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Invicta FC 59 Results: Maia Dethrones Bernardo To Become Bantamweight Champion

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ATLANTA – On Friday, Dec. 13, Invicta Fighting Championships debuted in the Peach state, holding Invicta FC 59: Bernardo vs. Maia from the Eastern in Atlanta.

In the night’s main event, bantamweight champion Talita Bernardo put her belt on the line against fellow Brazilian – and former flyweight titleholder – Jennifer Maia. Bernardo battered the lead leg of Maia with low kicks in the first minute of the fight. She ducked under the punches of Maia and looked for a takedown. Maia initially defended, but Bernardo imposed her will and tripped Maia to the mat. Bernardo rained short right hands from half guard, but Maia recovered her full guard. Maia worked for an armbar from the bottom, which Bernardo defended and escaped. Bernardo pinned Maia to the cage and dropped heavy punches and elbows. Round two began with the fighters trading kicks. Bernardo looked for a takedown, but it was Maia who landed in the top position. Maia tried to pass to mount with no avail. She again looked for an armbar before the fight returned to the feet. A right hand from Maia popped the head of Bernardo. Another takedown was stuffed by Maia, only for her to fall into a deep kneebar attempt. Bernardo cranked hard on the submission, but Maia remained calm and escaped to top position. A counter right hand from Maia found its mark to start the third frame. Bernardo answered with a body kick before shooting for a takedown. Maia defended and kept the fight on the feet. Bernardo failed on another takedown attempt and tried to coerce Maia to the ground. Maia had none of it and stayed content to score on the feet with combinations. Another shot from Bernardo turned into her dragging Maia on top of her. Maia passed to mount briefly and she finished the round in top position. Bernardo opened round four with a knee to Maia’s stomach. She then countered with a straight right to keep Maia at range. A clean right hand from Maia stunned Bernardo, who responded with a massive slam. Maia worked back to her feet before spinning Bernardo to her back. Maia transitioned to Bernardo’s back along the fence and flattened her out. Bernardo did not panic and regained her half guard late in the round. A pair of heavy left hands from Bernardo landed to start round five. She then dragged Maia to the ground and scrambled to her back. Maia escaped and was able to pass to side control before bringing the fight back to standing. A late takedown from Maia all but sealed the victory, as she became the first fighter in Invicta history to hold a title in multiple weight classes.

The co-feature saw Brazil’s Paula Bittencourt return to the win column, defeating Colombia’s Alejandra Lara. Lara opened with a jumping front kick and the pair wasted no time firing power punches. Bittencourt clinched, but it was Lara who took control and put the Brazilian against the fence. A scramble allowed Bittencourt to secure a body lock and she landed an elbow. When the pair separated, Lara delivered a heavy left hand before initiating the clinch once more. She clung to Bittencourt like glue, but Bittencourt was able to break free. Lara fired a left head kick and left straight, only to be countered by a right hand from Bittencourt. Round two featured a hook kick attempt from the Colombian, which did not connect. Bittencourt ducked under a punch to secure a body lock, but Lara’s balance prevented the fight from finding the canvas. A short hook from Bittencourt caught Lara charging into boxing range, prompting the veteran to return the fight to the clinch. A late takedown attempt from Lara was stuffed by the Brazilian. In the final round, Lara controlled the distance with her kicks. Bittencourt powered forward recklessly and found herself in the clinch again. A wild flurry from Bittencourt slowed the advance of Lara midway through the stanza. A thunderous body kick landed for Lara with a minute left in the bout and she doubled up on the strike. The fight went the distance and the judges were called upon to render a verdict. They were split in their scores, with Bittencourt eking out the win.

Former strawweight champion Valesca Machado gave Brazilian newcomer Yasmin Castanho a rude welcome to the Invicta cage with a dominant performance. A heavy right hand from Machado wobbled Castanho less than a minute into the fight. Castanho changed levels for a takedown, but was stuffed by Machado. A counter right from Machado again connected and Castanho tumbled to her back. She recovered, but was greeted by an uppercut from the former champ. Another takedown attempt from Castanho was shut down and she walked into a stiff right hand from Machado. The takedown defense of Machado held true throughout the opening frame. Machado closed the range with confidence in round two, countering each kick attempt from Castanho with a right hand. She continued to stuff every shot from Castanho. An overhand right, then left hook from Machado had Castanho on her back foot. Castanho desperately clung to a single in the round’s final seconds and brought the fight to the ground for the first time, but Machado prevented her from gaining a dominant position. The right hand of Machado landed over and over, as Castanho’s defense waned. Castanho attempted to pull guard after a failed takedown attempt, but Machado did not follow her to the ground. Machado punished Castanho’s final takedown effort with a series of elbows and punches. There was no doubt on the scorecards as Machado swept them all to earn the decision victory.

