UNCASVILLE, Conn. – May 17, 2006: That’s the date on which Cris Cyborg made her professional MMA debut. This past Monday marked the 16th anniversary of that fight. Twenty-four professional fights later, Cyborg (23-2 MMA, 2-0 BMMA) continues to roll. As she enters his Bellator 259 main event against Leslie Smith, which takes place Friday at Mohegan Sun Arena, Cyborg is well aware of the date and its meaning.
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Entering 16th year as pro, Cris Cyborg explains why she doesn’t plan on slowing down – MMA Junkie