Cris Cyborg, born Cristiane Justino Venâncio on July 9, 1985, is a Brazilian-American professional mixed martial artist and boxer, renowned for her exceptional skills in the ring. Currently competing in the Professional Fighters League (PFL), she holds the title of the inaugural PFL Women's Featherweight World Champion, showcasing her dominance in the sport.
Throughout her illustrious career, Cyborg has made history as the longest reigning and last Women’s Featherweight World Champion in Bellator MMA. Her accolades extend beyond Bellator, as she is also a former champion in the UFC, Strikeforce, and Invicta FC, making her the only MMA fighter to achieve the remarkable feat of being a Quintuple Champion across five major promotions.
Cyborg first gained widespread recognition on August 15, 2009, when she captured the Strikeforce title by defeating Gina Carano via first-round technical knock-out (TKO) in a groundbreaking main event that marked a significant moment for women in mixed martial arts.
Widely regarded as one of the greatest female mixed martial artists of all time, Cris Cyborg continues to inspire aspiring fighters and fans alike with her relentless pursuit of excellence and her trailblazing contributions to the sport.