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Rose Namajunas

Rose Gertrude Namajunas is an American professional mixed martial artist who competes in the UFC women's flyweight division.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Rose Gertrude Namajunas is an American professional mixed martial artist who competes in the UFC women's flyweight division. She is a former two-time UFC Women's Strawweight Champion, having won the title in two separate reigns. Known for her nickname "Thug," Namajunas has been a prominent figure in the sport since her debut on The Ultimate Fighter in 2014.

Early life and background

Rose Namajunas was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, in 1992. Public biographies identify her as American, with Lithuanian ancestry mentioned in some sources.

Mixed martial arts career

Namajunas built her UFC career after appearing on The Ultimate Fighter in 2014, eventually becoming one of the promotion's most successful strawweights. She won the UFC strawweight title twice and later moved up to compete in the women's flyweight division.

Fighting style

Namajunas is widely described as an orthodox fighter with a mixed style that blends striking and grappling. Source profiles list Brazilian jiu-jitsu among her core disciplines.

Record and notable results

UFC statistics list her professional record as 15 wins, 8 losses, and 0 draws. Her career has included wins over top opponents such as Joanna Jędrzejczyk as well as losses that changed title status in the strawweight division.

Key facts

  • Born in 1992, Namajunas is 34 years old as of July 2026.
  • She has competed in the UFC since 2013 and later moved to the women's flyweight division.
  • Namajunas is a former two-time UFC strawweight champion.
  • Her professional MMA record is listed as 15-8-0 in UFC statistics.
  • She is generally listed as fighting from an orthodox stance, with a style combining Brazilian jiu-jitsu and striking.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Rose Namajunas?
Rose Namajunas is an American professional mixed martial artist and former two-time UFC Women's Strawweight Champion.
How old is Rose Namajunas?
She was born on June 29, 1992, which makes her 34 years old.
What is Rose Namajunas's record?
UFC statistics list her professional MMA record as 15 wins, 8 losses, and 0 draws.
Who did Rose Namajunas lose to?
She has lost to several opponents during her career, including Carla Esparza, Jessica Andrade, Zhang Weili, and Manon Fiorot.
Is Rose Namajunas a UFC champion?
Yes. She is a former two-time UFC Women's Strawweight Champion.
What is Rose Namajunas's fighting style?
Her style is usually described as a mixed martial arts approach with orthodox stance, striking, and Brazilian jiu-jitsu.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rose_Namajunas
    Supports: Birth date, nationality, UFC division, and status as a former two-time UFC strawweight champion.
  2. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/mma/fighter/_/id/3032973/rose-namajunas
    Supports: Birth date, stance, fighting style listing, height/weight, and MMA profile details.
  3. UFC Stats — http://ufcstats.com/fighter-details/47b63240018d5d86
    Supports: Professional record and stance.
  4. UFC — https://www.ufc.com/athlete/rose-namajunas
    Supports: Official UFC athlete page and confirmation that she has been a two-time strawweight champion.
  5. UFC — https://www.ufc.com/news/rose-namajunas-growing-biggest-stage
    Supports: Career context, title history, and transition to flyweight.