Dutch mix martial artist Germaine de Randamie defeated former UFC women’s bantamweight champion Holly Holm Feb. 12 for the inaugural UFC women’s featherweight championship.
Here are five things you need to know about the new UFC champ:
1. Her Decision Victory Over Holly Holm Was Controversial
Germaine de Randamie’s win against Holly Holm is easily one of the most controversial in the UFC’s 23-year history. Officiating in the bout was poor, as de Randamie landed shots after the bell in two consecutive rounds. Referee Todd Anderson, inexperienced in major main events, failed to separate the fighters quickly enough after rounds, and failed to dock a point for infractions committed by de Randamie.