defeated various opponents comprehensively these include highly regarded opponenets such as Matt Hughes, Karo Parysian and Jon Fitch

He was born on 3rd October 1983 in Fortaleza, Brazil. Thiago Alves was 19 years old when he came to the United States with a just $50 in his pocket. He went to college but he couldn’t continue it. Thiago Alves’s idol is “Wander lei Silva”. He follows his style and strictly follows his principles. Thiago Alves always had a dream to see his name as a mortal fighter. He is always excited to fight. It was his dream to become to fighter. He prepares each day to step out in the ring with great courage. He truly is a fighter and has huge fan following. He is still giving best of his potential to attain what he wants in life. He is currently a welterweight fighter in the Ultimate Fighting Championship.

He’s a real fighter as he fought many situations in his life and reached at this level. His fighting spirit sets him apart from other fighters. He believes he has achieved just 50% of his dreams. Thiago Alves currently trains with and is associated with American Top Team.