Gleison Tibau

Gleison Tibau
BornJanigleison Herculano Alves
(1983-07-10) July 10, 1983
Tibau, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil
Height5 ft 10 in (1.78 m)
Weight175 lb (79 kg; 12.5 st)
DivisionWelterweight
Lightweight
Reach70 in (178 cm)
StanceSouthpaw
Fighting out ofCoconut Creek, Florida, United States
TeamAmerican Top Team (2006–present)
RankBlack belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Years active1999–present
Mixed martial arts record
Total58
Wins39
By knockout4
By submission15
By decision20
Losses19
By knockout5
By submission2
By decision11
By disqualification1
Other information
Mixed martial arts record from Sherdog

Janigleison Herculano Alves, better known as Gleison Tibau (Portuguese pronunciation: [ɡlejˈzõ tʃiˈbaw]; born July 10, 1983) is a Brazilian mixed martial artist currently competing in the Welterweight division. A professional since 1999, he has competed for the UFC, Professional Fighters League (PFL), DEEP, and Golden Boy Promotions.