Luana Santos is a Brazilian UFC bantamweight fighter known for her aggressive grappling, judo background and growing submission game inside the Octagon.
Competing out of Syndicate MMA, Santos has quickly become one of the more intriguing young fighters in the women’s bantamweight division thanks to her pressure-heavy style and finishing ability.
The 26-year-old has already earned multiple UFC victories by submission and continues building momentum as she climbs the division.
Official Fighter Snapshot
| Stats | Info |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Luana do Valle Lopes Gonzales Santos |
| Nickname | N/A |
| Record | 10-2-0 |
| Birthday | April 16, 2000 |
| Height | 5’6″ (168 cm) |
| Reach | 67″ (170 cm) |
| Weight Class | Bantamweight |
| Promotion | UFC |
| Fighting Out Of | Sao Paulo, Brazil |
| Team/Gym | Syndicate MMA |
| Head Coach | Allan Begosso |
| Martial Arts Background | Judo Black Belt |
What Makes Luana Santos Different?
One of the biggest strengths in Santos’ game is her grappling.
The Brazilian fighter is a judo black belt and has already shown strong submission instincts throughout her MMA career, earning multiple victories by rear-naked choke, guillotine choke and keylock finishes.
Several of her wins have also come through scarf hold armlocks and Americana variations, techniques commonly associated with high-level grappling transitions.
That submission variety has helped separate her from many younger fighters still developing their ground game.
Luana Santos’ UFC Run So Far
Santos made an immediate impression after joining the UFC in 2023.
Some of her notable UFC victories include:
- Juliana Miller
- Stephanie Egger
- Mariya Agapova
- Tainara Lisboa
She is currently riding a two-fight winning streak entering her scheduled June 2026 matchup against Karol Rosa.
A Brazilian Prospect With Finishing Ability
Unlike many developing bantamweights who rely heavily on decisions, Santos has consistently shown the ability to finish fights.
Half of her professional victories have come by submission, while she also owns a TKO victory inside the UFC.
Her aggressive style, combined with her judo foundation and improving overall MMA game, has made her a fighter to watch as the bantamweight division continues evolving.
Why Luana Santos Fits Modern MMA
Modern women’s MMA increasingly rewards fighters who can blend pressure, grappling and positional control together.
Santos’ ability to chain takedowns into submissions fits well into that style of fighting.
At just 26 years old, the Brazilian still has significant room to develop while already competing against experienced opposition inside the UFC.
