The Fiery Women of MMA, In And Out Of The Cage

Controversy Over Man Vs. Woman

On Dec. 20 back 2013, history was about to be made. Juliana Velasquez was set to take on Emerson Falcao as the first ever match between man and woman. The promoter of the fight said “everything will be done within the law and safely” but how safe can it be?

“Andre Pederneiras came up with the idea,” Velasquez said. “He asked Team Nogueira for a female fighter and my team believes I’m ready, so I accepted the challenge. My expectations are the best. I’m well trained to get there and win.” The fight never came to fruition.