Best fights of Raquel Pennington
Over 13 years as a professional, Raquel Pennington has compiled a 16-9 (5) record, including four title fights across two weight classes. Here are her best fights.
1. Raquel Pennington defeats Mayra Bueno Silva
On January 20, 2024 Raquel Pennington fought Mayra Bueno Silva for the vacant UFC Women's bantamweight title. Pennington was 35 years old with a record of 15-8, and Silva was 32 with a record of 10-2-1. Pennington was on a 5-fight winning streak. Pennington won via unanimous decision. Won the vacant title.
2. Raquel Pennington defeats Pannie Kianzad
On September 18, 2021 Raquel Pennington faced Pannie Kianzad in a bantamweight bout. Pennington was 33 years old with a record of 11-8, and Kianzad was 29 with a record of 15-5. Pennington was coming off a win and Kianzad was on a 4-fight winning streak. Pennington won via unanimous decision.
3. Raquel Pennington defeats Miesha Tate
On November 12, 2016 Raquel Pennington faced Miesha Tate in a bantamweight bout. Pennington was 28 years old with a record of 8-5, and Tate was 30 with a record of 18-6. Pennington was on a 3-fight winning streak, while Tate was coming off a loss. Pennington won via unanimous decision.