Jussier Formiga Jussier Formiga was widely considered the No. 1 flyweight in the world prior to the UFC’s introduction of the weight class in late 2012. Formiga is still ranked among the best, but a slow start to his octagon career put his UFC title dreams on hold. Formiga (17-3 MMA, 3-2 UFC) is creeping back toward his former status now. He will enter Saturday’s UFC Fight Night 67 matchup with Wilson Reis (19-5 MMA, 3-1 UFC) on a two-fight winning streak. If he can leave Goiania Arena in Goiania, Goias, Brazil, with a third consecutive win, his momentum toward a championship fight will shift into high gear.
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After rough start to UFC career, Jussier Formiga ready to make climb to title shot – MMA Junkie