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Jéssica Andrade

Jéssica Andrade is a Brazilian mixed martial artist who competes in the UFC.

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

Jéssica Andrade is a Brazilian mixed martial artist who competes in the UFC. She is a former UFC women’s strawweight champion and has also fought in the flyweight and bantamweight divisions.

Early life and background

Jéssica Andrade was born in Umuarama, Paraná, Brazil, on September 25, 1991. Public fighter profiles identify her full name as Jéssica Fernanda da Costa Andrade.

Mixed martial arts career

Andrade has competed professionally since 2011 and joined the UFC in 2013. Sources describe her as a versatile finisher with wins by both knockout and submission.

Championships and division history

She became UFC women’s strawweight champion in 2019. She has also competed in the flyweight and bantamweight divisions, making her one of the most prominent Brazilian women in UFC history.

Fighting style and profile

Andrade is listed as an orthodox fighter and is known for aggressive striking and strong finishing ability. UFC profile information also identifies her as a black belt in jiu-jitsu and a light blue rank in Muay Thai.

Key facts

  • Andrade is a Brazilian MMA fighter signed to the UFC.
  • She won the UFC women’s strawweight title in 2019.
  • She has competed in multiple UFC weight classes, including strawweight, flyweight, and bantamweight.
  • Her nickname, Bate Estaca, is widely used in MMA coverage.
  • UFC and ESPN list her as an orthodox stance fighter.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Jéssica Andrade?
She is a Brazilian mixed martial artist who competes in the UFC and is a former women’s strawweight champion.
What is Jéssica Andrade’s nickname?
Her nickname is Bate Estaca.
Which weight classes has she fought in?
She has fought in strawweight, flyweight, and bantamweight.
When was Jéssica Andrade born?
She was born on September 25, 1991.
What is she best known for?
She is best known for winning the UFC women’s strawweight title and for competing successfully across multiple UFC divisions.

References

  1. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/mma/fighter/_/id/3024395/jessica-andrade
    Supports: Birth date, nationality, height/weight, stance, nickname, and fighter profile details.
  2. UFC — https://www.ufc.com/athlete/jessica-andrade
    Supports: Professional record context, title history, division history, and fighting background.
  3. Topps Ripped — https://ripped.topps.com/profile/ufc/jessica-andrade/
    Supports: Physical profile, stance, birth date, and statistical fighter summary.
  4. Tapology — https://www.tapology.com/fightcenter/fighters/34388-jessica-andrade-bate-estaca
    Supports: Full name, nickname, birthplace, and career record summary.