History of Amanda Lemos in Timeline

Amanda Lemos is a Brazilian mixed martial artist competing in the UFC's women's Strawweight division. As of July 23, 2024, she holds the #5 ranking in the division. She is known for her striking power and aggressive fighting style.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

May 22, 1987: Amanda Lemos Born

On May 22, 1987, Amanda Oliveira de Lemos was born. She is a Brazilian mixed martial artist.

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January 23, 2016: Jungle Fight Women's Bantamweight Championship

On January 23, 2016, Amanda Lemos fought Mayra Cantuária for the Jungle Fight Women's Bantamweight Championship at Jungle Fight 85. The fight ended in a majority draw.

June 25, 2016: Jungle Fight Women's Bantamweight Championship Rematch

On June 25, 2016, Amanda Lemos won the Jungle Fight Women's Bantamweight Championship against Mayra Cantuária at Jungle Fight 88 via third-round knockout.

January 28, 2017: Withdrawal from Legend MMA 1

On January 28, 2017, Amanda Lemos withdrew from her scheduled bout against Arlene Blencowe at Legend MMA 1.

July 16, 2017: UFC Debut

On July 16, 2017, Amanda Lemos made her UFC debut against Leslie Smith at UFC Fight Night: Nelson vs. Ponzinibbio, losing via second-round knockout.

November 8, 2017: Failed USADA drug test

On November 8, 2017, Amanda Lemos' sample was taken, which later resulted in a failed drug test.

March 28, 2018: USADA Suspension

On March 28, 2018, it was announced that USADA had suspended Amanda Lemos for two years after she tested positive for stanozolol and its metabolite.

December 21, 2019: Return from Suspension

On December 21, 2019, Amanda Lemos returned from her suspension and faced Miranda Granger at UFC Fight Night 165, winning via technical submission.

August 22, 2020: Victory Against Mizuki Inoue

On August 22, 2020, Amanda Lemos defeated Mizuki Inoue at UFC on ESPN: Munhoz vs. Edgar via unanimous decision.

March 6, 2021: Victory Against Lívia Renata Souza

On March 6, 2021, Amanda Lemos defeated Lívia Renata Souza at UFC 259 via technical knockout in round one.

July 17, 2021: Victory Against Montserrat Ruiz

On July 17, 2021, Amanda Lemos defeated Montserrat Ruiz at UFC on ESPN 26 via technical knockout in round one.

December 18, 2021: Victory Against Angela Hill

On December 18, 2021, Amanda Lemos defeated Angela Hill at UFC Fight Night: Lewis vs. Daukaus via split decision, earning a Fight of the Night bonus award.

April 23, 2022: Loss Against Jéssica Andrade

On April 23, 2022, Amanda Lemos lost to Jéssica Andrade at UFC Fight Night 205 via a standing arm-triangle choke in round one.

July 16, 2022: Victory Against Michelle Waterson

On July 16, 2022, Amanda Lemos defeated Michelle Waterson at UFC on ABC 3 via guillotine choke submission in the second round, earning a Performance of the Night bonus award.