Eduarda Moura

Eduarda Moura is a Brazilian mixed martial artist competing in the UFC's Women's Flyweight division. Known by her nickname Ronda, she has quickly made a name for herself with a 12-2 professional record and a 75% finish rate. Moura fights out of Salvador, Bahia, representing Galpão da Luta, and has become a fan favorite for her relentless grappling and heart inside the Octagon. As of 2026, she is ranked #22 in the women's flyweight division by FightMatrix and continues to climb the ranks with each fight. [edit]

Moura grew up in the coastal town of Riachuelo in northeastern Brazil's Sergipe state. She came to combat sports relatively late, starting Brazilian jiu-jitsu in 2018 simply to lose weight. She quickly fell in love with the daily grind and became a multiple-time Sergipe state BJJ champion. Her nickname Ronda came from early gym days when training partners compared the blonde newcomer to Ronda Rousey.

Before fighting, Moura worked at her mother's emporium doing stock checks and working as a cashier. She started three different university courses, Accounting, Dentistry, and Physical Education, but didn't finish any of them. However, she did earn a degree in Accounting Science. Her mother initially doubted her fighting career, but the UFC signing changed everything, turning doubt into pride. [edit]

Moura turned professional on March 27, 2022, and blitzed through the Brazilian regional scene, winning seven fights in her debut year alone. Her wins mixed first-round knockouts and rear-naked chokes with hard-earned decisions. By 2023, she was one of the most talked-about prospects in women's flyweight. In August 2023, she earned a UFC contract with a first-round submission of unbeaten Janaina Silva on Dana White's Contender Series. She made her UFC debut on November 4, 2023, at UFC Fight Night in São Paulo, stopping Montserrat Conejo Ruiz via KO in the second round.

In 2024, Moura fought twice, first a split-decision loss to Denise Gomes in June, then a unanimous decision win over Veronica Hardy in November. She moved up to flyweight in 2025 and earned a unanimous decision over veteran Lauren Murphy in July. In 2026, she lost a unanimous decision to Wang Cong in February but has an upcoming fight at UFC 331 on September 19 in Los Angeles. [edit]

Moura is portrayed as a grappler-first fighter whose game has broadened under UFC lights. Media coverage frames her as a late-blooming talent who discovered martial arts for fitness and became a prodigy. She represents her home state of Sergipe, adding a layer of responsibility to her career. Fans appreciate her relentless style and openness about mental health struggles, making her a relatable figure in the flyweight division. [edit]

Eduarda Moura has cultivated a following defined by raw athletic resilience rather than manufactured celebrity rituals. Her supporters, who engage primarily through her substantial social media presence of over 60,500 Instagram followers, rally around her gritty grappling style and her candid advocacy regarding mental health struggles. Unlike fighters with organized fan clubs or specific street-shutdown traditions, Moura's audience connects deeply with her narrative of overcoming bipolar disorder and PTSD while competing at the highest level of mixed martial arts. This unique bond transforms casual viewers into devoted fans who value vulnerability as much as victory. The lack of a formal fandom name reflects an organic community built on shared appreciation for her journey from Salvador to the global stage. While she does not yet command the massive commercial machinery seen in other divisions, her influence is growing steadily among flyweight enthusiasts who follow her every move inside the Octagon. According to the August 2026 evaluation by iFANN, Eduarda Moura is currently evaluated but does not hold a placement in the published rankings (Global Top 1,000 or a Top-100 scope list).[edit]

Josuela Eduarda Assis de Moura, known universally as Ronda, carries a professional record of 12-2 with a 75% finish rate while representing Galpão da Luta out of Salvador. Although she initially pursued degrees in Dentistry and Physical Education, she ultimately earned her degree in Accounting Science before dedicating herself fully to fighting. Her journey includes publicly sharing her battles with bipolar disorder, PTSD, and anxiety, a vulnerability that humanized her to millions. She cites Ronda Rousey and Amanda Nunes as key inspirations for her own career path. A defining moment occurred in February 2026 when she revealed her bipolar diagnosis, sparking widespread media coverage and deepening her connection with fans. Later that month, her fight against Wang Cong at UFC Vegas 113 became a legendary brawl; despite suffering a decision loss amid controversy over weight misses, the sheer intensity of the match cemented her reputation for heart. Fans still recount the bloody exchange as a reflection of her resilience, even as the sport moves forward. Another iconic chapter involves her second-round stoppage victory against Canejo at UFC Fight Night: Almeida vs. Lewis in São Paulo, a performance highlighted as a key moment in her career. These events weave together a legacy of technical skill and emotional transparency that defines her standing in the division.[edit]

Moura was born and raised in Riachuelo, Sergipe, Brazil, to parents who initially had reservations about her fighting career. Her mother ran a local emporium where Moura worked before fighting. She is married to Santiago Silva, and the couple shares a close bond, with Moura often posting affectionate messages on social media. No children have been publicly reported. [edit]

Moura trains with Galpão da Luta in Salvador, Bahia. She cites Ronda Rousey and Amanda Nunes as influences. Her notable opponents include Wang Cong, Lauren Murphy, Veronica Hardy, Denise Gomes, and Montserrat Conejo Ruiz. [edit]

Moura is married to Santiago Silva. The couple's relationship has been publicly documented through Moura's social media posts expressing deep affection and commitment. No other public relationships have been reported. As of 2026, she remains happily married to Silva. [edit]

As a relatively new UFC fighter with a 3-2 UFC record, Moura's earnings come primarily from fight purses, win bonuses, and potential sponsorships. Lower-tier UFC athletes typically earn between $10,000 and $30,000 per fight, with win bonuses doubling that amount. As of 2026, iFANN currently estimates her net worth at $500 Thousand, accumulated from her regional career and UFC fights.[edit]

Moura has not won major industry awards but is a multiple-time Sergipe state BJJ champion. Her biggest achievement to date is earning a UFC contract via Contender Series in 2023. [edit]