Gleison Tibau

January 5, 2024
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Quick Facts

Gleison Tibau
Full Name Gleison Tibau
Occupation MMA Fighter
Date Of Birth Jul 10, 1983(1983-07-10)
Age 41
Birthplace Brazil
Country Brazil
Birth City Tibau
Horoscope Cancer

Gleison Tibau Biography

Name Gleison Tibau
Birthday Jul 10
Birth Year 1983
Place Of Birth Brazil
Home Town Tibau
Birth Country Brazil
Birth Sign Cancer

Gleison Tibau is one of the most popular and richest MMA Fighter who was born on July 10, 1983 in Brazil, Tibau, Brazil. Known for extreme weight-cutting that enables him to be larger than his opponents, he made his UFC debut at UFC 65 in November 2006.

He won a split-decision against Jamie Varner at UFC 164 in 2013.

Tibau won his second straight match with a first round TKO over Caol Uno on March 31, 2010 at UFC Fight Night 21. Tibau faced Jim Miller on September 15, 2010 at UFC Fight Night 22. He lost the fight via unanimous decision.

Tibau won via split decision against Rafael dos Anjos on November 19, 2011 at UFC 139. Tibau next faced undefeated prospect Khabib Nurmagomedov on July 7, 2012 at UFC 148, losing via unanimous decision.

He was born in Tibau, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil.

Gleison Tibau Net Worth

Net Worth $5 Million
Source Of Income MMA Fighter
House Living in own house.

Gleison Tibau is one of the richest MMA Fighter from Brazil. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Gleison Tibau 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

He began training MMA when he was 13 years old.

He scored a Submission of the Night victory over Rafaello Oliveira at UFC 130.

Janigleison Herculano Alves, better known as Gleison Tibau (Portuguese pronunciation: [ɡlejˈzõ tʃiˈbaw] ; born July 10, 1983) is a Brazilian mixed martial artist currently competing in the Lightweight division. A professional since 1999, he has competed for the UFC, DEEP, and Golden Boy Promotions.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Height 5 ft 10 in
Weight 154  lbs

Gleison Tibau height 5 ft 10 in Gleison weight 154  lbs & body measurements will update soon.

Who is Gleison Tibau Dating?

According to our records, Gleison Tibau is possibily single & has not been previously engaged. As of December 1, 2023, Gleison Tibau’s is not dating anyone.

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He lost to Evan Dunham on February 2, 2013 at UFC 156 by split decision. Tibau then faced John Cholish on May 18, 2013 at UFC on FX 8, winning via second round submission.

Facts & Trivia

Gleison Ranked on the list of most popular MMA Fighter. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in Brazil. Gleison Tibau celebrates birthday on July 10 of every year.

Tibau faced Pat Healy on July 16, 2014 at UFC Fight Night 45, winning by unanimous decision.

Is Gleison Tibau a black belt?

Gomi is known for his vicious knockout power while Tibau is known for his powerful wrestling and top control. Tibau also has a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

Is Gleison Tibau a wrestler?

He was a state champion in Rio de Janeiro in both Brazilian jiu-jitsu and wrestling. He was brought up as a fighter in Kimura team, from northern Brazil. Tibau trains at American Top Team.

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