History of Joselyne Edwards in Timeline

Joselyne Edwards is a Panamanian mixed martial artist recognized for competing in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC)'s women's Bantamweight division. She has gained prominence in the sport, currently holding the #14 spot in the UFC women's bantamweight rankings as of April 29, 2025. Her career highlights her achievements within the competitive landscape of professional mixed martial arts.

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September 29, 1995: Joselyne Edwards Born

On September 29, 1995, Joselyne Celina Edwards Loboriel was born. She is a Panamanian mixed martial artist.

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May 18, 2018: Defeated Jessica Middleton

On May 18, 2018, Joselyne Edwards defeated former Bellator fighter Jessica Middleton via TKO at The Fight Series after moving to the United States to train.

September 1, 2018: Won KOTC Bantamweight Championship

On September 1, 2018, Joselyne Edwards defeated Brenda Gonzales at KOTC: Aggressive Lifestyle via armbar, winning the KOTC Bantamweight Championship.

January 16, 2021: UFC debut: Won against Wu Yanan

On January 16, 2021, Joselyne Edwards replaced Bethe Correia and faced Wu Yanan at UFC on ABC: Holloway vs. Kattar, winning the bout via unanimous decision.

February 6, 2021: Loss to Karol Rosa

On February 6, 2021, Joselyne Edwards replaced Nicco Montaño and faced Karol Rosa at UFC Fight Night: Overeem vs. Volkov, losing the fight via unanimous decision.

August 28, 2021: Fight Cancellation

The contest for August 28, 2021, where Joselyne Edwards was scheduled to face Zarah Fairn Dos Santos at UFC on ESPN: Barboza vs. Chikadze, was cancelled in late July as Edwards was removed from the event in favor of another bout.

October 23, 2021: Loss to Jessica-Rose Clark

On October 23, 2021, Joselyne Edwards faced Jessica-Rose Clark at UFC Fight Night: Costa vs. Vettori. She lost the fight via unanimous decision.

June 11, 2022: Won against Ramona Pascual

On June 11, 2022, Joselyne Edwards faced Ramona Pascual at UFC 275. She won the fight via unanimous decision, although 11 out of 16 media outlets scored the bout as a win for Pascual.

July 9, 2022: Won Against Ji Yeon Kim

On July 9, 2022, Joselyne Edwards replaced Mariya Agapova to face Ji Yeon Kim at UFC 277, winning via split decision. She missed weight at 137.5 pounds and was fined 20% of her purse.

April 15, 2023: Won Against Lucie Pudilová

On April 15, 2023, Joselyne Edwards faced Lucie Pudilová at UFC on ESPN 44, winning via controversial split decision. She missed weight at 136.5 pounds and was fined 20% of her purse. Commentators and media outlets favored Pudilová.

September 2, 2023: Loss to Nora Cornolle

On September 2, 2023, Joselyne Edwards faced Nora Cornolle at UFC Fight Night 226 and lost the fight via unanimous decision.

June 1, 2024: Loss to Ailín Pérez

On June 1, 2024, Joselyne Edwards faced Ailín Pérez at UFC 302 and lost the fight by unanimous decision.

October 19, 2024: Victory Over Tamires Vidal

On October 19, 2024, Joselyne Edwards faced Tamires Vidal at UFC Fight Night 245. She missed weight, weighing in at 139 pounds, and was fined 30 percent of her purse. Edwards won the fight via a rear-naked choke submission in the third round.

April 26, 2025: Victory over Chelsea Chandler

On April 26, 2025, Joselyne Edwards faced Chelsea Chandler at UFC on ESPN 66 and won the fight by technical knockout in the first round.

April 29, 2025: Ranked #14 in UFC

As of April 29, 2025, Joselyne Edwards is ranked #14 in the UFC women's bantamweight rankings.

August 9, 2025: Victory over Priscila Cachoeira

On August 9, 2025, Joselyne Edwards faced Priscila Cachoeira at UFC on ESPN 72, replacing Mayra Bueno Silva, and won the fight by knockout in the first round, earning a Performance of the Night award.