Fabricio Werdum achieved what many fighters dream of achieving in their MMA careers. The veteran heavyweight became a champion in the UFC – the leading MMA organization on the planet. Werdum (24-9-1 MMA) was able to capture gold in his second run with the promotion, which ran from 2012 -2020. The decorated Brazilian jiu-jitsu world champion was able to become one of the world’s best with his well-rounded game, which included arguably the best grappling the UFC heavyweight division has ever seen. Related Ray Sefo explains how PFL's unique format proved crucial in signing Fabricio Werdum Scott Coker explains why Bellator turned down chance to sign Fabricio Werdum Werdum fought out his contract with the UFC in July 2020 and signed with rising promotion PFL, putting and end to an impressive eight-year run win the company. Some of his best moments were courtesy of his elite submission skills.