20 Best female MMA fighters in the world: most beautiful women fighters

20 Best female MMA fighters in the world: most beautiful women fighters

Sospeter Itolondo, Jackline Wangare
updated at April 12, 2023 at 8:07 PM

MMA is slowly gaining ground to become one of the most famous sports worldwide, attracting fans daily. Female MMA fighters are a show of strength, grit and beauty. Away from their ability to win fights, here are some of the 20 hottest female MMA fighters worldwide.

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The female MMA scene has seen some of the best fighters, such as Cat Zingano, Rachael Ostovich, Amanda Nunes and Valentina Shevchenrs. Most of these fighters show a great side of beauty in their athleticism. Who are the hottest UFC women fighters?

20 Best female MMA fighters in the world

The female MMA sport has been growing for a while now en route to becoming one of the best sports in the world, and despite the great performances of the talented athletes, their astonishing looks cannot be ignored. Here is a list of the hottest female MMA fighters listed by weight class and height:

20. Aleksandra Albu

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Alexandra Albu of Moldova poses on the scale during the UFC Fight Night weigh-in at the Mandarin Oriental on October 25, 2019, in Singapore, Singapore. Photo: Jeff Bottari
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  • Nickname: Stitch
  • Date of birth: 14 July 1990
  • Age: 32 years old (as of 2023)
  • Place of birth: Vulcănești, Moldova
  • Height: 1.6 m
  • Weight: 52 kg
  • Division: Strawweight
  • Record: 3 wins, 2 losses

Aleksandra Albu is a professional mixed martial artist from Moldova. She is currently signed with the UFC and competes in the women's strawweight division. She has had an impressive career, winning the UFC 214. She is known for her aggressive striking style and her passion for the sport.

19. Rachael Ostovich

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Rachael Ostovich gets her hands wrapped backstage during the UFC Fight Night at UFC APEX on November 28, 2020, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Photo: Chris Unger
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  • Date of birth: 25 February 1991
  • Age: 31 years old (as of 2023)
  • Place of birth: Hawaii, United States
  • Height: 1.6 m
  • Weight: 57 kg
  • Division: Flyweight
  • Record: 4 wins, 6 losses

Rachael Ostovich competes in the flyweight weight class recording four wins and six losses. She is considered one of the best female fighters in 2022, attracting huge crowds to see her.

18. Bruna Ellen

  • Date of birth: 26 June 1996
  • Age: 26 years old (as of 2023)
  • Height: 1.62 m
  • Weight: 56 kg
  • Division: Flyweight
  • Record: 6 wins, 4 losses

Bruna Ellen's first match was in the 2013 Sanda Tournaments. She is best known as a professional mixed martial artist who competes in the flyweight division for Bellator MMA and is a member of the Brazilian group Nogueira Campinas.

17. Veronica Macedo

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Veronica Macedo of Venezuela poses for a portrait backstage after her victory during the UFC Fight Night event at Antel Arena in Montevideo, Uruguay. Photo: Mike Roach
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  • Date of birth: 30 October 1995
  • Age: 27 years old (as of 2023)
  • Place of birth: Caracas, Venezuela
  • Height: 1.63 m
  • Weight: 57 kg
  • Division: Flyweight
  • Record: 6 wins, 4 losses, and 1 draw

Veronica Macedo is a professional mixed martial artist from Venezuela. She competes in the UFC women's flyweight division and is currently ranked #15 worldwide. She is known for her dynamic striking and aggressive ground game. She holds a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and has been training in martial arts since she was a child.

16. Paige Vanzant

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Paige VanZant reacts after her submission loss to Amanda Ribas in their flyweight fight during the UFC 251 event at Flash Forum in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Photo: Jeff Bottari
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  • Nickname: 12 Gauge
  • Date of birth: 26 March 1994
  • Age: 28 years old (as of 2023)
  • Place of birth: Dundee, Oregon, United States
  • Height: 1.62 m
  • Weight: 57 kg
  • Division: Flyweight
  • Record: 8 wins, 5 losses

Paige Vanzant doubles up as a boxer, an author and a model. She enjoys being a fighter even though her modelling career is blossoming. She has been part of the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship since August 2020.

