Issue 158
September 2017
Holly Holm: Boxing
Ronda Rousey: MMA
Without a doubt, mixed martial arts’ most successful boxing import. Before she diversified her athletic career, Holly Holm had already reached the top in the ring with titles in three weight classes and recognition as the top pound-for-pound athlete in the women’s game.
But she was always far more than just a pure boxer. A background in kickboxing and a home base in Albuquerque, New Mexico with Jackson-Wink MMA set her up for success after she called it a day in the ring.
Ten fights into her career, she caused one of the greatest upsets ever by beating undefeated Ronda Rousey with a famous KO in an Australian stadium.
‘The Preacher’s Daughter’ earned a record four World MMA Awards prizes for her accomplishment.
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