Shooto Brasil 136: Almeida vs. André (also known as Shooto Brasil 136: Indio Acreano vs. Cyborg) is a mixed martial arts event to take place on April 17, 2026 at the Upper Arena in Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Fight Card
MMA Card (UFC Fight Pass)
Lightweight Wendel Almeida vs. Jefferson André 155 lbs Vacant Lightweight Championship
Flyweight David Ruan vs. Aridriano Oliveira 125 lbs
Lightweight John Teixeira vs. Robson Silva 155 lbs
Lightweight Guilherme Doin vs. Paulo Ricardo Rodrigues 155 lbs
Featherweight Lucas Ananias vs. Leonardo Willians 145 lbs
Bantamweight Juscelino Pantoja vs. Micael de Jesus 135 lbs
Women's Featherweight Fernanda Guersone vs. Myllena Messias 145 lbs
Preliminary Card
Welterweight Tadd Ilgas vs. Lucas Tupi 170 lbs
Featherweight Ayslan Brajão vs. Gabriel de Oliveira 145 lbs
Featherweight Yarlei Junior vs. Reidney de Oliveira 145 lbs
Flyweight Thiago Carvalho vs. Nyldean Paes 125 lbs
Bantamweight Victor Gabriel vs. Carlos Veras 135 lbs
Women's Strawweight Ethiene Pereira vs. Laisa Silva 115 lbs
Bantamweight Ralph Mattos vs. Luis Fernando Santos 135 lbs
Background
Rio’s Next Generation: Lightweight Gold at Shooto Brasil 136!
The Upper Arena in Rio de Janeiro is set to become the epicenter of Brazilian combat as Shooto Brasil returns for another historic night in the Marvelous City. On April 17, 2026, Shooto Brasil 136: Indio Acreano vs. Cyborg delivers a showcase of elite technicality and raw aggression. Led by the legendary André Pederneiras, Shooto continues its reign as the world’s premier proving ground for Brazilian talent, where the stars of tomorrow fight for their ticket to the global stage.
The Main Event: "Indio Acreano" vs. "Cyborg" for the Throne
At the summit of the card, the vacant Shooto Brasil Lightweight Championship is on the line as the relentless Wendel "Indio Acreano" Almeida meets the explosive Jefferson "Cyborg" André. Almeida brings a high-velocity grappling game and the trademark grit of the Acre region, looking to cement his status as the division's new king.
He faces a formidable puzzle in Jefferson André. Known as "Cyborg" for his terrifying physical strength and clinical striking, André has dismantled every obstacle in his path to this title shot. This is a quintessential clash of "unyielding pressure vs. technical brutality," where the winner leaves Rio de Janeiro with the gold and the attention of every major scout in the sport.
Flyweight Fire and Lightweight Warfare
The intensity remains at a fever pitch in the co-main attraction as the 125-pound division takes center stage. The technical David Ruan collides with the gritty Aridriano Oliveira in a high-speed encounter that many insiders are tipping for "Fight of the Night" honors.
The card is further bolstered by a series of pivotal divisional wars. Veteran John Teixeira returns to the lightweight ranks to face the dangerous Robson Silva, while the surging Guilherme Doin tests his mettle against Paulo Ricardo Rodrigues. In a promotion where every second counts, these matchups serve as a high-stakes audition for the next level of the sport.
Rising Stars and Featherweight Scrambles
Shooto Brasil 136 highlights the incredible depth of the Brazilian scene, featuring a bantamweight duel between Juscelino Pantoja and Micael de Jesus, and a featherweight clash between Lucas Ananias and Leonardo Willians. Additionally, the women’s featherweight division takes the spotlight as Fernanda Guersone faces the heavy-handed Myllena Messias.
The Upper Arena: The Vanguard of Brazilian MMA
The evening begins with a relentless array of matchups designed to showcase the future of the sport. From the flyweight technicality of Thiago Carvalho and Nyldean Paes to the opening bantamweight battle between Ralph Mattos and Luis Fernando Santos, every athlete understands the mission.
In the heart of Rio, a win in the Shooto cage is more than just a victory, it is a declaration of intent. Every exchange under the lights of the Upper Arena is a step toward global recognition, and every finish is a reminder that the heartbeat of Brazilian MMA has never been stronger.