15. Randa Markos

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Randa Markos of Canada interacts with the media during the UFC 239 Ultimate Media Day at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. Photo: Chris Unger
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  • Nickname: Quiet Storm
  • Date of birth: 10 August 1985
  • Age: 37 years old (as of 2023)
  • Place of birth: Baghdad, Iraq
  • Height: 1.63 m
  • Weight: 52 kg
  • Division: Strawweight
  • Record: 11 wins, 12 losses

Randa Markos made her debut as a pro-MMA on November 2012 against Allanna Jones. She is known for competing in the Ultimate Fighting Championship strawweight division. Randa was a technician before becoming a mixed martial arts fighter.

14. Rose Namajunas

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Rose Namajunas attends the world premiere of Thug Rose: Mixed Martial Artist during the 2022 Austin Film Festival at State Theatre on October 30, 2022, in Austin, Texas. Photo: Rick Kern
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  • Nickname: Thug
  • Date of birth: 29 June 1992
  • Age: 30 years old (as of 2023)
  • Place of birth: Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States
  • Height: 1.65 m
  • Weight: 52 kg
  • Division: Strawweight
  • Record: 11 wins, 5 losses

The 30-year-old has some of the best stats in the UFC, having won 11 matches and lost only 5. In addition, she is the current strawweight champion, having won it two times before. Rose Namajunas has killed it in both short and long hair, which is quite spectacular.

13. Amanda Ribas

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Amanda Ribas is on stage during a Q&A session before the UFC 283 weigh-in at Jeunesse Arena on January 20, 2023, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Photo: Buda Mendes
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  • Date of birth: 26 August 1993
  • Age: 29 years old (as of 2023)
  • Place of birth: Brazil
  • Height: 1.63 m
  • Weight: 52 kg
  • Division: Strawweight and Flyweight
  • Record: 11 wins, 3 losses

Amanda Ribas is a professional MMA fighter from Brazil. She competes in the Ultimate Fighting Championship's Strawweight division (UFC). She has only had three losses in her career.

12. Julianna Pena

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Julianna Pena of the United States smiles at the fan's UFC Fight Night Q&A at the Marina Bay Sands on June 16, 2017, in Singapore. Photo: Brandon Magnus
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  • Nickname: The Venezuelan Vixen
  • Date of birth: 19 August 1989
  • Age: 33 years old (as of 2023)
  • Place of birth: Spokane, Washington, United States
  • Height: 1.7 m
  • Weight: 61 kg
  • Division: Bantamweight
  • Record: 12 wins, 5 losses

Julianna Pena is the first woman to win The Ultimate Fighter. In 2012 she won four consecutive fights but suffered her first defeat in April 2012 to Sarah Moras. In 2018 she was an announcer for Combate America's English language broadcast on DAZN.

11. Mackenzie Dern

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Mixed martial artist Mackenzie Dern attends the ninth annual Fighters Only World Mixed Martial Arts Awards at The Palazzo Las Vegas in Las Vegas, Nevada. Photo: Gabe Ginsberg
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  • Date of birth: 24 March 1993
  • Age: 29 years old (as of 2023)
  • Place of birth: Phoenix, Arizona, United States
  • Height: 1.63 m
  • Weight: 52 kg
  • Division: Strawweight
  • Record: 12 wins, 3 losses

Mackenzie Dern is prolific in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and is regarded as one of the best women in the craft. She started her career at three years old, earning her black belt at 19. The 29-year-old is considered one of the most beautiful MMA fighters.

10. Ronda Rousey

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Ronda Rousey attends the premiere of STX Films' 'Mile 22" at Westwood Village Theatre in Westwood, California. Photo: Jean Baptiste Lacroix
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  • Nickname: Rowdy
  • Date of birth: 1 February 1987
  • Age: 36 years old (as of 2023)
  • Place of birth: Riverside, California, United States
  • Height: 1.7 m
  • Weight: 61 kg
  • Record: 12 wins, 2 losses
  • Career end: 2018

Ronda Rousey was the first American female to earn an Olympic medal in judo by winning bronze at the 2008 Summer Olympics. She began her MMA career in 2011 with King of the cage. Ronda held the record for most UFC title defences by a female until Valentina Shevchenko surpassed her.

