Career Timeline of Melissa Gatto: Major Achievements and Milestones

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 4, 2026

Discover the career path of Melissa Gatto, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Melissa Gatto is a Brazilian professional mixed martial artist competing in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) women's flyweight division. She is known for her striking and grappling skills, aiming to climb the ranks within the UFC's flyweight division. Her career is focused on competing in MMA.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

May 11, 2019: Scheduled UFC Debut Cancelled

On May 11, 2019, Melissa Gatto was scheduled to make her UFC debut against Talita Bernardo at UFC 237, replacing the injured Jessica Rose-Clark. However, Gatto was pulled from the fight in the days leading up to the event and replaced by Viviane Araújo.

July 6, 2019: Pulled from UFC 239

On July 6, 2019, Melissa Gatto was scheduled to face Julia Avila at UFC 239. However, she pulled out due to an injury and was replaced by Pannie Kianzad. Later, it was revealed that she tested positive for furosemide and received a USADA suspension.

June 5, 2020: USADA Suspension Ended

On June 5, 2020, Melissa Gatto became eligible to return to competition after serving her USADA suspension.

June 13, 2020: Pulled from UFC on ESPN: Eye vs. Calvillo

On June 13, 2020, Melissa Gatto was scheduled to face Mariya Agapova at UFC on ESPN: Eye vs. Calvillo. However, Gatto pulled out due to visa issues and was replaced by Hannah Cifers.

August 7, 2021: UFC Debut Win

On August 7, 2021, Melissa Gatto made her UFC debut against Victoria Leonardo at UFC 265. She won the fight via technical knockout after the doctor stopped the fight between rounds two and three due to an arm injury sustained by Leonardo.

December 18, 2021: Win against Sijara Eubanks

On December 18, 2021, Melissa Gatto faced Sijara Eubanks at UFC Fight Night: Lewis vs. Daukaus. Eubanks missed weight, and the bout proceeded at a catchweight. Gatto won the fight via body kick TKO in the third round, earning a Performance of the Night bonus award.

May 7, 2022: Loss against Tracy Cortez

On May 7, 2022, Melissa Gatto faced Tracy Cortez at UFC 274 and lost the fight via unanimous decision.

September 17, 2022: Removal from UFC Fight Night 210

On September 17, 2022, Melissa Gatto was scheduled to face Gillian Robertson at UFC Fight Night 210, but she was removed from the event for undisclosed reasons.

July 1, 2023: Loss against Ariane Lipski

On July 1, 2023, Melissa Gatto faced Ariane Lipski at UFC on ESPN 48 and lost the fight via split decision.

March 30, 2024: Fight Cancellation

On March 30, 2024, Melissa Gatto was scheduled to face Viktoriia Dudakova at UFC on ESPN 54. However, the bout was cancelled during the broadcast due to a Dudakova illness.

May 18, 2024: Win against Tamires Vidal

On May 18, 2024, Melissa Gatto faced Tamires Vidal at UFC Fight Night 241, replacing the injured Hailey Cowan. Gatto won the fight by technical knockout from a punch to the chest.