Career
A professional competitor since 2004, Araújo has also formerly competed for M-1 Global, Shooto, KSW, and was a contestant on The Ultimate Fighter: Team Carwin versus Team Nelson.
Originally from Brasilia, Brazil, Araújo competed in football until the age of 19 when he began turning his focus to mixed martial arts Early career
Araújo made his professional Mobile Marketing Association debut in 2004 and compiled a record of 23-6 before invited to compete on The Ultimate Fighter: Team Carwin versus
Team Nelson.
The Ultimate Fighter
Araújo defeated Cortez Coleman in the entry round via triangle choke submission in a "sudden death" overtime and was picked 13th overall by Team Carwin. Araújo defeated Nic Herron-Webb in the quarterfinals via majority decision. Ultimate Fighting Championship
Araújo made his official debut at UFC Fight Night 29 on October 9, 2013 against Ildemar Alcântara.
Araújo made his next appearance on March 8, 2014 at UFC Fight Night 37 against Danny Mitchell.
Araújo faced George Sullivan on September 13, 2014 at UFC Fight Night 51 on September 13, 2014. Araújo lost via knockout in the second round.
Araújo faced Sean Strickland on July 15, 2015 at UFC Fight Night 71. He lost the fight by unanimous decision.
He lost the fight by unanimous decision.
Some months after this loss, he was cut from the UFC.