9. Andrea Lee

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Andrea Lee poses for the media during the UFC 242 Ultimate Media Day at the Yas Hotel in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Photo: Jeff Bottari
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  • Nickname: KGB
  • Date of birth: 11 February 1989
  • Age: 33 years old (as of 2023)
  • Place of birth: Atlanta, Texas, United States
  • Height: 1.7 m
  • Weight: 57 kg
  • Division: Flyweight
  • Record: 13 wins, 6 losses

Nicknamed the KGB, Andrea Lee gained interest in the sport while working as a restaurant waitress. Her blonde hair and hypnotizing smile make her even more appealing. She is currently signed with UFC.

8. Ariane Lipski

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Ariane Lipski poses for a portrait during a UFC photo session on August 3, 2022, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Photo: Mike Roach
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  • Nickname: Queen of Violence
  • Date of birth: 26 January 1994
  • Age: 29 years old (as of 2023)
  • Place of birth: Curitiba, State of Paraná, Brazil
  • Height: 1.68 m
  • Weight: 57 kg
  • Division: Flyweight
  • Record: 14 wins, 8 losses

Ariane Lipski is a Brazilian and fights in the flyweight division. She has a good record of 14 wins and eight losses. She has a natural face which is symmetrical and a fantastic smile. She currently competes in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) flyweight division.

7. Holly Holm

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UFC bantamweight champion Holly Holm arrives at the eighth annual Fighters Only World Mixed Martial Arts Awards at The Palazzo Las Vegas in Las Vegas, Nevada. Photo: David Becker
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  • Nickname: The Preacher's Daughter
  • Date of birth: 17 October 1981
  • Age: 41 years old (as of 2023)
  • Place of birth: Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States
  • Height: 1.73 m
  • Weight: 61 kg
  • Division: Bantamweight and Light Middleweight
  • Record: 14 wins, 6 losses

The celebrated athlete has been a champion in The UFC Women's Bantamweight. She has kickboxing and boxing skills, which have been helpful in her MMA career. She has been the world champion multiple times in boxing, having defended her title 19 times.

6. Angela Hill

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The Ultimate Fighter season 20 cast member Angela Hill arrives at the UFC's The Ultimate Fighter 20 event inside the Shrine at Foxwoods Resort in Mashantucket, Connecticut. Photo: Jeff Bottari
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  • Nickname: Overkill
  • Date of birth: 12 January 1985
  • Age: 38 years old (as of 2023)
  • Place of birth: Prince George's County, Maryland, United States
  • Height: 1.6 m
  • Weight: 52 kg
  • Division: Strawweight
  • Record: 15 wins, 12 losses

Angela Hill has been the Strawweight champion in the Invicta Fighting Championships and the World Kickboxing Association. She has a peculiar curly hairstyle that doubles up with her slender body to earn her a spot on the list of the hottest MMA women fighters. In addition, her cosplays are something fans look forward to.

5. Michelle Waterson

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Michelle Waterson poses for a portrait during a UFC photo session on July 13, 2022, in Uniondale, New York. Photo: Mike Roach
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  • Nickname: The Karate Hottie
  • Date of birth: 6 January 1986
  • Age: 37 years old (as of 2023)
  • Place of birth: Aurora, Colorado, United States
  • Height: 1.6 m
  • Weight: 52 kg
  • Division: Flyweight
  • Record: 18 wins, 10 losses

The flyweight champion is one of the most beautiful MMA female fighters ever to grace the stage. She is a former Invicta FC Atomweight champion. The talented athlete has also dealt a hand in modelling, which was her first love before discovering martial arts at the tender age of 10.

4. Claudia Gadelha

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Claudia Gadelha poses for a photo during the UFC Fan Experience at The Park & Toshiba Plaza on September 24, 2021, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Photo: Chris Unger
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  • Nickname: Claudinha
  • Date of birth: 7 December 1988
  • Age: 34 years old (as of 2023)
  • Place of birth: Mossoró, State of Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil
  • Height: 1.63 m
  • Weight: 52 kg
  • Division: Strawweight
  • Record: 18 wins, 5 losses

The Brazilian has been one of the best female MMA fighters since 2008. She has made a name for herself, coming along with her jaw-breaking looks. She started her career secretly as her parents did not like the idea of their little girl participating in a violent sport.

