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Melissa Amaya

"Mamba"
8-1-0United StatesUnited StatesLast 5

Last fight: Loss vs Valesca Machado · TKO · Sep 26, 2026

LAST FIGHT
LOSSvs Valesca MachadoTKO · R2 3:19
UFCUFC Fight Night: Rosas Jr. vs Barcelos·September 26, 2026

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CAREER SUMMARY

Melissa Amaya holds a professional MMA record of 8-1-0. Amaya has won 8 fights: 3 by KO/TKO, 2 by submission, 3 by decision. Of 1 career loss, 1 came by KO/TKO and 0 by submission. Most recent fight: September 26, 2026. Tracked organizations: UFC.

Profile

Weight
115 lbs52 kg
Stance
Orthodox
DOB
Nov 27, 1994
Age
31
Nationality
United States
Birthplace
El Paso, United States

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Career history

  1. LOSS
    vs Valesca Machado
    UFC Fight Night: Rosas Jr. vs Barcelos· Sep 26, 2026· Women's Strawweight· 8-1 vs 16-4
    TKO
    R2 · 3:19
  2. WIN
    vs Megumi Sugimoto
    Combate Global· Jun 19, 2025· Strawweight· 8-0 vs 11-5-3
    TKO
    R1 · 3:51
  3. WIN
    vs Samantha Jean-Francois
    Combate Global· Jun 8, 2024· Strawweight· 7-0 vs 7-8
    TKO
    R2 · 3:44
  4. WIN
    vs Gillian Noll
    Combate Global· Apr 1, 2023· Flyweight· 6-0 vs 3-3
    MD
  5. WIN
    vs Alitzel Mariscal
    Combate Global· Oct 30, 2022· Flyweight· 5-0 vs 2-4
    SUB
    R3 · 3:12
  6. WIN
    vs Naomi Tataroglu
    Combate Global· Jul 1, 2022· Flyweight· 4-0 vs 3-4
    UD
  7. WIN
    vs Yessica Ortega
    Combate Global· Mar 24, 2022· Flyweight· 3-0 vs 1-2
    UD
  8. WIN
    vs Andrea Amaro
    Combate Global· Nov 12, 2021· Strawweight· 2-0 vs 1-2
    SUB
    R1 · 4:00
  9. WIN
    vs Gisselle Garcia Villanueva
    Combate Global· Oct 22, 2021· Bantamweight· 1-0 vs 0-1
    TKO
    R1 · 2:11

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

BaseMMA
  • 2026Finalist · TUF · Women's Strawweight
  • Started in Kickboxing

Camp

  • Sik-Jitsu Fighting Systems · Spokane, Washington, United States
  • Sikjitsu
  • Luttrell/Yee MMA & Fitness · Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States Former

Coaches

  • Rick Little · Head coach
  • Dylan Lemrey · S&C coach
  • Daniel Cormier · Cornerman

Training partners

  • Julianna Pena
  • Juliana Miller

Career stats

Pro MMARecord: 8-1-0 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed2.65per min
38% accuracy
Strikes absorbed6.01per min
52% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed0.00per 15 min
0% success
Submission attempts0.0per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 0-1-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed2.65per min
38% accuracy
Strikes absorbed6.01per min
52% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed0.00per 15 min
0% success
Submission attempts0.0per 15 min

UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1663▼38
Peak
1719Jun 19, 2025
Rated fights
9
15001600170020222023202420252026Oct 22, 2021 · 1548Nov 12, 2021 · 1589Mar 24, 2022 · 1614Jul 1, 2022 · 1641Oct 30, 2022 · 1667Apr 1, 2023 · 1686Jun 8, 2024 · 1697Jun 19, 2025 · 1719Sep 26, 2026 · 16631663

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Frequently asked questions

When does Melissa Amaya fight next?

Melissa Amaya has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Melissa Amaya's record?

Melissa Amaya's professional MMA record is 8-1-0.

Who is Melissa Amaya fighting next?

Melissa Amaya's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Melissa Amaya fight last?

Melissa Amaya most recently fought Valesca Machado at UFC Fight Night: Rosas Jr. vs Barcelos on Saturday, September 26, 2026, LOSS (TKO).

What weight class does Melissa Amaya fight in?

Melissa Amaya fights at Women's Strawweight.

How many knockouts does Melissa Amaya have?

Melissa Amaya has 3 wins by KO/TKO and 2 wins by submission.

How much does Melissa Amaya weigh?

Melissa Amaya weighs 115 lbs (52 kg).

How old is Melissa Amaya?

Melissa Amaya is 31 years old (born Nov 27, 1994).

Where is Melissa Amaya from?

Melissa Amaya is from the United States.

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