Fabiano Scherner (born June 30, 1972)[12] is a German-Brazilian professional mixed martial artist and Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt. He has fought in Cage Rage, IFL and the Ultimate Fighting Championship. Scherner is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competitor who won multiple championships in all belt ranks on international and world stage in adult and master divisions.[13][14]

Fabiano Scherner
Born (1972-06-30) June 30, 1972 (age 52)
Tres Passos, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil
Other namesPega-Leve (Take it Easy)
ResidencePortland, Oregon, U.S.
Height6 ft 4 in (1.93 m)
Weight257 lb (117 kg; 18 st 5 lb)
DivisionHeavyweight (MMA)
Ultra-Heavyweight (BJJ)
Reach74 in (190 cm)
StyleBrazilian Jiu-Jitsu
StanceOrthodox
Fighting out ofPortland, Oregon, U.S.
TeamAmerican Top Team Portland
Rank5th degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu[1]
Years active1999–present (BJJ)
2003–present (MMA)
Mixed martial arts record
Total25
Wins11
By knockout5
By submission6
Losses11
By knockout10
By submission1
No contests3
Other information
Mixed martial arts record from Sherdog
Fabiano Scherner
Medal record
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
World No-gi Jiu-Jitsu Championship
Silver medal – second place 2013 Ultra-Heavyweight (black)[2]
Gold medal – first place 2012 Senior 1 Ultra-Heavyweight (black)[3]
Gold medal – first place 2012 Senior 1 Absolute (black)[3]
Silver medal – second place 2011 Masters Ultra-Heavyweight (black)[4]
Gold medal – first place 2011 Masters Absolute (black)[4]
Masters World Jiu-Jitsu Championship
Gold medal – first place 2013 Ultra-Heavyweight (black)[5]
Gold medal – first place 2013 Absolute (black)[6]
Pan-American Championship
Silver medal – second place 2013 Ultra-Heavyweight (black)[7]
Gold medal – first place 2012 Ultra-Heavyweight (black)[8]
Bronze medal – third place 2012 Absolute (black)[8]
American Nationals Championship
Gold medal – first place 2011 Ultra-Heavyweight (black)[9]
American No-Gi Nationals Championship
Gold medal – first place 2011 Ultra-Heavyweight (black)[10]
Bronze medal – third place 2011 Absolute (black)[10]
Brazilian National Jiu-Jitsu Championship
Gold medal – first place 2001 Ultra-Heavyweight (purple)[11]

Background

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Scherner was born in Tres Passos on June 30, 1972. In 1999, Scherner started training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Brazil with Carlson Gracie student Murilo Rupp. There he was introduced to Mario Sperry, Murilo Bustamante, and Luis Roberto "Bebeo" Duarte. Bebeo was one of the founding members of the Brazilian Top Team (BTT) academy and invited Scherner to train with BTT.[15][16]

Scherner received his black belt in a very fast three years and nine months. Shortly following this, Ricardo Liborio invited Scherner to start training MMA and teaching BJJ in Olympia, Washington. While in Olympia, Scherner began cross-training with fellow heavyweight Jeff Monson, as he worked to develop his MMA skills.[15]

Mixed martial arts career

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Ultimate Fighting Championship

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Scherner made his UFC debut against Brandon Vera, losing via TKO (knees & punches) in the second round.[17]

In his second fight in the UFC, Scherner fought Gabriel Gonzaga, losing via TKO (Punches) in the second round. Following the loss, Scherner was released from the UFC.[18]

After leaving the UFC, Scherner fought against Gilbert Yvel at Cage Rage 17 - Ultimate Challenge losing via TKO (Punches) in the first round. Scherner then fought in three other organizations in Brazil Before fighting in the IFL, racking up 2 wins and 1 no contest.

In 2008, Scherner fought Roy Nelson for the IFL Heavyweight Championship at IFL – Las Vegas losing via TKO (Punches) in the first round.[19]

Post-IFL

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Scherner returned to action four months later against Journeyman Mychal Clark who submitted Scherner with punches from a mounted position.

Scherner then fought Tracy Willis, and was knocked down by an overhand right early in the second round. Willis followed up with hammerfists that opened a cut on Scherner's forehead and prompted referee Josh Rosenthal to stop the fight.

Scherner fought Nick Braker on June 6, 2009, at Carnage at the Creek 6 winning via Submission (Rear-Naked Choke) at 3:08 of the first round.

Scherner lost his next fight against heavyweight prospect Mike Hayes via KO (Punch) at 3:50 of round 2.

