The hype of Ronda Rousey and company have finally gotten you interested in women’s MMA? Are you trying to expand your horizons outside of the UFC?
Women’s MMA burst in to the limelight in December of 2006 when Gina Carano debuted in Strikeforce on Showtime. Since that time, the women of the sport have seen interest go up and down despite a plethora of exciting fights.
2012 has been a banner year for women’s mixed martial arts. Rousey became the first star since Carano, and the Invicta FC, an all-women’s promotion, debuted. The future certainly seems bright for females looking to compete in MMA.
Here is a simple guide to women’s MMA for the casual fan.