Denise Gomes dominates her opponent with intense pressure in second round, securing a brutal knockout at UFC Kansas City

In a display of dominance, Denise Gomes welcomed Bruna Brasil to UFC Kansas City by delivering a powerful right hand that left her dazed and confused. With her opponent reeling, Gomes seized the opportunity and continued to deliver punishing ground-and-pound until the referee had no choice but to intervene and announce the TKO victory for the seasoned fighter. Although this was her first octagon win, … Continue reading Denise Gomes dominates her opponent with intense pressure in second round, securing a brutal knockout at UFC Kansas City

Brasil aspired to emulate Marta in soccer, but found solace in MMA instead at UFC Kansas City

Bruna Brasil, a UFC Kansas City newcomer, recounts her journey from aspiring soccer player to professional MMA fighter. Growing up in Paranavai, Brasil had dreams of following in the footsteps of Brazilian soccer legend Marta, and found success as a teenager with Foz Cataratas, a prominent soccer club in Brazil. However, after being released from her contract and struggling to make ends meet, she decided … Continue reading Brasil aspired to emulate Marta in soccer, but found solace in MMA instead at UFC Kansas City