Godofredo Pepey
( 14- 7- 0)
FIGHTER DETAILS
NICKNAME
N/A
FIGHTING OUT OF
MIAMI, FLORIDA
FROM
CURITIBA, BRAZIL
AGE
37
HEIGHT
5'7
WEIGHT
170
REACH
73"
MMA RECORD
( 17- 7 - 0)
3
KO
10
SUB
1
DEC
NEWS
BIO
Godofredo "Pepey" Castro is a Brazilian mixed martial artist born on July 2, 1987. Known for his dynamic fighting style and submission prowess, he currently competes in the lightweight division of Brave Combat Federation. Over the years, Pepey has established himself as a recognizable figure in MMA, having also competed in the UFC and achieving runner-up status on The Ultimate Fighter: Brazil for the featherweight division.
Pepey’s journey in martial arts began alongside his brother, Godofredo Claudio, a BJJ black belt who helped lay the foundation for Pepey’s skill set. Remarkably, Pepey started his professional MMA career in 2003 at just 15 years old, winning his debut fight via first-round armbar. Although he took multiple breaks early on—sometimes lasting up to three years—he always returned with a hunger to continue building his record.
Pepey steadily accumulated wins across various regional promotions, including Combat Fighters Championship and other Brazilian events. He showcased a knack for finishing fights, earning multiple stoppages by knockout or submission. These successes built momentum for him to try out for the inaugural season of The Ultimate Fighter: Brazil, marking the next major step in his career.
Chosen as a participant in 2012, Pepey fought his way into the TUF house and soon became known for his aggressive submissions and fierce determination. Initially under Team Vitor, he later moved to Team Wanderlei following a mid-season team reshuffle. Pepey advanced through the quarterfinals and semifinals with decisive submission victories, ultimately securing a spot in the featherweight final.
At UFC 147, Pepey faced Rony Jason to determine The Ultimate Fighter: Brazil Featherweight winner but lost via unanimous decision. Undeterred, he went on to fight prominent names such as Sam Sicilia, Felipe Arantes, and Andre Fili. During his UFC stint, Pepey earned three Performance of the Night bonuses, highlighting his flashy finishes—particularly his signature flying knees and dynamic submission skills.
After his UFC contract ended in 2018, Pepey continued his career in other organizations. He signed with Brave Combat Federation, where he recorded a notable first-round armbar victory against Alex Torres at Brave CF 15. Pepey’s willingness to compete across different weight classes and promotions underscores his eagerness to challenge himself against top-level opponents.
Throughout his career, Pepey has been recognized for his creative submissions and electrifying stand-up moments, including flying knee knockouts. His foundation in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, coupled with his evolving striking game, allows him to adapt mid-fight, securing dramatic finishes both on the feet and on the ground.
From his humble beginnings in Fortaleza to the global stage of the UFC and Brave CF, Godofredo “Pepey” Castro has proven his resilience and talent. Having earned multiple accolades and highlight-reel finishes, Pepey continues to seek bigger challenges and aims to display his ever-improving skill set. Fans can expect more thrilling bouts from him as he forges ahead.
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