Tallison Teixeira

Tallison Teixeira Silva (born December 7, 1999) is a Brazilian mixed martial artist who currently competes in the Heavyweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). A professional since 2021, Teixeira earned his UFC contract on Dana White's Contender Series, winning by first round KO.

Mixed martial arts career Early career Teixeira began his professional MMA career in 2021, quickly establishing himself as a heavyweight prospect. Teixeira amassed a record of 6-0 fighting exclusively in Brazil for promotions such as Legacy Fighting Alliance with all his wins coming via first round stoppage.

Dana White's Contender Series Teixeira was then booked to compete on Week 6 of Season 8 of Dana White's Contender Series on September 17, 2024, against fellow Brazilian prospect Arthur Lopes.

He won the fight via first round knockout and was subsequently awarded a contract by Dana White.

Ultimate Fighting Championship Teixeira was scheduled to face Łukasz Brzeski at UFC 310 on December 7, 2024. However, Teixeira withdrew from the fight due to injury and was replaced by Kennedy Nzechukwu.

After earning his contract, Teixeira made his UFC debut against Justin Tafa on February 8, 2025, at UFC 312. He won the bout via knockout 35 seconds into the first round thus earning him the Performance of the Night bonus.

Teixeira faced former UFC Heavyweight Championship challenger Derrick Lewis in the main event of UFC on ESPN 70 on July 12, 2025. He lost the fight by technical knockout 35 seconds into the first round.

Teixeira faced Tai Tuivasa on February 1, 2026, at UFC 325. He won the fight by unanimous decision.

Teixeira faced Sergei Pavlovich on May 30, 2026 at UFC Fight Night 277. He lost the fight by knockout under a minute into the first round.

Championships and accomplishments Ultimate Fighting Championship Performance of the Night (One time) vs. Justin Tafa

Mixed martial arts record Loss

Sergei Pavlovich KO (punches) UFC Fight Night: Song vs. Figueiredo

Macau SAR, China Win

Tai Tuivasa Decision (unanimous) UFC 325

Sydney, Australia Loss

Derrick Lewis TKO (punches) UFC on ESPN: Lewis vs. Teixeira

Nashville, Tennessee, United States Win

Justin Tafa TKO (knee to the body and elbow) UFC 312

Sydney, Australia Win

Arthur Lopes KO (punches) Dana White's Contender Series 72

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States Win

Matheus Fonseca KO (head kick and punches) LFA 183

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Win

Arthur Fonseca TKO (punches) LFA 175

Cajamar, Brazil Win

Julio dos Santos TKO (punches) Dominium FC 20

Campinas, Brazil Win

Fernando Kato KO (punch) Standout Fighting Tournament 37

São Paulo, Brazil Win

Caio Rabelo KO (punch) Pantanal FC 26

Costa Rica, Brazil Win

Carlos Victor Sena Submission (inverted triangle armbar) MF Fighters 6

São José do Rio Preto, Brazil