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Amanda Lemos

Amanda Lemos is a Brazilian mixed martial artist who competes in the UFC’s women’s strawweight division.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated September 11, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Amanda Lemos is a Brazilian mixed martial artist who competes in the UFC’s women’s strawweight division. She is known for her striking and finishing ability, and has also competed earlier in her career at bantamweight.

Early life and background

Amanda Lemos was born in Belém, Pará, Brazil. Her full name is Amanda Oliveira de Lemos and she is nicknamed Amandinha.

Mixed martial arts career

Lemos began her professional MMA career in Brazil in 2014, fighting mainly in Jungle Fight before moving to the UFC. She made her UFC debut in 2017.

Fighting style and statistics

Lemos is widely described as a striker with notable knockout power. Her UFC profile credits her with eight knockout wins, three submission wins, and eight first-round finishes. Her recorded stance is southpaw, and she is listed at 5'4" with a 65-inch reach.

Titles and notable results

She won the Jungle Fight women’s bantamweight championship. Her professional MMA record is 15 wins, 6 losses, and 1 draw.

Key facts

  • Amanda Lemos is a Brazilian mixed martial artist in the UFC women's strawweight division.
  • She is known for her striking and knockout power.
  • She won the Jungle Fight women's bantamweight championship.
  • Her professional record is 15-6-1.
  • She has eight knockout wins and three submission wins.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Amanda Lemos?
She is a Brazilian professional mixed martial artist who fights in the UFC’s women’s strawweight division.
What is Amanda Lemos’s real name?
Her full name is Amanda Oliveira de Lemos.
When was Amanda Lemos born?
She was born on May 22, 1987.
What is Amanda Lemos’s fighting style?
She is primarily known as a striker, with a strong boxing base and multiple knockout wins.
Has Amanda Lemos held a championship?
Yes. She won the Jungle Fight women’s bantamweight title.
What is Amanda Lemos’s MMA record?
The most recent record in the provided sources is 15 wins, 6 losses, and 1 draw.

References

  1. UFC — https://www.ufc.com/athlete/amanda-lemos
    Supports: Professional status, UFC affiliation, striking statistics, and pro since 2014.
  2. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/mma/fighter/_/id/4233196/amanda-lemos
    Supports: Nationality, division, height, weight, stance, reach, date of birth, and team.
  3. Sherdog — https://www.sherdog.com/fighter/Amanda-Lemos-173973
    Supports: Age, height, and weight listing.
  4. Tapology — https://www.tapology.com/fightcenter/fighters/87845-amanda-lemos-amandinha
    Supports: Full name, nickname, division, record, reach, height, team, birthplace, and fighting out of location.
  5. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amanda_Lemos
    Supports: Career start in Brazil, Jungle Fight background, and record breakdown.
  6. Wikipedia (Spanish) — https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amanda_Lemos
    Supports: Jungle Fight title win, UFC debut, and career background.