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Miesha Tate is a pioneering mixed martial artist and entrepreneur who has established herself as one of the most accomplished fighters in women's MMA history. Beginning her professional MMA career in 2007, Tate quickly rose through the ranks, capturing the FCF Women's Bantamweight Championship in 2009 and the Strikeforce Women's Bantamweight Championship in 2011, becoming the first grappler to submit Marloes Coenen. Her career reached its pinnacle on March 5, 2016, when she defeated Holly Holm via rear-naked choke submission to claim the UFC Women's Bantamweight Championship, earning her first Performance of the Night bonus.
Throughout her career, Tate has compiled an impressive record of 20 wins and 10 losses, demonstrating exceptional grappling prowess with 25 takedowns in UFC competition and establishing herself as a top-tier competitor in women's bantamweight division. Beyond her fighting career, Tate has become an advocate for mental health awareness among athletes and has transitioned into entrepreneurship, founding Miesha Tate Official to expand her influence and brand in the sports and wellness space.
Career Highlights
- Won the UFC Women's Bantamweight Championship on March 5, 2016, by submitting Holly Holm via rear-naked choke
- Captured the Strikeforce Women's Bantamweight Championship in 2011 and became the first grappler to submit Marloes Coenen
- Compiled a professional MMA record of 20 wins and 10 losses with exceptional grappling credentials including 25 UFC takedowns
- Earned the 2016 Comeback of the Year award from World MMA Awards and received multiple Performance of the Night bonuses


