Deiveson Figueiredo is a name that invokes fear in his opponents. One of the most violent men in the business, he has the perfect skill set for his conservative slugger style of fighting. With wins over names like Brandon Moreno, Cody Garbrandt, and Rob Font, the Brazilian has cemented his place as one of the most dangerous men inside the Octagon. 

Throughout his MMA career, his exciting and dynamic style of fighting has been on full display, leading him to the UFC flyweight title in 2020. And as the former champion gears up to take on Petr Yan at UFC Macau on November 23, let us look at the surprising origins of his moniker. 

How did Deiveson Figueiredo get the nickname ‘God Of War’/ ‘Deus Da Guerra’?

Deiveson Figueredo undoubtedly has one of the coolest nicknames in the UFC, ‘Deus da Guerra’, which translates to ‘God of War’. ‘Deus’ means ‘God’, ‘da’ translates to ‘of’, and ‘Guerra’ means ‘War’ in his native Portuguese. The former UFC flyweight champion’s nickname shares a striking resemblance to, and is possibly an homage to the popular video game character from the titular Playstation franchise.

‘God of War’ is a successful video game franchise by Santa Monica Studios, including the 2018 Game of the Year, God of War. The series saw its last entry in the form of God of War: Ragnarok which features the titular character of Kratos, the fictional Greek god of war, who sports a red streak across his head and face.

Figueredo too, has a red streak across his head, like Kratos. All of these similarities have led many to speculate that Figueredo’s nickname is a nod towards Kratos. The former champion certainly has the physique of a Greek god and fights with the same ferocity as the fictional character who inspired his moniker.

But behind the intense stare and unyielding determination lies a fascinating story of grit, tradition, and a touch of cowboy charm. Ready to dive in?

Other unknown facts about Deiveson Figueiredo 

Long before he was trading punches, Deiveson Figueiredo was wrangling livestock. His father, a rancher and farm worker, passed down his skills to the young man, who grew up on a farm. Those early years taught him discipline and hard work, traits that shine through in his fighting career.

Even today, Figueiredo fondly shares pictures of his farm days, reminding fans that despite his UFC fame, he hasn’t forgotten his roots. The Brazilian’s love for horse racing is a nod to his upbringing as a rancher. Whether it’s watching races or dreaming of a future as a jockey, his passion runs deep.

While Figueiredo has tasted defeat, he’s never been knocked out. Let that sink in—a man who’s faced the toughest fighters in the world has yet to hit the canvas. It’s a testament to his resilience, both physical and mental. Figueiredo often cheers for his fellow Brazilian, Charles Oliveira. It’s easy to see why—Oliveira’s thrilling style and rags-to-riches story resonate deeply.

As Figueiredo’s journey unfolds, one thing is clear: his story is as compelling as his fights. Now, with 3 wins under his belt at bantamweight already, ‘Deus De Guerra’ will be taking on Petr ‘No Mercy’ Yan in a crucial clash at UFC Macau. A win here could cement Figueiredo’s aspirations to secure the gold in another weight class! And with his