Mixed martial arts is a predominantly male-dominated sport. However there are also women involved in the sport. Valkyrie promoted female fighters. The UFC also boasts strong female rosters. DEEP Jewels and other promotions featuring female fighters have helped to increase women's competition in Japan. In the United States, Jennifer Maia, a female fighter has emerged.
Gina Carano
For Gina Carano, the Mandalorian's lead actress, The Mandalorian has received widespread praise. The actress was trending on twitter after the second season finale aired. Carano is also a MMA fighter. Although she is now primarily known for acting, she used to train in Muay Thai and MMA. Continue reading to discover more about this remarkable character.
Cris Cyborg
Cristiane Justino Venezio, a Brazilian mixed-martial artist, is "Cris Cyborg", her professionally-known name. She is currently Bellator Women’s Featherweight Champ. Her background and impressive MMA record are a testament to her incredible ability to win and the sheer dedication and hard work she puts into her training. It's not hard to see why people are attracted 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 the current UFC Women's Strawweight 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 competes in the Women's Flyweight division for the Ultimate Fighting Championship. She trained at the Chute Boxing Academy in Brazil. Maia is ranked No. 1 on the Ultimate Fighting Championship's official rankings. Maia is a daughter of Robert Maia, a Brazilian fighter in mixed martial arts. Maia was born in Rio de Janeiro and moved to the United States in order to pursue a career as a professional mixed-martial arts fighter.
Michelle Waterson
Michelle Waterson (also known as Eileen Waterson) is an American mixed-martial artist and model. She currently competes in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). In 2013, she was No. 1 women's atomweight fighter in the world. She was ranked No. 2 in the world at that weight class. She has won numerous 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 with WWE and performs on the SmackDown brand. Her greatest fame was gained from her participation in Ultimate Fighting Championship. Her success on the ring and her fights have made the sport very popular. Continue reading for Rousey's best advice.