3. Miesha Tate

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Mixed martial artist Miesha Tate attends the ninth annual Fighters Only World Mixed Martial Arts Awards at The Palazzo Las Vegas in Las Vegas, Nevada. Photo: David Becker
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  • Nickname: Cupcake
  • Date of birth: 18 August 1986
  • Age: 36 years old (as of 2023)
  • Place of birth: Tacoma, Washington, United States
  • Height: 1.68 m
  • Weight: 61 kg
  • Division: Bantamweight Flyweight
  • Record: 19 wins, 9 losses

Cupcake is a cute and innocent nickname, yet she is one of the most lethal UFC fighters ever. The 36-year-old has great physic with an excellent sports record, giving her the nickname takedown.

2. Valentina Shevchenko

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Valentina Shevchenko attends the 2021 AFI Fest Official Screening of Netflix's "Bruised" at TCL Chinese Theatre on November 13, 2021, in Hollywood, California. Photo: Presley Ann
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  • Nickname: Bullet
  • Date of birth: 7 March 1988
  • Age: 34 years old (as of 2023)
  • Place of birth: Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
  • Height: 1.65 m
  • Weight: 57 kg
  • Division: Bantamweight, Flyweight and Lightweight
  • Record: 23 wins, 3 losses

Nicknamed Bullet, the fighter is one of the best in the game, with an impressive record. Just like her nickname, she destroys her opponents in her peculiar style. She is a Kyrgyzstani-Peruvian fighter with beautiful blonde hair and a hypnotizing smile. She is slated to be one of the best MMA fighters.

1. Cris Cyborg

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Cris Cyborg, Bellator Featherweight World Champion, stands outside after a workout at the Cyborg Private Facility on September 6, 2022, in Huntington Beach, California. Photo: Jayne Kamin-Oncea
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  • Nickname: Cyborg
  • Date of birth: 9 July 1985
  • Age: 37 years old (as of 2023)
  • Place of birth: Curitiba, State of Paraná, Brazil
  • Height: 1.73 m
  • Weight: 66 kg
  • Division: Featherweight and Light middleweight
  • Record: 26 wins, 2 losses

Cris Cyborg began her MMA career on May 2005 with her first loss to Erica Paes through knee-bar submission. She got her first win against Vanessa Porto at Storm Samurai 9 on November 2005. She was recognized for winning the Strikeforce title on August 2009 by defeating Gina Carona by first-round technical knock-out.

Who is the best MMA female fighter?

Below is a table of the best MMA fighters ranked according to their win records.

Name

Wins

Losses

Cris Cyborg

26

2

Valentina Shevchenko

23

3

Miesha Tate

19

9

Claudia Gadelha

18

5

Michelle Waterson

18

10

Angela Hill

15

12

Holly Holm

14

6

Ariane Lipski

14

8

Andrea Lee

13

6

Ronda Rousey

12

2

Mackenzie Dern

12

3

Julianna Pena

12

5

Amanda Ribas

11

3

Rose Namajunas

11

5

Randa Markos

11

2

Paige Vanzant

8

5

Veronica Macedo

6

4

Bruna Ellen

6

4

Rachael Ostovich

4

6

Aleksandra Albu

3

2

Who is the undefeated female MMA fighter?

Yazmin Jauregui is undefeated in all the matches she has taken part in. She is a professional mixed martial artist currently competing in the atomweight division. She is known for her technical striking and aggressive grappling style.

Who is the youngest female MMA fighter?

Cory McKenna is the youngest female MMA fighter. She is 23 years old as of 2023, as she was born on 11 July 1999. She debuted her successful career in November 2020 when she was 20. The young athlete has an impressive 8 wins, 2 losses record.

The hottest female MMA fighters list has some of the most attractive athletes performing well in the ring. Most of them leave fans admiring their incredible bodies and are not afraid to show off their awesome curves and well-defined bodies.

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