In an atomweight match-up Mexico’s Ana Palacios and Brazilian Monique Adriane looked to move closer to title shot at the other’s expense. The pair looked to find their range early in the bout. Adriane was the first to connect, sending Palacios to the canvas with a well-timed strike. The Mexican popped back to her feet and began to throw kicks to Adriane’s midsection and legs. Adriane caught a kick attempt from Palacios and dumped her back to the ground momentarily. Palacios scored with a heavy body kick late in the round that stunned Adriane. She followed it with a switch kick to the opposite side. Palacios showcased her speed in round two, scoring with quick combinations before Adriane could counter. The body kicks from Palacios continued to find their mark as the round progressed and Adriane’s frustration was evident. Adriane latched onto a single-leg attempt, but was peppered with short punches from Palacios, who remained upright. The last round mimicked the earlier rounds as the movement of Palacios forced Adriane to chase and prevented her from firing punches. The output from Palacios remained constant and Adriane became desperate late in the fight. She repeatedly failed on takedown attempts and the fight was sent to the judges for a decision. All three judges rewarded Palacios for her efforts, moving her into title contention.

The first Invicta bout inside the state of Georgia took place in the strawweight ranks as undefeated Chilean Fernanda Orellana met Ashley Barrett. Barrett quickly clinched in the fight’s opening minute and delivered knees to the midsection of Orellana. Orellana fired back with an elbow as the pair separated, but absorbed a massive right hand from Barrett that dropped her. Barrett looked to capitalize and scored a takedown. Orellana scrambled and turned the fight in her favor, taking Barrett’s back and locking in a rear-naked choke. Barrett survived the choke attempt, but was forced to defend an armbar from Orellana. The round concluded with Orellana looking for a guillotine choke, but she was unable to finish. A spinning backfist from Orellana greeted Barrett to start the second round, but the American was undeterred and took the fight to the clinch. Orellana delivered knees of her own. Barrett locked onto a head-and-arm throw and brought Orellana down to the mat. Orellana continued to show an active guard from her back, applying an armbar and briefly extending. Barrett fought free from the hold and finished the round on the back of Orellana. The fight’s final frame featured a quick throw from Barrett and she attacked with an arm-triangle from half guard. Orellana was able to bridge from her back and recover her guard. Barrett found herself in another armbar midway through the round, but the cage prevented Orellana from fully extending her arm. Barrett’s wrestling allowed her to escape and secure top position, but it was short lived as Orellana took her back. Orellana fished for the fight-finishing rear-naked choke and coerced a late tap from Barrett.

A scheduled featherweight bout between Riley Martinez and Jackie Cataline was removed from the card due to a medical issue.

OFFICIAL RESULTS
Jennifer Maia def. Talita Bernardo by unanimous decision (49-46 x3) – for bantamweight title
Paula Bittencourt def. Alejandra Lara by split decision (29-28, 28-29, 29-28)
Valesca Machado def. Yasmin Castanho by unanimous decision (30-27 x3)
Ana Palacios def. Monique Adriane by unanimous decision (29-28 x3)
Fernanda Orellana def. Ashley Barrett by submission (rear-naked choke). Round 3, 4:24

About Invicta FC:
A subsidiary of Anthem Sports and Entertainment, Inc., Invicta Fighting Championships is breaking barriers in women’s sports as the premier all-female promotion delivering unparalleled world championships and all-pro mixed martial arts (MMA) events. The history-making Invicta FC continues to pave the way for all to follow, providing female athletes from around the globe with a major platform where they are able to compete against other top talent. Founded in 2012 by veteran MMA executive Shannon Knapp, Invicta is pioneering the future growth of women’s MMA, putting the spotlight on the absolute best match-ups while identifying and developing the sport’s future stars. Follow Invicta on Instagram (@InvictaFC), TikTok (@InvictaFC), X (@InvictaFights) and Facebook (InvictaFights) for all the latest information. Watch Invicta FC live events on CBS Sports Network.

