Who is Matheus Camilo? Exploring the UFC lightweight contender’s career and more ahead of his fight against Jai Herbert

Matheus “Jaguar” Camilo is a Brazilian mixed martial artist competing in the UFC lightweight division. The 25-year-old has built momentum in the promotion after winning two straight fights. Camilo enters his next bout against Jai Herbert with an 11-3-0 professional record and a 2-1 UFC record.Known for his explosive style and pressure fighting, the Brazilian will look to continue his rise when he faces the experienced British veteran at UFC Fight Night: Allen vs Duncan on October 10.Who is Matheus Camilo?Born on January 2, 2001, in Rio Branco, Acre, Brazil, Matheus Camilo began his journey in Brazilian MMA before moving to Rio de Janeiro. He later continued his development on the U.S. regional circuit and eventually earned his opportunity to compete in the UFC.Camilo fights under the nickname “Jaguar.” He stands 5 feet 10 inches tall and competes at 155 pounds in the lightweight division. He uses an orthodox stance and trains out of Xtreme Couture in Las Vegas, while also having links to the Nova Uniao team.Camilo currently holds a professional record of 11 wins and three losses. His UFC record stands at 2-1. His recent run has helped him establish himself as an interesting young lightweight prospect.The Brazilian earned his UFC contract after defeating Dorobshokh Nabotov. He won at Z Fight Night 2 in late 2024. However, his promotional debut did not go according to plan.Camilo suffered a loss to Gabe Green in May 2025. It was his first UFC appearance. However, he soon responded to the setback.In November 2025, Camilo returned to the Octagon. He secured a unanimous decision victory over Viacheslav Borshchev.He then delivered an even more impressive performance. Especially in his bout against Nazim Sadykhov at UFC Baku in June 2026. Camilo stopped Sadykhov with a first-round knockout at the 1:31 mark. The fast finish gave him back-to-back UFC victories.Camilo is now scheduled to face Jai Herbert at UFC Fight Night: Allen vs. Duncan. The event is popular as UFC Vegas 122 or UFC Fight Night 290. The lightweight contest is set for October 10, 2026. It will be held at the Meta APEX in Las Vegas.The matchup presents an interesting contrast in styles.Camilo is the younger fighter and is known for his pressure, explosiveness and takedown threat. At 25, he is also entering a key stage of his development. His recent knockout win has added further attention to his growing UFC career.Herbert, meanwhile, brings considerably more experience. The 38-year-old British fighter has a 14-6-1 professional record and a 4-5-1 UFC record. He is also much taller than Camilo at 6 feet 1 inch.The biggest physical difference is their reach. Herbert has a 77-inch reach compared with Camilo’s 69 inches. That gives the British veteran a significant advantage at distance.Camilo will therefore have to close the distance and make his pressure count.Stay updated with the latest Asian Games 2026 news, check the Asian Games medal tally and complete Asian Games schedule.Get the latest Sports News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.