Waldo Cortes-Acosta
“ Salsa Boy ”
Standout achievements
Waldo Cortes-Acosta is a Dominican Republic mixed martial artist with a professional record of 17-3 across 20 bouts. They've won 9 by KO/TKO, 1 by submission and 7 by decision — a 59 % finish rate. Most wins come by KO/TKO. Last competed May 2026 (active). Has fought most often in United States (22 bouts).
Fight locations (13 venues)
Career timeline — fights by year
Frequently asked
What is Waldo Cortes-Acosta's MMA record?
Waldo Cortes-Acosta has a professional MMA record of 17-3 — 9 wins by KO/TKO, 1 by submission, 7 by decision.
How does Waldo Cortes-Acosta usually win?
They most often win by KO/TKO (9 of 17 wins).
How does Waldo Cortes-Acosta usually lose?
Most of Waldo Cortes-Acosta's losses come by decision (3 of 3).
Is Waldo Cortes-Acosta still active?
Waldo Cortes-Acosta last competed in May 2026, and is considered active (no bout in over two years).
What is Waldo Cortes-Acosta's fastest finish?
KO/TKO of Shamil Gaziev in 1:22 (Rd 1) at UFC Fight Night 265 - Tsarukyan vs. Hooker.
Where is Waldo Cortes-Acosta from?
Waldo Cortes-Acosta is a Dominican Republic mixed martial artist.
What is Waldo Cortes-Acosta's longest MMA win streak?
Waldo Cortes-Acosta's longest winning run on record is 9 straight victories.
Where does Waldo Cortes-Acosta rank in MMA?
Waldo Cortes-Acosta sits at #283 of 32,631 fighters in the Fight Forensics global MMA rankings.
Pro MMA (20)
Amateur (7)
Amateur bouts — not counted toward the pro record.