Antonio Trocoli, known in the MMA world by the nickname "Malvado," was born on December 6, 1990, in Brazil. Standing at an impressive height of 1.98m and weighing 92kg, Trocoli competes in the middleweight division.
Trocoli is renowned for his fearless stance in the octagon, combined with his wingspan of 2.08m, which gives him a significant advantage over many of his opponents.
A black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Trocoli fights from an orthodox position, utilizing his calculated aggression to dominate his adversaries.
Record: 12 wins, 3 losses, 1 no contest (NC).
Wins: 3 wins by knockout, 5 by submission, and 4 by decision, reflecting a 67% finish rate.
Losses: 1 by knockout, 2 by decision.
Dana White's Contender Series (2019): Originally won against Kenneth Bergh via submission, but the result was overturned to a no contest.
Legacy Fighting Championship: Fought against Dhiego Lima and Jacob Volkmann, resulting in losses by decision.
Brazilian Fighting Series (2021): Secured a victory over Reslley Isael by submission in the first round.
Specializations: Trócoli excels in Muay Thai striking and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
Signature Move: Known for his anaconda choke submission and effective use of striking techniques such as the flying knee.
Trócoli is set to face Shara Magomedov on June 22, 2024, in a UFC Fight Night event, marking a significant bout in his ongoing UFC career.
His journey in MMA began as a childhood dream, and over the years, he has become a respected
figure within the mixed martial arts community. With a string of impressive victories and
electrifying performances, Trocoli has won the hearts of fans and the respect of his fellow
fighters. Since his debut in Imperium: MMA Pro in January 2013, to his epic battles in
events like WOC
2: War of Champions 2 and LFC 53: Legacy Fighting Championship 53, Trocoli has faced a
variety of challenges in his career. From dominant wins to tough losses, he has shown
resilience and determination in every fight. However, his journey is not limited to the
octagon alone. Outside of it, Trocoli is known
for his philanthropic work, supporting social causes and helping young aspiring fighters to
realize their dreams.
At just 33 years old, Trocoli still has much to offer to the world of MMA. His legacy as one
of the top middleweight fighters is far from over, and fans eagerly await to see what the
future holds for the "Malvado" Antonio Trocoli.
Now, let's delve into his journey fight by fight:
Trócoli burst onto the MMA scene with a bang, making his mark in Imperium MMA Pro 1 against the seasoned Carlos Alberto Junior. With lightning-fast strikes and unwavering determination, Trócoli secured a stunning victory via punch in the first round, setting the stage for what would become a remarkable career.
Undeterred by his initial success, Trócoli continued to climb the ranks, facing off against Valdinei Rosa in Imperium MMA Pro 3. In a display of technical prowess, Trócoli submitted Rosa with just seconds remaining in the first round, showcasing his versatility as both a striker and grappler.
Trócoli's dominance in the welterweight division was further solidified in Full House Battle Home 3.1, where he squared off against Vinícius Franklin. With a relentless onslaught of attacks, Trócoli secured yet another victory, this time via arm triangle choke in the second round, leaving his opponent no room to escape.
As Trócoli's reputation grew, so did the level of competition he faced. In Full House Battle Home 9, he clashed with Mauro Paixão, delivering a masterful performance that culminated in a second-round victory via arm triangle choke. Trócoli's ability to finish fights in spectacular fashion was becoming his trademark.
Trócoli's winning streak continued in a regional event in Minas Gerais, where he squared off against Will Pontes. While specific details of the bout are scarce, Trócoli emerged victorious, further cementing his status as a force to be reckoned with in the MMA world.
In Imperium MMA Pro 11, Trócoli faced off against Kleber Santana in a highly anticipated showdown. With the stakes higher than ever, Trócoli delivered a breathtaking performance, securing a victory via anaconda choke in the third round, much to the delight of his fans.
Trócoli's journey took him to Brasil Fight, where he clashed with Walace Cavalcante in a battle of wills. While details of the fight are scarce, Trócoli emerged victorious, proving once again that he had what it takes to overcome any challenge thrown his way.
In a regional event in Bahia, Trócoli faced off against Ronaldo Silva in a fight that would test his mettle like never before. While specific details of the bout are unavailable, Trócoli emerged triumphant, further solidifying his reputation as one of MMA's rising stars.
Antonio Trócoli secured a unanimous decision victory over UFC veteran Wendell de Oliveira Marques, proving his skills against a more experienced opponent.
In his first fight outside Brazil, Trócoli faced former UFC fighter Jacob Volkmann at Legacy FC 51, losing by unanimous decision after a tough contest.
Trócoli faced a formidable opponent in Dhiego Lima at Legacy FC 53, losing by unanimous decision after a competitive bout.
Returning to the cage at Jungle Fight 91, Trócoli was stopped in the second round by Marcelo Barbosa via TKO, marking his first loss by knockout.
After over a year away from competition, Trócoli returned victorious at JF Fight 19, winning by unanimous decision over Rodrigo Carlos.
Continuing his comeback, Trócoli defeated Fabio Moreira by unanimous decision in a five-round battle at Fight Club MMA 8.
Trócoli initially won by submission against Kenneth Bergh at Dana White's Contender Series, but the result was overturned to a no contest.
Trocoli faced travel disruptions, resulting in the cancellation of the bout against Kenneth Bergh at Superior Challenge 22.
Trócoli made a successful return to the cage at Brazilian Fighting Series 3, defeating Reslley Isael by first-round submission via rear-naked choke.
Trócoli withdrew from the bout against Ovince St. Preux at UFC 282: Błachowicz vs. Ankalaev.
Trócoli withdrew from the bout against Oumar Sy at UFC Fight Night.
Aliskerov was rebooked, leading to the cancellation of the bout at UFC Fight Night.
Shara Magomedov is scheduled to fight on the Main Card at UFC Fight Night on June 22, 2024. He weighs in at 185.5 lbs (84.1 kgs) for the Middleweight bout.
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