When and why did you start training for fighting? Istarted training over a decade ago. I was always an athlete, and once Idiscovered that unlike handball, MMA doesn'tissue red cards, I knew I had found my true sport.<\/p>\n
What ranks and titles have you held? UFC Womens Featherweight Champion. Former Invicta FCWorldChampion. FormerStrikeforce World Champion. 2x IBJJF World Champion. ADCC Bronze Medalist.<\/p>\n
Do you have any heroes? Jesus Christ, who died for our sins.<\/p>\n
What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? It is anhonor.<\/p>\n
Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? I never finished university; however, it issomethingI plan to return to once my MMA career isfinished. Animals are a passion for me and I think it would be amazing to one day further my knowledge and find a way to work with them.<\/p>\n
What was your job before you started fighting? I used to work inside of a pet grooming store.<\/p>\n
Ranks in any martial arts styles: Chute Boxe Muay Thai black belt, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu brown belt under Andre Galvao of Atos BJJ TeamFavorite grappling technique: SuplexFavorite Striking technique: Whatever strikefinishes with a KO<\/p>\n
17 wins by KO, three by decision<\/p>\n
Lost pro debut unbeaten since<\/p>\n
10 first round finishes<\/p>\n
Has won 10 straight<\/p>\n
Had 4-0, 1 NC record in Strikeforce<\/p>\n
Was 5-0 with five finishes in Invicta FC<\/p>\n
Owns wins over Gina Carano, Marloes Coenen (twice), Shayna Baszler and Vanessa Porto<\/p>\n
Has finished 13 of last 14 wins<\/p>\n
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