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Invicta FC 59: Bernardo vs. Maia Official Weigh-in Results

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ATLANTA — On Thursday, Dec. 12, Invicta Fighting Championships hosted the weigh-ins for Invicta FC 59: Bernardo vs. Maia.

The event – the promotion’s debut in the Peach State – takes place Friday, Dec. 13 from The Eastern in Atlanta. The night’s main card airs live on CBS Sports at 9 p.m. ET, with the preliminary card streaming live on Invicta’s official YouTube Channel and Facebook Page at 8 p.m. ET.

In the night’s main event, current bantamweight queen Talita Bernardo (11-4) puts her belt on the line against fellow Brazilian Jennifer Maia (22-10-1). Bernardo looks to defend her 135-pound strap for a second time and extend her winning streak to six straight. Maia, meanwhile, is a former flyweight champion and aims to become the first fighter in promotional history to hold the title in different weight classes.

Below are the results of the event’s weigh-ins:

Bantamweight Title: Talita Bernardo (134.2) vs. Jennifer Maia (133.2)
Featherweight: Riley Martinez (144.4) vs. Jackie Cataline (145.4)
Catchweight (130 pounds): Alejandra Lara (129.2) vs. Paula Bittencourt (132.2)*
Strawweight: Valesca Machado (116) vs. Yasmin Castanho (115.2)
Atomweight: Monique Adriane (105.9) vs. Ana Palacios (105.7)
Strawweight: Ashley Barrett (115.9) vs. Fernanda Orellana (116)

* – Bittencourt missed the catchweight limit of 130 pounds and was fined 25 percent of her fight purse.

Additionally, a planned atomweight bout between Giulliany Perêa and Natalie Salcedo has been removed from the Invicta FC 59 fight card. It will be rescheduled for a future event.

About Invicta FC:
A subsidiary of Anthem Sports and Entertainment, Inc., Invicta Fighting Championships is breaking barriers in women’s sports as the premier all-female promotion delivering unparalleled world championships and all-pro mixed martial arts (MMA) events. The history-making Invicta FC continues to pave the way for all to follow, providing female athletes from around the globe with a major platform where they are able to compete against other top talent. Founded in 2012 by veteran MMA executive Shannon Knapp, Invicta is pioneering the future growth of women’s MMA, putting the spotlight on the absolute best match-ups while identifying and developing the sport’s future stars. Follow Invicta on Instagram (@InvictaFC), TikTok (@InvictaFC), X (@InvictaFights) and Facebook (InvictaFights) for all the latest information. Watch Invicta FC live events on CBS Sports Network.

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Invicta FC 59 Touches Down in Atlanta on December 13 with Bernardo-Maia Title Clash

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ATLANTA — Invicta Fighting Championships is headed to the Peach State on Friday, Dec. 13 with a bantamweight title bout between current champion Talita Bernardo (11-4) and former flyweight titleholder Jennifer Maia (22-10-1). The action will take place from The Eastern in Atlanta, with the main card airing live on CBS Sport Network.

The two Brazilian veterans have established themselves among the best 135-pound fighters on the planet with their recent performances. Bernardo aims to defend her belt for a second time and extend her winning streak to six straight. Four of those wins have come inside the Invicta cage — including three submission finishes — most recently defeating Olga Rubin at Invicta FC 55 in June. Maia, meanwhile, made a triumphant return to the promotion at Invicta FC 56, besting countrywoman Mayra Cantuária. As she sets her sights on the bantamweight crown, the former 125-pound queen looks to become the first woman in Invicta to win titles in multiple weight classes.

In the night’s co-feature, featherweights Riley “Rad” Martinez (4-0) and Jackie “The Hybrid” Cataline (5-3) jockey for position near the top of the 145-pound division. Idaho’s Martinez has opened her career with four first-round finishes, including a sub-two-minute rear-naked choke of Julia Dorny at Invicta FC 54. The decorated wrestler Cataline impressed in her Invicta debut in August, handing previously undefeated Brazilian Kelly Ottoni her first loss.

