10 Brazilians to Watch in 2011

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Bruno Carvalho (4-1)

The most feared lightweight striker in Brazil, Carvalho has defeated MMA standouts Andre “Dida” Amado and Edson Mendes Barboza, Jr., under muay Thai rules. In fact, the hard-throwing Carvalho knocked out almost every opponent he faced in muay Thai competition. A student of Cristiano Marcello under the blossoming CM System banner, Carvalho suffered his first defeat in either MMA or muay Thai last June against Felipe Olivieri under controversial circumstances, but has since rebounded with a pair of wins. As his MMA experience has increased, however, Carvalho has encountered trouble finding willing and suitable opponents on the local scene. His ascent to the international level will be ensured if he can continue to develop his ground game at the current pace.

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