Viana’s entrance into MMA came when she was in her early twenties, looking for a way to defend herself and be confident. She started training in BJJ, and her commitment and natural talent soon shone through, leading her to a professional career in MMA.
Professional MMA Career
Viana made her professional debut in 2013, showing a really strong grappling background. Her early career in regional circuits in Brazil was a series of victories, most by submission, showcasing her skill in BJJ.
Viana made her UFC debut in 2018, facing off against Maia Stevenson at UFC Fight Night 125 and securing a first-round submission victory. This impressive performance signaled her arrival on the global MMA stage.
UFC Tenure and Notable Fights
In the UFC, Viana has seen it all from victories to setbacks. She has recorded remarkable wins, one of them against Jinh Yu Frey in November 2022, being one of the quickest finishes ever in the strawweight division. However, she has also encountered her setbacks in losing to the likes of Gillian Robertson and Iasmin Lucindo.
Personal Life and Hobbies
Besides fighting in the octagon, Viana loves cosplay and creating fan fiction, regularly visiting festivals where she shares her creativity with her audience. That is another side of the personality and appeals to an even wider audience.
In 2019, Viana went viral for stopping an attempted robbery in Rio de Janeiro. Using her knowledge in MMA, she subjugated the would-be thief until the police came-a clear representation that her self-defense skills were no joke.
Presence and YouTube Channel
Viana does engage her fans through numerous social media platforms. She has a YouTube Channel in which she talks about her training regime, what transpires in her life when she is off fighting, and interests she may enjoy outside the cage. She can be a bit personal with this medium.
Recent Development and Future Directions
Viana confronted Gillian Robertson at the beginning of January 2024 at UFC 297. She lost the fight through a technical knockout in the second round. She faced a scheduled fight against Cory McKenna in October 2024 but pulled out of the fight for unknown reasons. Currently, she has not been scheduled for the next fight.
Despite the setbacks in recent times, Viana is still an outspoken committed athlete who is always in training to perfect her skills. Resilient and ever-committed, she promises to remain a force to be reckoned with in the strawweight division.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is Polyana Viana’s fight record?
As of December 2024, Viana’s professional MMA record stands at 13 wins and 7 losses.
Has Polyana Viana ever competed at any other weight classes?
Viana has been competing in the strawweight division, which is 115 lbs, for most of her career.
In which martial arts disciplines does Polyana Viana specialize?
Viana comes from a great Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu background that can be shown in most of her submission victories.
Is Polyana Viana active on social media?
Yes, Viana is active on different social media platforms like Instagram and YouTube; she shares about her professional and personal life.
What does Polyana Viana like to do other than fighting?
Outside the octagon, Viana enjoys cosplaying and fan fiction and frequently attends events for these genres, showing off her works to her fans.
Has Polyana Viana ever had to defend herself in a real-life situation?
Yes, Viana has been in the news before-in 2019, she fought off would-be mugger in Rio de Janeiro.
When is the next fight of Polyana Viana?
There is currently no date penciled in for Viana’s next bout.
What is Polyana Viana’s nickname, and what does it mean?
She was surnamed “Dama de Ferro”; English-speaking peoples called her “Iron Lady.”.
Has Polyana Viana ever received a performance bonus in the UFC?
Yes, she does, as Viana has performance-of-the-night bonuses from the impressive finishes in her career.
Where is Polyana Viana training?
Viana is based in Brazil and trains while working her way up the skillset across different areas of the game in mixed martial arts.
