Pannie Kianzad’s has succeeded in her quest to become the first female fighter from Iran to compete in the UFC.
The former Invicta standout claimed the first spot in The Ultimate Fighter 28 featherweight finals with a unanimous decision win over Julija Stoliarenko on episode 10 of the season. Kianzad earned a 29-28 and a pair of 30-27 scores after an entertaining striking battle with Stoliarenko.
For her part, Stoliarenko was hoping to become the first Lithuanian fighter to make the walk to the Octagon, which may still be a possibility when the season finale card rolls around.