Jungle Fight 145: Pimenta vs. Nascimento (also known as Ernane the Lion vs. Astro da Maldade) is an upcoming mixed martial arts event by Jungle Fight Championships scheduled for February 28, 2026 at the Parque Olímpico da Barra in Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Fight Card
Main card
Welterweight Ernane Pimenta vs Anderson Nascimento 170 lbs Vacant Welterweight Championship
Welterweight Arthur Mota vs Thiago Habib 170 lbs
Flyweight Francisco Maciel vs Denis Araujo 125 lbs
Middleweight Alan Silva vs Oton Jasse 185 lbs
Women Maria Belanson vs Stefani de Macedo 115 lbs
Bantamweight João Vitor Pereira vs Willick Kevin 135 lbs
Featherweight Harife Pereira vs Rian Sousa Costa 145 lbs
Welterweight Lucas Silva vs Patrick Oliveira 170 lbs
Flyweight Mateus Brauns vs Felipe Brito 125 lbs
Lightweight Kellison Souza vs Mayck Silca 155 lbs
Featherweight Gabriel Marques vs Lucas Silva 145 lbs
Welterweight Thales de Paula vs Igor Marinho 170 lbs
Featherweight Lucas Souza vs Alex de Jesus 145 lbs
Flyweight Anderson Rodrigues vs Matheus Santos 125 lbs
Background
The Olympic Gauntlet: A Welterweight War for Gold Headlines Jungle Fight 145!
The combat sports heartbeat of Brazil returns to its most iconic stage as Jungle Fight Championship descends upon the Parque Olímpico da Barra. On 28 February 2026, Jungle Fight 145: Pimenta vs. Nascimento stands as a testament to the promotion's reputation as the "Wall of Brazil", the ultimate proving ground where legends are born and global stars are forged. In the shadow of Rio de Janeiro’s Olympic legacy, this event gathers a collection of the nation's most relentless prospects, all looking to etch their names into the storied history of the Jungle.
The Main Event: A Clash of Welterweight Destinies
At the summit of the card, a vacant throne awaits its king as Ernane "The Lion" Pimenta collides with Anderson "Astro da Maldade" Nascimento for the Welterweight Championship. Pimenta, a fighter known for his ironclad durability and predatory pressure, looks to cement his legacy in the circular cage. However, in Nascimento, he faces a man whose name, "Astro of Evil", speaks to a volatile and dangerous style that has terrorized the divisional rankings. This five-round title encounter is a classic confrontation of Pimenta’s surging momentum against the veteran grit and finishing instinct of Nascimento. In the Jungle, where the margin for error is non-existent, the winner won't just walk away with a belt; they’ll likely walk away with a ticket to the world’s biggest stages.
The Welterweight Crossroads: Mota meets Habib
The 170-pound division takes center stage once more in the co-main event as Arthur Mota collides with Thiago Habib. This matchup represents the elite tier of the domestic welterweight ranks, pitting two men with remarkably aggressive skill sets against one another. Mota is known for his relentless pace, while Habib brings a sophisticated striking pedigree and a calm under pressure that has seen him navigate some of the toughest shark tanks in the region. With the welterweight hierarchy in flux following the main event, this bout serves as a definitive sorting hat for the next title challenger.
A Gauntlet of Rising Contenders
The depth of Jungle Fight 145 is further underscored by a series of high-stakes matchups across the weight classes. The flyweight ranks see a technical masterclass in the making as Francisco Maciel tests his mettle against Denis Araujo, a fight that promises the high-speed scrambles and elite-level grappling the 125-pound division is known for. Meanwhile, the middleweight division features a clash of titans as Alan Silva meets the dangerous Oton Jasse. From the strawweight firepower of Maria Belanson and Stefani de Macedo to the surging bantamweight prospects like João Vitor Pereira, the event is a comprehensive showcase of the grit and technical evolution currently defining the Brazilian scene.
The Jungle Legacy in Rio
As the Olympic Velodrome fills with the local faithful, the atmosphere will be a reminder of why Rio de Janeiro remains a fortress for mixed martial arts. Jungle Fight has built its global reputation on matchmaking that favors the brave, ensuring that every athlete who steps into the cage is tested to their absolute physical and mental limit. Whether it is a veteran looking to reclaim momentum or a young lion seeking a breakout moment, Jungle Fight 145 is the crucible where the future of the sport is forged. In the eyes of the Rio crowd, every exchange is a step toward immortality, and every finish is a declaration that the next world champion is fighting right in their backyard.
