Maria Jose Favela is ready to step back into the cage, not just as a fighter but as a survivor. After a 2022 victory that brought her MMA record to 3-2, the Mexican-born fighter faced a far greater battle—being diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, a cancer affecting the lymphatic system.
Favela put her career on hold and turned her attention to beating the disease. In mid-2023, she announced the best news of her life: she was cancer-free. With her health restored, Favela returned to training at Xtreme Couture in Las Vegas, and now she’s gearing up for her professional MMA return at Invicta FC 57 on September 20.
The MMA community rallied around Favela during her cancer battle, and fans are eager to see her back in the octagon. Invicta FC, known for showcasing top female fighters, announced her comeback via social media, sparking excitement: “Everyone in the #MMA community rallied around Maria Favela after her #cancer diagnosis. Now at #InvictaFC57 on 9/20, she’s ready to return.”
Favela’s MMA journey began in September 2020 after a solid amateur record of 4-1. She quickly gained attention with back-to-back wins in UWC before signing with Invicta. Despite suffering consecutive losses, her triumphant return in August 2022 and now her inspiring cancer survival story have reignited interest in her career.
As Favela prepares for her return, fans are left wondering—can the 31-year-old overcome the challenges of her layoff and reestablish herself as a rising force in women’s MMA?
All eyes will be on Memorial Hall in Kansas City, Kansas, to see if this warrior can write the next chapter in her already remarkable story.
From Cancer Survivor to MMA Warrior: Maria Jose Favela’s Epic Comeback
Raúl Martínez started by producing Latino films and promoting artists at Univision Radio, then directed marketing for CAA for brands like PepsiCo and the NFL. He now contributes his expertise to Fajador Sports.
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