María “Furiosa” Rodríguez: A Historic MMA Debut in Europe
María “Furiosa” Rodríguez made a stunning entrance onto the European MMA stage with a flawless professional debut in Geneva, Switzerland. The fighter from León became the first woman from her region to turn professional in Mixed Martial Arts, marking an unforgettable victory that announced her arrival among Europe’s elite. Her calm and calculated approach proved that precision often beats fury.
Calm, Technical, and Deadly
Despite her fierce nickname, María doesn’t fight with rage. Instead, she fights with mastery and control. Known for her technical intelligence, timing, and composure, she’s quickly becoming one of Spain’s brightest hopes in combat sports. Training under head coach Marcelo Amorim at León Fight Club, she continues to perfect her blend of boxing, jiu-jitsu, muay thai, and wrestling. Consequently, her fluid and strategic fighting style demands respect from every opponent.
Submission Victory in Seconds
During the WNC3 by Warriors Night Championship event in Geneva, Rodríguez faced the experienced fighter Jyoti Singh. The bout was short yet explosive. In the opening round, María executed a flawless armbar submission, forcing a tap within seconds. As a result, she earned thunderous applause from the crowd. The event, broadcast across France and Switzerland, showcased her as one of the most exciting new faces in European MMA.
Breaking Barriers and Building Legacy
Rodríguez’s triumph carries deep meaning. As the first professional female MMA fighter from her autonomous community, she’s breaking barriers for women in combat sports. Moreover, her sharp technique and unwavering respect for her opponents reflect the evolution of modern martial arts, where intelligence, skill, and precision now dominate over brute force.
From Spanish Champion to European Contender
Before her professional debut, María had already made waves in jiu-jitsu. She captured gold at the XV Spanish Championship in Gi and silver in NoGi, proving her technical dominance. Now, with her first MMA victory secured, María “Furiosa” Rodríguez stands ready to conquer the European circuit and inspire the next generation of fighters who dare to dream big.
WNC Fight Card Results
Main Event – WNC Vacant Featherweight Championship (145 lbs)
Winner: Pedro Carvalho (Submission, Rear Naked Choke – 2:10 Round 1 of 5)
Record: Up to 14-10
Loser: Damien Lapilus (Down to 19-18-2)
Co-Main Event – WNC Vacant Welterweight Championship (170 lbs)
Winner: Gleison Tibau (Submission, Arm Triangle Choke – 2:20 Round 1 of 5)
Record: Up to 39-19
Loser: Matias Juarez (Down to 16-12-1)
Lightweight Bout (155 lbs)
Winner: Husein Kadimagomaev (Decision, Unanimous – 3 Rounds, 15:00 Total)
Record: Up to 12-2
Loser: Mauro Paixão (Down to 10-9)
Featherweight Bout (145 lbs)
Winner: Elias Boudegzdame (Submission, Rear Naked Choke – 3:31 Round 1 of 3)
Record: Up to 20-9
Loser: Edgar Davalos (Down to 13-5-1)
Welterweight Bout (170 lbs)
Winner: Kevin Ruart (KO/TKO, Punches – 4:35 Round 1 of 3)
Record: Up to 12-8
Loser: Neilson Gomes (Down to 22-7)
Lightweight Bout (155 lbs)
Winner: Marco Antonio Elpidio (Decision, 3 Rounds, 15:00 Total)
Record: Up to 22-11-2
Loser: Osman Minbatyrov (Down to 7-5-1)
Catchweight Bout (179 lbs)
Winner: Yassine Boughanem (KO/TKO, Punches – 1:46 Round 1 of 3)
Record: Up to 2-1
Loser: Deivis Colinas (Down to 1-2)
Light Heavyweight Bout (205 lbs)
Winner: Farshedi Shamsidin (Submission, Arm Triangle Choke – 3:24 Round 1 of 3)
Record: Up to 3-1
Loser: Pedro Sousa (Down to 0-1)
Women’s Strawweight Bout (115 lbs)
Winner: María “Furiosa” Rodríguez (Submission, Armbar – 3:14 Round 1 of 3)
Record: Up to 1-0
Loser: Jyoti Singh (Down to 0-2)
Women’s Atomweight Bout (105 lbs)
Winner: Kelly Staddon (Decision, Unanimous – 3 Rounds, 15:00 Total)
Record: Up to 4-2
Loser: Karine Nalbandian (Down to 0-1)
Preliminary Card
Featherweight Amateur Bout (148 lbs)
Winner: Kaan Yener (Decision – 3 Rounds, 9:00 Total)
Record: Up to 4-2
Loser: Artur Petrosyan (Down to 0-2)
Bantamweight Amateur Bout (135 lbs)
Winner: Omar Mezrai (KO/TKO – 2:59 Round 1 of 3)
Record: Up to 1-0
Loser: Batuhan Karadag (Down to 1-1)
Bantamweight Amateur Bout (135 lbs)
Winner: Meldine Amireche (Decision, Split – 3 Rounds, 9:00 Total)
Record: Up to 1-0
Loser: Deniz Akmaz (Down to 1-1)
Lightweight Amateur Bout (155 lbs)
Winner: Kilian Pillonel (Decision, Unanimous – 3 Rounds, 9:00 Total)
Record: Up to 1-0
Loser: Sofiane Halayan (Down to 0-1)
Middleweight Amateur Bout (185 lbs)
Winner: Jordan Josephine (Decision, Unanimous – 3 Rounds, 9:00 Total)
Record: Up to 2-1
Loser: Rodolphe Solliet (Down to 0-1)
