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BELO HORIZONTE, BRAZIL - JUNE 22: Hacran Dias makes weight during the UFC 147 weigh in at Estadio Jornalista Felipe Drummond on June 22, 2012 in Belo Horizonte, Brazil. (Photo by Josh Hedges/Zuffa LLC/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images)

Hacran Dias

TRAINING: I am doing a lot of cardio and improving my standup skills.

When and why did you start training to become a fighter? I turned professional in 2005. I love the sport and the competition.

What ranks and titles have you held? Shooto South America Champion

Do you have any heroes? None

What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? It’s a dream come true

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? No

What was your job before you started fighting? I was a lifeguard

Favorite grappling technique: arm lock

Favorite Striking technique: Uppercut