Demian Maia is undeniably one of the best middleweights in Mixed Martial Arts today. With an impressive 11-1 record, Maia's last 5 victories in the octagon have all come by way of submission. Demian continues to tear through the UFC's middleweight division, and could be next in line for a title shot against Anderson 'Spider' Silva

Demian has quickly and quietly established a reputation as one of the most dangerous grapplers in all of Mixed Martial Arts. A winner of the ADCC Submission Wrestling World Championships in 2007, Demian made his Mixed Martial Arts debut in December of 2005 and has earned 10 straight victories. Our of his last 5 fights in the UFC Octagon, four have earned him 'Submission of the Night' honors. Demian's quick ascension through the middleweight ranks has now possibly put him in line for a title shot against Anderson 'Spider' Silva.