Scherner fought Scott Junk at Galaxy MMA 1 – Worlds Collide, During the fight Scherner landed an unintentional low blow on Junk that dropped the Heavyweight to his knees. Junk laid on the cage floor for several minutes before he informed the ringside doctors he could no long continue. The fight was ruled a no contest with the official end coming just 27 seconds into round one.[20]

Scherner was scheduled to fight fellow UFC veteran Brad Morris in Australia at Brace For War 6 on November 13,[21] but he pulled out of the fight due to travel issues. He was replaced by Josh Ogilvie.[22]

On January 20, 2012, Scherner entered WCFC: Last Man Standing 2, a 16 fighter, last-man-standing style MMA tournament. After winning his first fight, Scherner lost to the tournament winner Tyler East, in the final and main event.[23]

On August 4, 2012, Scherner faced Anthony "Freight Train" Hamilton at SportFight 31. After connecting with a right and dropping him to the canvas, Scherner continued to throw strikes until Hamilton gave up his neck and Scherner was able to finish with an arm triangle choke, providing Hamilton with his only defeat via submission.[24]

Less than 2 months later, on September 17, 2012, Scherner faced against the much younger Vitaly Minakov, losing via TKO (punches) late in the first round of the main event.[25]

Championships and accomplishments

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Mixed martial arts record

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Professional record breakdown
25 matches 11 wins 11 losses
By knockout 5 9
By submission 6 2
No contests 3
Res. Record Opponent Method Event Date Round Time Location Notes
Loss 11–11 (3) Tony Lopez TKO (punches) KOTC: Fight to the Finish February 3, 2018 3 1:11 Lincoln City, Oregon, United States For the KOTC Heavyweight Championship.
Win 11–10 (3) D.J. Linderman TKO (punches) KOTC: Wipeout June 4, 2016 1 2:55 Lincoln City, Oregon, United States
Loss 10–10 (3) Vitaly Minakov KO (punches) Fight Nights: Battle of Desne September 17, 2012 1 3:51 Bryansk, Bryansk Oblast, Russia
Win 10–9 (3) Anthony Hamilton Submission (arm-triangle choke) SportFight 31: Battle at the Bay 2 August 4, 2012 1 2:02 Manson, Washington, United States
Loss 9–9 (3) Tyler East KO (punches) WCFC: Last Man Standing 2 January 20, 2012 1 0:36 Orem, Utah, United States
Win 9–8 (3) Andenilson Clementino TKO (punches) WCFC: Last Man Standing 2 January 20, 2012 1 2:12 Orem, Utah, United States
NC 8–8 (3) Scott Junk NC (accidental kick to the groin) Galaxy MMA 1: Worlds Collide May 1, 2010 1 0:27 Honolulu, Hawaii, United States
Loss 8–8 (2) Mike Hayes KO (punch) ROTR 6: Final Countdown November 21, 2009 2 3:50 Snoqualmie, Washington, United States
Win 8–7 (2) Nick Braker Submission (rear-naked choke) CATC 6: Carnage at the Creek 6 June 6, 2009 1 3:08 Shelton, Washington, United States
Loss 7–7 (2) Tracy Willis TKO (punches) Pro Battle MMA: Immediate Impact October 4, 2008 2 2:49 Springdale United States
Loss 7–6 (2) Mychal Clark Submission (punches) SF 23: SportFight 23 June 20, 2008 2 3:51 Portland, United States
Loss 7–5 (2) Roy Nelson TKO (punches) IFL: Las Vegas February 29, 2008 1 3:20 Las Vegas, Nevada, United States For the IFL Heavyweight Championship.
Win 7–4 (2) Dierley Buga TKO (punches) SFC 3: Sul Fighting Championship 3 December 12, 2007 1 N/A Brazil
NC 6–4 (2) Maiquel Falcão NC (cut from an illegal headbutt) Desafio: Fight Show December 8, 2007 1 N/A Brazil
Win 6–4 (1) Marcelo Barbosa KO (punch) SS: Storm Samurai July 28, 2007 1 N/A Brazil
Loss 5–4 (1) Gilbert Yvel TKO (punches) Cage Rage 17 July 1, 2006 1 1:30 London, England
Loss 5–3 (1) Gabriel Gonzaga TKO (punches) UFC 60: Hughes vs. Gracie May 27, 2006 2 0:24 Los Angeles, California, United States
Loss 5–2 (1) Brandon Vera TKO (knees and punches) UFC Ultimate Fight Night 2 October 3, 2005 2 3:22 Las Vegas, Nevada, United States UFC debut.
Win 5–1 (1) Aaron Brink Submission (guillotine choke) IFC: Rock N' Rumble July 30, 2005 1 0:50 Nevada, United States Won ISKA MMA Americas Heavyweight Championship.[26]
Win 4–1 (1) Brian Stromberg Submission (guillotine choke) SF 11: Rumble at the Rose Garden July 9, 2005 1 1:13 Oregon, United States
Win 3–1 (1) Sebastian Rodriguez Submission (armbar) SF 10: Mayhem May 28, 2005 1 2:35 Oregon, United States
Win 2–1 (1) Demian Decorah Submission (armbar) FCC 19: Freestyle Combat Challenge 19 May 14, 2005 N/A N/A Wisconsin, United States
Loss 1–1 (1) Assuério Silva Submission (guillotine choke) Jungle Fight 2 May 15, 2004 2 N/A Manaus, Brazil
NC 1–0 (1) Assuério Silva NC (injury) Meca 9: Meca World Vale Tudo 9 August 1, 2003 1 3:23 Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Scherner injured falling from ring.
Win 1–0 Scott Bowman TKO (punches) HOOKnSHOOT: Absolute Fighting Championships 3 May 24, 2003 1 2:35 Florida, United States

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