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Waldo Cortes-Acosta
Waldo Cortes-Acosta

Waldo Cortes-Acosta

"Salsa Boy"
17-3-0
#4 UFC Dominican Republic Dominican Republic 1 Losses
Age
34
Height
6' 4"
Reach
78"
Weight class
265
Summary

Waldo Cortes-Acosta is a 265 MMA fighter with a record of 17-3-0. 34 years old. Currently ranked #4 in the UFC. Represents Dominican Republic. Current streak: 1 Losses.

Updated on May 12, 2026
Archetype
The Finisher
Over half of their wins come by KO/TKO. A dangerous striker.
Style
Boxing
Category
Male

How does Waldo Cortes-Acosta win his fights?

KO
9
SUB
1
DEC
7

What are Waldo Cortes-Acosta's last 5 fights?

L
UFC
Alexander Volkov
Alexander Volkov
Unanimous decision
May 9, 2026
W
UFC
Derrick Lewis United States
Derrick Lewis
KO/TKO
Jan 24, 2026
W
UFC
Shamil Gaziev
Shamil Gaziev
KO/TKO
Nov 22, 2025
W
UFC
Ante Delija
Ante Delija
KO/TKO
Nov 1, 2025
L
UFC
Sergei Pavlovich
Sergei Pavlovich
Unanimous decision
Aug 23, 2025

What is Waldo Cortes-Acosta's full fight history?

W
UFC
Derrick Lewis United States
Derrick Lewis
KO/TKO - R2
UFC 324: Gaethje vs. Pimblett
Jan 24, 2026

Which fighters are similar to Waldo Cortes-Acosta?

Josh Hokit
9-0-0
Serghei Spivac
18-6-0
Rizvan Kuniev
13-3-1
Derrick Lewis
29-13-0
Ante Delija
26-8-0
Vitor Petrino
13-2-0

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