While mixed martial arts is mostly a male-dominated sport, there are women involved in the sport. Valkyrie had female fighters. The same can be said for the UFC, which has a strong female roster. Women's competition has also grown in Japan, with promotions like DEEP Jewels featuring female fighters. In the United States, the sport has seen the emergence of the female fighter Jennifer Maia.
Gina Carano
For Gina Carano, the Mandalorian's lead actress, The Mandalorian has received widespread praise. The actress became a trending topic on Twitter after the finale of season 2 aired on Disney+. Carano is also a MMA fighter. While she is most well-known for her acting skills, she also trained in Muay Thai as well as MMA. Continue reading to find out more about this amazing character.
Cris Cyborg
Cristiane Justino Venancio, a Brazilian mixed martial artist, is known as "Cris Cyborg". She is currently Bellator Women’s Featherweight Champ. Her impressive MMA records and background speak volumes about her extraordinary ability to win, and the hard work and dedication she puts into her training. It's easy to see why many people are drawn to her.
Carla Esparza
Carla Kristen Esparza, a US professional mixed martial artist, competes for the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Strawweight division. She is currently UFC Women's Strawweight Champion. She has won six UFC fights, including two in a row. 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 competes in Women's flyweight for the Ultimate Fighting Championship. She received training at the Chute Boxing Academy Brazil. Maia is ranked No. 1 on the Ultimate Fighting Championship's official rankings. Maia is the child of Robert Maia, a Brazilian boxer and MMA fighter. Maia was raised in Rio de Janeiro. She moved to the United States to pursue her professional career in mixed martial arts.
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). She was the No. In 2013, she was ranked No. She was ranked No. 2 in the world at that weight class. She has won numerous major mixed martial arts tournaments. Waterson has appeared on numerous television shows and was featured on ESPN's The Ultimate Fighter.
Ronda Rousey
American mixed martial artist Ronda Rousey, a professional wrestler and actress, is also a former judoka Ronda. She currently has a WWE contract and is a SmackDown performer. Her time at the Ultimate Fighting Championship was her greatest moment of fame. Her fights and success on the mat have helped the sport gain popularity. Here are some of Rousey’s top tips.