Quick Info
| Profession | Mixed martial artist |
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| Nationality | Brazilian |
| Date of Birth | 30/05/1988 |
| Age | 38 years |
| Birthplace | Pojuca, Bahia, Brazil |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini |
Latest News about Amanda Nunes
10/11/2026
Nunes is set to return to the Octagon at UFC 334 on 14/11/2026 at Madison Square Garden, facing champion Kayla Harrison for the UFC women's bantamweight title. The bout was delayed from an earlier planned date after Harrison underwent neck surgery, and Nunes has said she intends to defend the belt if she wins.
12/04/2025
Amanda Nunes was named to the modern wing of the UFC Hall of Fame during the broadcast of UFC 314. UFC CEO Dana White called her the greatest female fighter of all time, and she was formally inducted at a ceremony on 26/06/2025 in Las Vegas.
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Bio/Wiki
| Overview | Brazilian mixed martial artist known as The Lioness, who competed in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). She is the first woman to become a two-division UFC champion, having held the women's bantamweight and featherweight titles. She retired in June 2023 and announced a return to face Kayla Harrison for the UFC bantamweight title at UFC 334 on 14/11/2026. |
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| Ring Name | Amanda The Lioness Nunes |
| Fighting Style | Striker with Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu background |
| Noted Achievements | Widely regarded as one of the greatest women's mixed martial artists of all time; inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame in 2025 |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5 ft 8 in (173 cm) |
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| Reach | 69 in |
| Weight Class | 135 lbs (bantamweight) |
| Stance | Orthodox |
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Family
| Mother | Ivete Nunes |
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| Father | Sindoval Nunes |
| Spouse | Nina Nunes |
| Children | Raegan Ann Nunes |
Career
| Professional Debut | 2008, Prime MMA Championship 2 |
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| UFC Debut | UFC 163 against Sheila Gaff, won by first-round TKO |
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| Retirement | Retired in June 2023 as a simultaneous two-division champion and later returned to competition |
| UFC Hall of Fame | Inducted in 2025 (ceremony held 26 June 2025, Las Vegas) |
| Upcoming Fight | Kayla Harrison, UFC 334: Gane vs. Hokit, Madison Square Garden, New York, 14/11/2026 (women's bantamweight title) |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Amanda Nunes is the first openly lesbian UFC champion. | |
| 2. She began training in mixed martial arts in 2007. | |
| 3. She is the only UFC fighter to defend titles in two weight classes while holding both championships simultaneously. |
