5 reasons why 'Cyborg' is an MMA GOAT

UFC 214 Cris Cyborg vs. Tonya Evinger
UFC 214 Cris Cyborg vs. Tonya Evinger

#4. 'Cyborg' helped accelerate women's presence in MMA

In November 2021, Cris 'Cyborg' joined MMA Zambia President Benjamin Bush in launching Africa’s first and only women’s MMA commission.

An inaugural symposium was held in Africa to broadcast Bush's efforts to promote mixed martial arts as a source for positive change in African youth. The Grand Slam Champion attended the event, which aided its success.

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Bush was thankful that the Bellator champion attended the event and credits her as the perfect representative for the women's commission. Gender-based violence is a major issue in Africa. The commission was designed to also help empower women and give them the tools to defend themselves. While in Africa, the featherweight champ taught a self-defense class to a group of women and the younger generation.

Due to her efforts, Africa now has its first and only women's MMA commission.

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