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Junior Assuncao

Nickname -- Birthdate 6/24/1981
Height / Weight 5'9" - 145lbs Place of Birth Recife, Brazil

UFC 141 results: Ross Pearson defeats Junior Assuncao by unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 30-27)

UFC 135 results: Junior Assuncao defeats Eddie Yagin by unanimous decision (30-26, 30-26, 30-27).

Last Fight

UFC 135: Jones vs. Rampage

Sep 25, 2011 12:00 AM EDT
Junior Assuncao vs Eddie Yagin

Junior Assuncao Coverage

Morning Report: Jackson's MMA criticizes N.J. commission for timekeeping gaffe that cost Andrei Arlovski 'dearly'

by Shaun Al-Shatti from MMA Fighting on Mar 29, 2013 8:00 AM EDT

Did Anthony Johnson's late first-round flurry -- which dropped Andrei Arlovski twice and nearly ended the fight -- arrive well after the round should've ended? Jackson's MMA says yes, and they have a pretty convincing case.

UFC Quick Quote: Ross Pearson explains why the featherweight division wasn't a good fit

by Mike Bohn from MMAmania.com on Feb 15, 2013 11:00 PM EST

UFC lightweight Ross Pearson details the trouble he had making featherweight before recently moving back up 155-pounds. "The Real Deal" plans to go back to his roots and focus on skill and technique against larger opponents.

UFC on FX 6: George Sotiropoulos vs. Ross Pearson Dissection

by Dallas Winston from Bloody Elbow on Dec 14, 2012 12:03 PM EST

Dallas Winston delves into the UFC on FX 6 main event that pits George Sotiropoulos vs. Ross Pearson in the latter's return to the lightweight class.

UFC on FX 4 results: One by one, contenders for Jose Aldo are falling by the wayside

by Sergio Hernandez from MMAmania.com on Jun 23, 2012 1:00 AM EDT

Hatsu Hioki was supposed to be next in line to challenge for the UFC Featherweight Championship. Ross Pearson was a win or two away himself from a title shot. In one night, both men's hopes were dashed.

UFC On FX Maynard Vs. Guida Results: Ross Pearson vs. Cub Swanson

by Nate Wilcox from Bloody Elbow on Jun 22, 2012 9:26 PM EDT

UFC On FX Maynard Vs. Guida Results: Cub Swanson def. Ross Pearson at 4:14 of the second round by TKO.

UFC on FX 4 predictions, preview and analysis

by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on Jun 21, 2012 1:00 PM EDT

Who is going to win on the main card of UFC on FX 4: "Maynard vs. Guida" tomorrow night in Atlantic City? Just ask Nostradumbass, he'll be happy to tell you.

UFC On FX 4: Ross Pearson Vs. Cub Swanson Dissection

by Dallas Winston from Bloody Elbow on Jun 20, 2012 2:00 PM EDT

UFC On FX 4: Ross Pearson Vs. Cub Swanson Dissection (preview and analysis)

UFC on FX 4 fight card: Ross Pearson vs Cub Swanson preview

by Brian Hemminger from MMAmania.com on Jun 18, 2012 7:00 PM EDT

MMAmania's Brian Hemminger previews this Friday night's UFC on FX 4 main card-opening bout between Ross Pearson and Cub Swanson. What's the best path to victory for both men? Find out inside.

Report: Dennis Siver Vs. Eddie Yagin Booked For UFC 151 In September

by Scott Haber from Bloody Elbow on Jun 5, 2012 3:00 PM EDT

Featherweights Dennis Siver and Eddie Yagin have reportedly agreed to clash at UFC 151 on September 1st in Las Vegas. The only other bout rumored for that card right now is a main event light heavyweight title fight, featuring Jon Jones defending against Dan Henderson.

UFC 145 results recap: Eddie Yagin vs Mark Hominick fight review and analysis

by Brian Hemminger from MMAmania.com on Apr 22, 2012 5:00 AM EDT

MMAmania's Brian Hemminger breaks down last night's UFC 145 main card opening bout between Eddie Yagin and Mark Hominick. How did Yagin pull off the biggest upset of the night? Find out inside.

UFC 145 predictions, preview and analysis

by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on Apr 20, 2012 1:00 PM EDT

UFC 145 is less than 24 hours away. Who's going to win? Jon Jones or Rashad Evans? Here's my best guess.

UFC 145: Jones Vs. Evans - Mark Hominick Vs. Eddie Yagin Dissection

by Dallas Winston from Bloody Elbow on Apr 19, 2012 1:00 PM EDT

UFC 145: Jones Vs. Evans - Mark Hominick Vs. Eddie Yagin Dissection (preview and analysis)

UFC 145 fight card: Mark Hominick vs Eddie Yagin preview

by Brian Hemminger from MMAmania.com on Apr 17, 2012 7:00 PM EDT

MMAmania's Brian Hemminger takes a closer look at Saturday night's upcoming UFC 145 featherweight main card bout between Mark Hominick and Eddie Yagin. What's the best path to victory for both men? Find out inside.

Breaking Down The UFC Featherweight Division

by Luke Nelson from MMAmania.com on Mar 24, 2012 1:00 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 featherweight division.

How's Taste My Tweet Tweet? MMA on Twitter - Sonnen: Bisping Sounds Like Pip From South Park

by Anton Tabuena from Bloody Elbow on Jan 25, 2012 9:01 AM EST

Anton Tabuena of BloodyElbow.com compiles the week's most interesting tweets from the MMA and UFC twitter world.

Junior Assuncao Cut From UFC

by Shaun Al-Shatti from MMA Nation on Jan 24, 2012 12:08 PM EST

Brazilian featherweight Junior Assuncao (13-5) has been released from the UFC following a late-December loss to "The Ultimate Fighter 9" winner Ross Pearson at UFC 141.

Ross Pearson Vs. Dennis Siver Rematch, Akira Corassani Vs. Jason Young Booked For UFC In Sweden

by Scott Haber from Bloody Elbow on Jan 11, 2012 1:00 PM EST

Two featherweight bouts have been added to the UFC's Swedish debut on April 14th: Ross Pearson and Dennis Siver will rematch at their new weight class of 145 lbs, while TUF 14 competitor and Swedish native, Akira Corassani will face Jason Young in another lightweight bout.

Report: Ross Pearson vs Dennis Siver rematch possible for UFC on FUEL TV 2

by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on Jan 11, 2012 12:27 PM EST

Featherweight striker Ross Pearson will try to make it two in a row against fellow former lightweight Dennis Siver when they hook 'em up in a 145-pound rematch at UFC on FUEL TV 2 on April 14 in Sweden.

Watch Dana White's UFC 142 Video Log - Day 1

by KatGirl from Gals Guide To MMA on Jan 10, 2012 12:01 PM EST

Check out Dana's vlog, which features lots of backstage coverage from UFC 141.

UFC 141: Final Spike TV 'Prelims' Earn 1.8 Million Viewers, Second Best In Series History

by Shaun Al-Shatti from MMA Nation on Jan 4, 2012 12:03 PM EST

Friday's UFC 141 Spike TV prelims special collected 1.8 million viewers.

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