Mixed Martial Arts is predominantly a male-dominated sports, but there are still women involved. Valkyrie had female fighters. The same can be said for the UFC, which has a strong female roster. DEEP Jewels and other promotions featuring female fighters have helped to increase women's competition in Japan. The sport has also seen the rise of Jennifer Maia, a female fighter.
Gina Carano
The Mandalorian has gained widespread acclaim for its lead actress Gina Carano. After the final episode of season 2, which aired on Disney+ on Sunday, Gina Carano was trending on Twitter. It turned out that Carano is also an MMA fighter. While Carano is now best known for her acting, she trained in Muay Tha and MMA. If you're interested in learning more about this fascinating character, continue reading!
Cris Cyborg
Cristiane Justino Veancio, the mixed martial artist from Brazil, is commonly known by the name "Cris Cyborg". She is the current Bellator Women’s Featherweight Champions. Her impressive MMA record and background are a testimony to her amazing ability to win as well as the dedication and hard work she puts into training. It's easy for many to be drawn to her.
Carla Esparza
Carla Kristen Esparza is a professional American mixed martial artist. She competes at Strawweight in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). She is currently the UFC Women's Strawweight Champion, and a two-time UFC Champion. She has won six UFC fights and two in succession. Her professional career in mixed martial arts began in 2004. She has been doing so ever since.
Jennifer Maia
Jennifer Maia is a Brazilian mixed martial artist. She is currently competing in the Women’s Flyweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship. She received training at the Chute Boxing Academy Brazil. Maia is ranked number 1. 1. Maia is a daughter of Robert Maia, a Brazilian fighter in mixed martial arts. Maia grew up in Rio de Janeiro, and moved to the United States to pursue a professional mixed martial arts career.
Michelle Waterson
Michelle Waterson, also known by Eileen Waterson is an American mixed martial artist and model. She currently competes in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). In 2013, she was No. She was the No. 1 female atomweight fighter in all of world. She was ranked number 1. In this weight class, she was ranked No. 2. She has won many major mixed-martial arts tournaments. Waterson was featured on several television shows as well as ESPN's The Ultimate Fighter.
Ronda Rousey
Professional wrestler, actress, and former judoka Ronda Rousey is an American mixed martial artist. She is currently signed to WWE and performs on SmackDown. Her most notable moment was her participation in the Ultimate Fighting Championship. Popularity of the sport has been helped by her success on the mat and fights. Continue reading for Rousey's best advice.