Former light-heavyweight champion Vitor Belfort has been one of the most credentialed and well-known fighters in UFC history, amassing a 15-10 record with the promotion.
With 12 knockouts in those 15 wins, Belfort’s brawling and kickboxing have brought some of MMA’s most historic moments. Fights against Jon Jones, Randy Couture, Anderson Silva, and Chuck Liddell are just a few when discussing the number of legends Belfort has faced.
When looking back on his career, Belfort doesn’t see a certain generation that stands out. The legend himself doesn’t define his career by any one era. He enjoys being able to reflect on his success across various stages without a single standout period.
“I think I reinvented myself in many different [eras]. You can go back into the different generations, so that’s amazing. I was one of the guys to fight in different generations, and not a lot of guys did that,” Vitor Belfort said with pride, speaking with Cageside Press at the 2025 UFC Hall of Fame induction ceremony.
‘The Phenom’ then gave a short breakdown about how he progressed throughout his career.
“The early one was a little bit ego-centric, most prideful, and a lot of lessons learned. The one in the middle and at the end was amazing. It was an amazing experience.”
Belfort’s longevity and success in the sport are something rarely seen today. A Hall of Fame induction is not only just, but was anticipated by many for the Brazilian legend.
Watch our full interviews with Vitor Belfort from the 2025 UFC Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony above.