Also on the main card, Colombia’s Alejandra “Azul” Lara (11-7) takes on Brazilian Paula “Bittencourt” Cristina (6-3) in a flyweight match-up, and former strawweight champion Valesca “Tina Black” Machado (14-4) meets fellow Brazilian Yasmin “Monstrinha” Castanho (6-1). Atomweights contenders Monique Adriane (6-2) and Ana “Guerrera” Palacios (9-3-1) collide in the preliminary card headliner, and are joined by undefeated 105-pound prospects Giulliany “Giu” Perêa (2-0) and Natalie Salcedo (3-0), as well as strawweights Ashley “Smashley” Barrett (1-0) and Fernanda Orellana (2-0).

Invicta FC 59: Bernardo vs. Maia will air via CBS Sports Network at 9 p.m. ET/8 p.m. CT. Preliminary card action will stream live on Invicta’s official YouTube Channel and Facebook Page at 7:30 p.m. ET. Tickets to the event will be available on sale beginning Friday, Nov. 15 at noon ET through AXS.

The fight card can be found below:

Bantamweight Title: Talita Bernardo vs. Jennifer Maia
Featherweight: Riley Martinez vs. Jackie Cataline
Flyweight: Alejandra Lara vs. Paula Bittencourt
Strawweight: Valesca Machado vs. Yasmin Castanho
Atomweight: Monique Adriane vs. Ana Palacios
Atomweight: Giulliany Perêa vs. Natalie Salcedo
Strawweight: Ashley Barrett vs. Fernanda Orellana

About Invicta FC:
A subsidiary of Anthem Sports and Entertainment, Inc., Invicta Fighting Championships is breaking barriers in women’s sports as the premier all-female promotion delivering unparalleled world championships and all-pro mixed martial arts (MMA) events. The history-making Invicta FC continues to pave the way for all to follow, providing female athletes from around the globe with a major platform where they are able to compete against other top talent. Founded in 2012 by veteran MMA executive Shannon Knapp, Invicta is pioneering the future growth of women’s MMA, putting the spotlight on the absolute best match-ups while identifying and developing the sport’s future stars. Follow Invicta on Instagram (@InvictaFC), TikTok (@InvictaFC), X (@InvictaFights) and Facebook (InvictaFights) for all the latest information. Watch Invicta FC live events on CBS Sports Network.

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Invicta FC 58 Results: Ducote Submits Ostroverkhova, Leonardo Taps Torres

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KANSAS CITY, Kan. — On Wednesday, Nov. 6, Invicta Fighting Championships hosted Invicta FC 58: Ducote vs. Ostroverkhova from Memorial Hall.

The main event saw former strawweight champion Emily Ducote get back in the win column with a submission victory over Russia’s Yulia Ostroverkhova. After a thundering leg kick from Ducote, Ostroverkhova countered with a punching combination. Ducote returned the favor, countering with a right hand of her own. Ostroverkhova attacked the body of Ducote with a hook to keep the former champion guessing. Another heavy kick from Ducote battered the lead leg of the Russian. From the clinch, Ducote fired an elbow flush to Ostroverkhova’s temple, but absorbed more punches as they separated. The two combatants exchanged willingly from boxing range, with both fighters landing power shots late in the round. The second frame began much like the first ended, as both fighters fired in the pocket. Ducote timed a level change perfectly, powering Ostroverkhova to the mat with a double-leg takedown. From the half guard, Ducote looked to set up an arm-triangle, forcing Ostroverkhova to give up mount. From the dominant position, Ducote threw slicing elbows and kept her hips heavy. Ostroverkhova tried to bridge from the bottom, but Ducote locked on a fight-finishing armbar that forced the Russian to submit.

In her return to the Invicta cage, flyweight Victoria Leonardo met Brazilian Amanda Torres. After a brief feeling out period, Torres caught Leonardo flush with a right hand that stunned her. Leonardo responded by attacking the midsection of Torres with kicks. The flyweights settled in and began trading striking combinations from inside the pocket. Leonardo just missed with a wheel kick attempt. Leonardo stayed aggressive, powering Torres to the ground and delivering a flurry of punches to close the round. Torres began the second round with more urgency. Leonardo mixed in kicks and jabs to keep the Brazilian guessing. The volume of Torres increased throughout the round and she caught Leonardo with a heavy left hand. A spinning backfist from Torres found its mark, forcing Leonardo into a brief takedown. A stiff left from Leonardo wobbled Torres and the fight moved to the clinch. Torres fired a head kick that Leonardo barely evaded. Leonardo earned an early takedown in the fight’s final round. During the ensuing scramble, she pulled Torres on top of her, but used a leg lock attempt to gain top position and the half guard. Torres regained her guard and sought a triangle choke, but Leonardo showcased her veteran savvy, passing to full mount. She locked on an armbar and Torres had not choice but to tap.

