UFC Fighter Allan Nascimento Dies at 34 'Heart Attack'

UFC flyweight Allan Nascimento died at the age of 34 after an apparent heart attack on Monday, August 3, the promotion announced on Tuesday. 

According to the UFC, Nascimento was found unresponsive on Monday morning and was pronounced dead at the scene. "This morning, Monday, August 3rd, our beloved flyweight fighter, Allan Nascimento, was found unresponsive after suffering an apparent heart attack in his sleep. Despite



the efforts of the responding medical team, he was pronounced deceased at the scene," the UFC wrote on X.

"Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with Allan's family, friends, teammates, and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time," it added. Nascimento signed with the UFC in 2021 and compiled a 4-2 record in the promotion. Over his professional mixed martial arts (MMA) career, he recorded 22 wins and seven losses.