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Waldo Cortes-Acosta
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Waldo Cortes-Acosta

Waldo Cortes-Acosta

"Salsa Boy"
Dominican RepublicDominican Republic
265 Striker
Record17-2-0
Streak3 Wins
Height6' 4"
Weight265
Reach78"
Age34
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Summary

Waldo Cortes-Acosta is a 265 MMA fighter with a record of 17-2-0. 34 years old. Currently ranked #5 in the UFC. Represents Dominican Republic. Current streak: 3 Wins.

Updated on Jun 18, 2026
Archetype
The Finisher
Over half of their wins come by KO/TKO. A dangerous striker.

How does Waldo Cortes-Acosta win his fights?

KO
9
SUB
1
DEC
7

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

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
W
UFC
Serghei Spivac
Serghei Spivac
Unanimous decision
Jun 7, 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?

Alexander Volkov
39-11-0
Sergei Pavlovich
21-3-0
Alex Pereira
13-4-0
Josh Hokit
10-0-0
Serghei Spivac
18-6-0
Curtis Blaydes
19-5-0

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