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Edson Barboza signs with new promotion less than two months after UFC retirement (and it’s not RAF)

UFC fan favorite Edson Barboza may be done with his face-punching career, but the 40-year-old lightweight is not ready to sit on the couch and get fat just yet. Instead, Barboza will hit the mats for Absolute Championship of Brazilian…

By Jesse Holland · MMA Mania

Published: Tuesday, 6 October 2026 at 5:11 PM

Key Things to Know

Edson Barboza has signed with grappling promotion Absolute Championship of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (ACBJJ).
The move comes less than two months following Barboza's retirement from the UFC.
A date and opponent for Barboza's ACBJJ promotional debut have yet to be determined.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Former UFC fighter Edson Barboza has signed with Absolute Championship of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (ACBJJ) less than two months after retiring from MMA. The grappling promotion announced the signing on social media, confirming Barboza will compete in Gi and No-Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu tournaments, super fights, and mixed grappling events.

A debut date and opponent have not yet been announced for the 40-year-old lightweight. Barboza stated that he remains excited about the future and is eager to stay active despite stepping away from mixed martial arts competition.

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