Sheymon Moraes
Sheymon Moraes
Athlete
Born: April 23, 1988, in Brasília, Brazil,
Profession: Professional MMA Fighter
Biography:
Sheymon Moraes is an active Brazilian mixed martial artist who competes in the featherweight division. Born on April 23, 1988, in Brasília, Brazil, Moraes began his professional MMA career in 2010 and developed a reputation as an aggressive striker with solid grappling skills.
Moraes competed in the UFC from 2018 to 2020, making his promotional debut with a split decision victory over Matt Sayles. During his UFC tenure, he faced tough competition in the featherweight division and compiled a mixed record against high-level opponents. Notable fights included bouts against Andre Fili, Sodiq Yusuff, and Giga Chikadze.
Known for his well-rounded fighting style, Moraes combines powerful striking with Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu skills, holding a black belt in the discipline. Before joining the UFC, he competed in various regional promotions in Brazil and built experience against diverse competition.
After his time in the UFC, Moraes continued his career competing in other organizations. Throughout his career, he's been recognized for his toughness and willingness to engage in exciting fights, earning him respect among fans and fellow fighters in the MMA community.
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