Antônio Rogério Nogueira

Biography

Antônio Rogério Nogueira (Portuguese pronunciation: [ɐ̃ˈtoniu ʁoˈʒɛɾiu noˈɡejɾɐ]; born 2 June 1976), also known as Lil Nog or Minotouro, is a retired Brazilian mixed martial artist currently signed with the UFC. He is the twin brother of Antônio Rodrigo Nogueira, the "Minotauro" (lit. Minotaur), earning Rogério the nickname "Minotouro" (lit. mini bull). A proficient amateur boxer, he was the 2006 and 2007 Brazilian Super Heavyweight Champion. He also won a bronze medal in the 2007 Pan American Games.

Known For

The Expendables

as Garza's Bodyguard #2

UFC 106: Ortiz vs. Griffin 2

as Self

UFC 140: Jones vs. Machida

as Self

UFC 119: Mir vs. Cro Cop

as Self

UFC 114: Rampage vs. Evans

as Self

Pride Total Elimination 2005

as Self

UFC 237: Namajunas vs. Andrade

as Self

UFC Fight Night 24: Nogueira vs. Davis

as Self

Affliction: Day of Reckoning

as Self

The Ultimate Fighter: Brasil

as Coach