Amanda nunes won Miesha Tate for the belt at UFC 200. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/ufc
On the memorable night of UFC 200, on July 9, 2016, the story of MMA feminine has been rewritten forever. In dominant action, Amanda nunes knocked out the then champion Miesha Tate and won the bantamweight belt (up to 61,2 kg.), becoming the first woman in the country to hold the title in the main organization on the planet.
The Bahian didn't give the North American a chance. In the first round, after a series of devastating blows, Miesha fell stunned, opening the way for Amanda's submission. With an impeccable choke, the 'Lione' silenced the crowd and immortalized her name in the annals of the sport.
See too
The epic victory of Amanda nunes it marked the beginning of an era of unprecedented dominance in women's MMA. In the years that followed, the Brazilian collected impressive achievements, defending the bantamweight belt with mastery and establishing herself as one of the most complete and relentless fighters in history.
#In this day 8️⃣ years ago, @Amanda_Leoa arrived at the top to stay!
Who remembers the first time the Brazilian won the bantamweight belt at UFC 200?
[Review this full fight on @UFCFightPassBR ] pic.twitter.com/P1ONZfZsVS
- UFC Brazil (@UFCBrasil) July 9, 2024
Amanda is an MMA legend
Boosted by the victory at UFC 200, Amanda nunes walked a path of glory. Six successful title defenses, brutal knockouts and memorable comebacks cemented his reputation as an unstoppable force.
Her hunger for challenges led her to explore new categories, and in 2018, the 'Lione' made history again by becoming the first woman to win two UFC belts simultaneously, in bantamweight and featherweight. With a record of 21 wins and five losses, he has established himself as an icon of women's MMA.
You need login To comment.