Returning veteran Shanna Young gave Paraguay’s Pámela Bóveda a rude welcome to the organization in a bantamweight fight. Young wasted no time, unleashing a vicious barrage of punches and kicks. She backed Bóveda to the fence and rained punches, forcing the referee to stop the contest less than a minute into the bout. The 23-second TKO was the fastest finish in Invicta bantamweight history.

Featherweights Zurina Turrey and Joy Pendell made their Invicta debuts looking to make their mark on the division. Pendell quickly attacked the lead leg of Turrey with push kicks. She followed with a question-mark kick, but Turrey was undeterred. A straight right from Turrey was answered by a clinch from Pendell. Turrey struggled to peel Pendell off of her against the cage. After the referee briefly intervened, the fight immediately returned to the clinch and remained there for the rest of the round. Turrey battered the legs of Pendell to start the second round. Pendell clinched and worked hard for a single-leg takedown. The takedown defense of Turrey withstood the test and she punished Pendell with punches and knees. Pendell hung onto Turrey and tried to drag her down, to no avail. When Pendell clinched in round three, Turrey spun her to the fence and the pair jostled for position. Pendell finally secured a takedown, but she was unable to keep Turrey on her back. Turrey delivered heavy body shots and punches to the thigh of Pendell. Turrey landed a massive left hook in the fight’s waning seconds, but the grueling battle was sent to the judges. All three scored the bout in favor of Turrey, who moved to 5-1 with the win.

Kick off the main card, Colombia’s Sayury Cañon took on Mexico’s Abril Anguiano in a strawweight affair. Anguiano controlled the range early with her jab and footwork. Cañon delivered a heavy right hand and sought a takedown. Another massive right hand from Cañon rocked Anguiano. Despite a large hematoma on her forehead, Anguiano used her boxing experience to weather the storm from Cañon. Anguiano used long punches to force Cañon to retreat. It was short-lived as Cañon fired back with a flurry of her own late in the frame. In round two, Cañon changed levels with her punches, peppering the body of Anguiano. Anguiano remained patient, staying at range to counter Cañon’s aggression. Cañon sought a takedown, but it was shrugged off by Anguiano. A vicious uppercut from Anguiano was followed by a heavy leg kick to slow Cañon’s advance. Both fighters threw with volume to open the third round. Cañon briefly scored with a trip along the cage, but Anguiano bounced back to her feet. Anguiano worked the body of the Colombian. Cañon connected with a stiff jab and the lip of Anguiano was split open. Cañon worked for a late takedown to narrowly seal the deal on the scorecards, as she claimed the split verdict from the judges.

Unbeaten flyweight Zoe Nowicki clashed with debuting Polish newcomer Barbara Grabowska in the night’s final preliminary-card bout. Nowicki stalked Grabowska across the cage and briefly clinched. She then connected with a right hand and looked for a single-leg takedown. Grabowska defended before firing back with a combination of her own. The right hand of Grabowska became a piston, popping back the head of Nowicki. A reckless advance from Nowicki resulted in absorbing a massive left hook and a failed takedown attempt. Nowicki continued to test the takedown defense of Grabowska, but could not bring her to the mat. The American remained aggressive in round two, pushing forward and aiming to take Grabowska down. The flyweights traded knees in the clinch before Grabowska broke free. Midway through the frame, Nowicki went for an ankle pick and briefly brought Grabowska to the canvas. Grabowska scrambled free but absorbed a flurry of punches from Nowicki. The aggression of Nowicki resulted in a late takedown to close the stanza. The fight quickly found the clinch in round three, with Nowicki forcing Grabowska to the cage. The Polish fighter was able to separate and return to landing boxing combinations. A steady stream of knees from Grabowska prevented Nowicki from taking her down, but a late level change from Nowicki secured a double-leg takedown and she stuck to Grabowska like glue. The judges were called upon for a verdict and it was Nowicki claiming the hard-fought decision victory.

