Amanda Nunes, born May 30, 1988, is a retired Brazilian mixed martial artist, widely regarded as one of the greatest female fighters in UFC history. Known for her striking power and well-rounded skill set, she became the first woman to hold two UFC titles simultaneously, claiming the Women’s Featherweight and Bantamweight Championships. Nunes is a two-time Bantamweight Champion and a former Featherweight Champion. Throughout her career, she achieved victories over notable fighters like Ronda Rousey, Cris Cyborg, and Holly Holm. Her dominant performances earned her the top spot in the UFC women’s pound-for-pound rankings before her retirement
Full Name: Amanda Lourenço Nunes
Date of Birth: May 30, 1988
Nationality: Brazilian
Nickname: “The Lioness”
Weight Class: Bantamweight (135 lb), Featherweight (145 lb)
Height: 5 feet 8 inches (173 cm)
Reach: 69 inches (175 cm)
Fighting Style: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai
Achievements: Former UFC Women’s Bantamweight and Featherweight Champion, first woman to hold two UFC titles simultaneously
Retirement: Announced retirement in 2023, ranked #1 in the UFC women’s pound-for-pound rankings at the time.
Date | Opponent | Result | Decision |
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11 Jun, 2023 | I. Aldana | W | U Dec 5:00 |
31 Jul, 2022 | J. Peña | W | U Dec 5:00 |
12 Dec, 2021 | J. Peña | L | Sub 2:26 |
7 Mar, 2021 | M. Anderson | W | Sub 1:03 |
7 Jun, 2020 | F. Spencer | W | U Dec 5:00 |
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