Deivison Ribeiro secured a championship belt in 2013, achieving a unanimous decision victory over Farkhad Sharipov at XFC 27: Frozen Fury. Known by his fighting moniker ‘Deivison Dragon,’ Ribeiro embarked on his professional Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) journey in 2007, competing primarily in the Featherweight division. He quickly established himself with a powerful striking ability, earning a significant number of his early career victories by KO/TKO. Ribeiro made his mark early with a TKO win against Maicon Canjica at FF – Fest Fight 2 in 2008, followed by a unanimous decision against Jorge Gomes at DFC – Dragon Fight Championship in 2009 and a TKO win over Alan Silva at SPF – Super Pitbull Fight in the same year.
He has showcased his grappling proficiency in BJJ tournaments, underscoring his comprehensive martial arts background. This dedication to both striking and ground disciplines has cemented his reputation as a truly well-rounded combatant. His early career also saw submission expertise with a win against Claudio Araujo Neves at SGPC – Super Grand Prix Combat in 2011, where he also earned a TKO win against Renan Santos. Throughout his career, which spans over a decade, Ribeiro has honed his skills with prominent teams such as American Top Team and Sapo Fight Team.
Deivison Ribeiro continues to be an active and accomplished mixed martial artist, recognized for his impactful performances across major promotions. His career highlights, including a championship belt and significant victories by both KO/TKO and decision, demonstrate a consistent ability to perform at the elite level. His combined expertise as a powerful striker and a 1st-degree Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt makes him a uniquely compelling and marketable talent in the competitive landscape of combat sports.