punch above your weight

US /pʌntʃ əˈbʌv jʊər weɪt/
UK /pʌntʃ əˈbʌv jʊər weɪt/
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1.

superar as expectativas, ir além do esperado

to perform or compete at a level that is higher than one's apparent capabilities or resources

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Despite being a small company, they managed to punch above their weight and win the big contract.
Apesar de ser uma empresa pequena, eles conseguiram superar suas expectativas e ganhar o grande contrato.
The new player is really punching above his weight, scoring goals against top defenders.
O novo jogador está realmente superando suas expectativas, marcando gols contra os melhores defensores.