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Demian Maia

Nickname -- Birthdate 11/6/1977
Height / Weight 6'0" - 170lbs Place of Birth Sao Paolo, Brazil

UFC on Fox 2 Results: Chris Weidman defeats Demian Maia by split decision (29-28 Weidman, 29-28 Maia, 29-28 Chris Weidman)

Demian Maia is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu expert who competes in the UFC middleweight division. He challenged Anderson Silva for his title at UFC 112, where he lost a five-round decision. Maia is a submission expert and currently trains with Wanderlei Silva in Las Vegas, Nevada.

UFC 136 results: Demian Maia defeats Jorge Santiago by unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27).

Last Fight

The Ultimate Fighter 12 Finale

Dec 4, 2010 10:00 PM EST
Demian Maia vs Kendall Grove

Next Fight

UFC 148

Jul 7, 2012 10:00 PM EDT
Dong Hyun Kim vs Demian Maia

Demian Maia Coverage

UFC 148 Fight Card: Silva Vs. Sonnen II

by Tim Burke from Bloody Elbow on Apr 24, 2012 9:00 PM EDT

A rundown of the current UFC 148 card, scheduled for July 7th in Las Vegas, NV.

Three MMA Documentaries Worth Seeing to Be Released Over Next Two Months

by Ariel Helwani from MMA Fighting on Apr 20, 2012 11:00 AM EDT

There haven't been a whole lot of good MMA documentaries produced over the years, however, over the next two months, three of the best will be released.

Mark Munoz next fight: 'Filipino Wrecking Machine' targets July return, likes Chris Weidman rumors

by Adam Guillen Jr. from MMAmania.com on Apr 19, 2012 11:00 PM EDT

UFC Middleweight contender mark Munoz talks about his injury which forced him out of his UFC on Fox 2 meeting with Chael Sonnen, hopes to return in July, possibly against Chris Weidman.

Melvin Guillard Vs. Fabricio Camoes Booked For UFC 148

by Josh Nason from Bloody Elbow on Mar 30, 2012 9:01 AM EDT

Melvin Guillard will look to break a two-fight losing streak this July when he faces Fabricio Camoes at UFC 148.

USA TODAY/MMA NATION March 2012 Consensus Rankings: Middleweight

by Richard Wade from Bloody Elbow on Mar 29, 2012 6:00 PM EDT

Pound for Pound king Anderson Silva's next title defense will be a rematch against the #2 middleweight in the world, Chael Sonnen.

Breaking Down The UFC Welterweight Division

by Luke Nelson from MMAmania.com on Mar 24, 2012 5:00 PM EDT

It's a lazy Saturday, so MMA Mania is giving you an in-depth look at each UFC division. We continue with the welterweight division.

The Fighter We'd Most Like To Tutor Us In Portuguese

by KatGirl from Gals Guide To MMA on Mar 22, 2012 11:21 AM EDT

If you wanted to learn Portuguese, which fighter would you like to teach you? Check out what we think and vote for your choice, too!

Dan Miller drops to welterweight, fights Ricardo Funch at UFC on FX 4

by Thomas Myers from MMAmania.com on Mar 21, 2012 9:33 PM EDT

UFC on FX 4 Fight Card Update: Dan Miller to make 170-pound debut against Ricardo Funch at at UFC on FX 4 from the Revel Hotel and Casino in Atlantic City, N.J., on June 22, 2012.

Demian Maia Vs. Dong-Hyun Kim, Costa Philippou Vs. Riki Fukuda Booked For UFC 148

by Scott Haber from Bloody Elbow on Mar 21, 2012 6:00 PM EDT

Two more bouts have been added to UFC 148 which takes place on July 7th: Demian Maia makes his 170 lb. debut against Dong Hyun Kim, while middleweights Costa Philippou and Riki Fukuda will do battle.

UFC 148: Demian Maia welterweight debut comes against Dong Hyun Kim on July 7

by Geno Mrosko from MMAmania.com on Mar 21, 2012 4:03 PM EDT

Demian Maia will make his welterweight debut against Dong Hyun Kim at UFC 148 on July 7 in Las Vegas.

Jake Ellenberger vs. Martin Kampmann Slated for TUF Live Finale

by Ariel Helwani from MMA Fighting on Mar 21, 2012 3:24 PM EDT

The UFC added a trio of interesting fights to its busy summer schedule on Wednesday. Jake Ellenberger will meet Martin Kampmann in a five-round main event at the TUF Live Finale on June 1, UFC officials announced.

Level playing field: Bellator's Brent Weedman discusses making the drop to 155

by Brian Hemminger from MMAmania.com on Mar 20, 2012 8:00 PM EDT

MMAmania's Brian Hemminger speaks with Bellator season six lightweight tournament participant Brent Weedman about making the cut from 170 to 155 and how it will affect him.

Mark Munoz vs Michael Bisping? 'The Filipino Wrecking Machine' surprised he was passed over by Tim Boetsch

by Geno Mrosko from MMAmania.com on Mar 20, 2012 2:44 PM EDT

Mark Munoz says he was surprised when Michael Bisping was matched up with Tim Boetsch instead of him for UFC 148 in July.

UFC 148 fight card and rumors for 'Silva vs Sonnen II' on July 7 in Las Vegas

by Thomas Myers from MMAmania.com on Mar 19, 2012 9:30 PM EDT

Latest UFC 148: "Silva vs. Sonnen II" fight card and rumors, including recently announced bouts and match ups that will take place at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, on July 7, 2012.

Morning Report: NSAC Calls Nick Diaz a Liar, Brendan Schaub Hunts for Ghosts

by Shaun Al-Shatti from MMA Fighting on Mar 15, 2012 8:00 AM EDT

The NSAC calls Nick Diaz a liar, Brendan Schaub hunts for ghosts, and Ryan Hall chokes out a drunk guy on today's edition of the Morning Report.

UFC Star Demian Maia Curiously Moves Down To Welterweight, But Will Things Be Any Easier There?

by Luke Nelson from Head Kick Legend on Mar 14, 2012 4:59 PM EDT

After his recent struggles to find his form at middleweight, Demian Maia announced that he would be dropping to welterweight for his next UFC fight. We discuss some possible reasons for Maia's struggles and look at whether or not he'll be able to change his fortune at 170.

Demian Maia Confirms Move To UFC Welterweight Division

by Josh Nason from Bloody Elbow on Mar 14, 2012 2:30 PM EDT

After some recent struggles at 185 pounds, Demian Maia announced Wednesday he's moving to the UFC's 170-pound class.

Demian Maia dropping to welterweight

by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on Mar 14, 2012 12:33 PM EDT

Former UFC Middleweight number one contender Demian Maia has announced via his official Twitter account that he's dropping to 170 pounds for his next fight inside the Octagon.

Demian Maia Moving Down to Welterweight

by Ariel Helwani from MMA Fighting on Mar 14, 2012 11:58 AM EDT

Demian Maia is moving down to welterweight.

Tim Boetsch has Michael Bisping on his 2012 agenda

by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on Mar 9, 2012 10:43 AM EST

After pasting Yushin Okami at UFC 144, Tim Boetsch has set his sights on the rest of the middleweight contenders, including Michael Bisping.

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