Viviane Araújo is a Brazilian mixed martial artist competing in the UFC’s women’s flyweight division. Born on November 21, 1986, in Brasília, Brazil, Araújo began her athletic career in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, where she achieved success at the national level. Her transition to mixed martial arts came after a strong foundation in grappling, and she quickly adapted to the demands of the sport with a versatile and aggressive style.
Araújo made her professional MMA debut in 2015 and competed in various promotions in Brazil and Japan before being signed by the UFC in 2019. She made an immediate impression with a knockout win in her promotional debut and continued to demonstrate strong performances against ranked opposition.
Known for her speed, striking volume, and technical grappling, Araújo has earned victories over established names in the flyweight division. She has consistently maintained a position among the top contenders and is respected for her conditioning, durability, and commitment to improvement.
As a competitor with a strong background in jiu-jitsu and a well-rounded MMA game, Viviane Araújo remains a significant presence in the UFC flyweight division and continues to pursue her goal of reaching title contention.