Fighting out of the red corner, Cris Cyborg attempts to extend her dominance to another level, defending the UFC featherweight belt for the third time. Looking at her overall record since leaving Brazil to compete in the United States a decade ago, Cyborg will be entering her 12th title bout in 15 appearances, including title wins in Strikeforce and Invicta FC.
Yet, the stakes are even higher for Amanda Nunes.
“The Lioness” has stopped some of the best fighters in bantamweight history. Ronda Rousey, once seen as a “once in a lifetime” type of athlete during her UFC career, only lasted 48 seconds.