History of Ailín Pérez in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: February 28, 2026

Ailín Luciana Pérez is an Argentinian professional mixed martial artist competing in the UFC's women's Bantamweight division. As of February 3, 2026, she holds the #7 ranking in the UFC women's bantamweight division. She is known for her skills and accomplishments in mixed martial arts.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

October 1994: Ailín Pérez's birth

Ailín Pérez was born in October 1994.

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2018: Professional MMA Debut

In 2018, Ailín Pérez turned professional in mixed martial arts (MMA).

August 2021: Wins Samurai Fight House title

In August 2021, Ailín Pérez defeated Alessandra Tainara with a head kick to win the women's bantamweight title of the Brazilian company Samurai Fight House.

November 2021: Loses Samurai Fight House title

In November 2021, Ailín Pérez lost the Samurai Fight House title against Tamires Vidal after applying an illegal knee.

September 3, 2022: UFC Debut and Loss

On September 3, 2022, Ailín Pérez debuted in the UFC against Stephanie Egger after Zarah Fairn Dos Santos withdrew. Pérez lost the fight by rear-naked choke submission in the second round.

July 15, 2023: Victory against Ashlee Evans-Smith

On July 15, 2023, Ailín Pérez faced Ashlee Evans-Smith at UFC Fight Night 224, winning the fight by unanimous decision.

November 18, 2023: Victory against Lucie Pudilová

On November 18, 2023, Ailín Pérez faced Lucie Pudilová at UFC Fight Night 232, winning the fight by unanimous decision.

June 1, 2024: Victory against Joselyne Edwards

On June 1, 2024, Ailín Pérez faced Joselyne Edwards at UFC 302, winning the fight by unanimous decision despite a prior altercation.

September 28, 2024: Victory Against Darya Zheleznyakova

On September 28, 2024, Ailín Pérez faced Darya Zheleznyakova at UFC Fight Night 243. She weighed in at 136.5 pounds, over the bantamweight limit. The bout proceeded at catchweight and Perez was fined 20 percent of her purse. She won the fight via an arm-triangle choke submission in the first round.