Best fights of Antônio Carlos Jr.
Over 12 years as a professional, Antônio Carlos Jr. has compiled a 19-6 (13) record, including three title fights across three weight classes. Here are his best fights.
1. Antônio Carlos Jr. submits Tim Boetsch
On April 14, 2018 Antônio Carlos Jr. faced Tim Boetsch in a middleweight bout. Jr. was 28 years old with a record of 9-2, and Boetsch was 37 with a record of 21-11. Jr. was on a 4-fight winning streak and Boetsch was coming off a win. Jr. submitted Tim Boetsch via rear-naked choke in the 1st round.
2. Antônio Carlos Jr. submits Sullivan Cauley
On August 21, 2025 Antônio Carlos Jr. fought Sullivan Cauley for the vacant 2025 PFL Tournament light heavyweight title. Jr. was 35 years old with a record of 18-6, and Cauley was 29 with a record of 8-1. Jr. was on a 2-fight winning streak and Cauley was on a 3-fight winning streak. Jr. submitted Sullivan Cauley via rear-naked choke in the 2nd round. Won the vacant title.
3. Antônio Carlos Jr. defeats Vitor Miranda
On May 31, 2014 Antônio Carlos Jr. fought Vitor Miranda for the The Ultimate Fighter: Brazil 3 Tournament heavyweight title. Jr. was 24 years old with a record of 3-0, and Miranda was 35 with a record of 9-3. Jr. was on an undefeated 3-fight winning streak and Miranda was on a 4-fight winning streak. Jr. won via unanimous decision. Crowned the new heavyweight champion.