The first ever openly gay fighter to hold a UFC title, Amanda Nunes is a Brazilian Mixed Martial Artist born on May 30, 1988. She developed interest in fighting as a child and began training Karate at the age of just four and then also trained in other fighting styles like Boxing and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu during later years. Although she lost her debut MMA fight in 2008 but over the passage of time, Amanda has improved her career record through some outstanding performances. She first earned recognition by showcasing some dominant performances in Strikeforce and Invicta FC but her debut at the grandest stage of them all Ultimate Fighting Champion (UFC) came during 2013. Having a four fights win streak, Amanda Nunes was given a UFC Women’s Bantamweight Championship match against the reigning champion Miesha Tate. The two fighters faced each other in the octagon at UFC 200 where Amanda won the title by finishing the fight by rear-naked choke in the first round.
Amanda Nunes Personal Details:
- Complete Name: Amanda Lourenço Nunes
- Nicknames: The Lioness
- Date of Birth: May 30, 1988
- Birthplace: Salvador, Bahia, Brazil
- Occupation: Mixed Martial Artist
- Zodiac Sign: Gemini
- Eye Color: Black
- Hair Color: Black
Amanda Nunes Body Measurements Height Weight Bra Size Vital Stats
Amanda Nunes Family Details:
- Father Name: Sindoval Nunes
- Mother Name: Ivete Nunes
- Siblings Name: One Older Sister
- Partner Name: Nina Ansaroff
- Children Name: None
Amanda Nunes Career Highlights:
- MMA Debut: 2008
- UFC Debut: 2013
Amanda Nunes Body Measurements:
Checkout the Mixed Martial Artist Amanda Nunes body measurements complete information including her height, weight, reach, hip, bust, waist, shoe and bra cup size.
- Height: 5′ 8″ (172 cm)
- Weight: 61 kg (135 lb)
- Bra Size: 32B
- Cup Size: B
- Shoe Size: 8 (US)
- Reach: 69″
- Leg Reach: 41″
Amanda Nunes Interesting Facts:
- Amanda suffered a loss in her debut MMA fight.
- She is the first openly gay UFC Champion, man or woman.
- Amanda Nunes is in a relationship with another UFC fighter, Nina Ansaroff.
