In a surprising turn of events, the UFC has raised the stakes in the women’s divisions by signing four promising fighters, effectively silencing the disappointment felt by fans following recent releases.
Melissa Dixon, Shauna Bannon, Luana Santos, and Jacqueline Cavalcanti are the new additions that have sent ripples of excitement through the MMA community. While only one has a scheduled debut in the Octagon, their arrival hints at the organization’s commitment to nurturing fresh talent and ensuring a vibrant future for women’s MMA.
On July 22, brace yourself for an electrifying showdown at UFC London. Bannon, the formidable Irish fighter with an unblemished 5-0 record, aims to make a resounding statement by taking on the indomitable Bruna Brasil in the strawweight division.
Meanwhile, in the women’s bantamweight category, Dixon, the English sensation, and Calvalcanti, the LFA champion, are both hungry for success and ready to leave a trail of destruction on their path to the 135-pound title. Get ready for an unforgettable night of thrilling fights as these rising stars unleash their fighting prowess in pursuit of their dreams.
The UFC landscape has seen shifts in the past week, as noted by the vigilant UFC Roster Watch. Sixteen individuals have bid adieu to the promotion’s website, but their departures carry a myriad of meanings.
Some have seen their contracts expire, while others embark on extended breaks before their return to the octagon. It’s a swirling vortex of possibilities where the ebb and flow of fighters’ destinies continue to shape the ever-evolving world of mixed martial arts.
Here is a list of the sixteen fighters recently listed, along with their promotional records:
- Mounir Lazzez (2-2)
- Makwan Amirkhani (7-7)
- Batgerel Danaa (3-4)
- Trevin Jones (1-4, one no-contest)
- Omar Morales (3-4)
- Ilir Latifi (9-7)
- Orio Cosce (1-2)
- Nick Fiore (0-2)
- Maxim Grishin (2-3)
- Journey Newson (1-4, one no-contest)
- Aaron Phillips (0-4)
- Takashi Sato (2-5)
- Don Shainis (0-2)
- Bea Malecki (2-1)