“Salsa Boy”
Waldo Cortes Acosta
Heavyweight · No. 6 ranked · Dominican Republic
W-L-D
17-4-0(T)KO wins
9SUB wins
1DEC wins
7
17-4-0(T)KO wins
9SUB wins
1DEC wins
7
OVERVIEW
Recent Fights
| Res | Opponent · Event | Method |
|---|---|---|
| L | Curtis Blaydes UFC Fight Night · Sep 12, 2026 | Decision – Unanimous R3 5:00 |
| L | Alexander Volkov UFC 328 · May 9, 2026 | Decision – Unanimous R3 5:00 |
| W | Derrick Lewis UFC 324 · Jan 24, 2026 | KO/TKO R2 3:14 |
Bio
Division Heavyweight
Status No. 6 ranked
Record 17-4-0
Age 35
Height 6′4″ (76 in)
Reach 78 in
Leg Reach 43.5 in
Country Dominican Republic
Trains at UKF Gym