The night opened with an atomweight match-up between undefeated athletes Magdalena Czaban and Hope Holmes. The pair traded kicks as they looked to establish striking range. A right straight from Czaban connected, prompting a flurry from Holmes. Czaban clinched along the fence, but Holmes was able to spin free. The southpaw Holmes began to frustrate Czaban with kicks, but the Polish fighter scored with a big throw and landed in the top position. Holmes was active with her guard, preventing Czaban from mounting offense. Round two began with more kicks before Czaban changed levels and scored a trip takedown. Holmes briefly attacked with a guillotine. Czaban opened a large gash on the cheek of Holmes with an elbow. Czaban looked for a ninja choke, prompting Holmes to drop to the mat. That was unsuccessful, as Czaban transitioned and sunk the choke deeper and coerced the tap with a modified guillotine.

OFFICIAL RESULTS
Emily Ducote def. Yulia Ostroverkhova by submission (armbar). Round 2, 3:53
Victoria Leonardo def. Amanda Torres by submission (armbar). Round 3, 1:56
Shanna Young def. Pámela Bóveda by TKO (strikes). Round 1, 0:23
Zurina Turrey def. Joy Pendell by unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 29-28)
Sayury Cañon def. Abril Anguiano by split decision (30-27, 28-29, 29-28)
Zoe Nowicki def. Barbara Grabowska by unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 30-27)
Magdalena Czaban def. Hope Holmes by submission (guillotine choke). Round 2, 2:42

About Invicta FC:
A subsidiary of Anthem Sports and Entertainment, Inc., Invicta Fighting Championships is breaking barriers in women’s sports as the premier all-female promotion delivering unparalleled world championships and all-pro mixed martial arts (MMA) events. The history-making Invicta FC continues to pave the way for all to follow, providing female athletes from around the globe with a major platform where they are able to compete against other top talent. Founded in 2012 by veteran MMA executive Shannon Knapp, Invicta is pioneering the future growth of women’s MMA, putting the spotlight on the absolute best match-ups while identifying and developing the sport’s future stars. Follow Invicta on Instagram (@InvictaFC), TikTok (@InvictaFC), X (@InvictaFights) and Facebook (InvictaFights) for all the latest information. Watch Invicta FC live events on CBS Sports Network.

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Invicta FC 58: Ducote vs. Ostroverkhova Official Weigh-in Results

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KANSAS CITY, Kan. — On Tuesday, Nov. 5, Invicta Fighting Championships hosted the weigh-ins for Invicta FC 58: Ducote vs. Ostroverkhova, which takes place Wednesday, Nov. 6 from Memorial Hall.

In the night’s main event, former strawweight champion Emily “Gordinha” Ducote (13-9) collides with Russia’s Yulia Ostroverkhova (9-3-1). Oklahoma’s Ducote returns to the division she once reigned following a five-fight stint with the UFC. The 30-year-old will quickly look to get back into the title picture — for the belt she gave up voluntarily — and build on the momentum of four wins in her five Invicta appearances. Ostroverkhova will present a stern challenge for the former champion, fresh off a three-round battle with another former titleholder, Valesca Machado, at Invicta FC 56 in August.

Invicta FC 58: Ducote vs. Ostroverkhova will air via CBS Sports Network at 9 p.m. ET/8 p.m. CT. Preliminary card action will stream live on Invicta’s official YouTube Channel and Facebook Page at 7:30 p.m. ET/6:30 p.m. CT.

Below are the results of the event’s weigh-ins:

Strawweight: Emily Ducote (115.5) vs. Yulia Ostroverkhova (115.5)
Flyweight: DeAnna Bennett (125.7) vs. Thaiane Souza (132.1)*
Flyweight: Victoria Leonardo (125.5) vs. Amanda Torres (127.4)+
Bantamweight: Shanna Young (135.3) vs. Pámela Bóveda (136)
Featherweight: Zurina Turrey (145) vs. Joy Pendell (146)
Strawweight: Sayury Cañon (114.7) vs. Abril Anguiano (117.8)^
Flyweight: Zoe Nowicki (125.7) vs. Barbara Grabowska (125.7)
Atomweight: Magdalena Czaban (105.7) vs. Hope Holmes (105)

* – Souza missed the flyweight limit of 126 pounds and the fight with Bennett was canceled

+ – Torres missed the flyweight limit of 126 pounds and was fined 25 percent of her purse

^ – Anguiano missed the strawweight limit of 116 pounds and was fined 25 percent of her purse

About Invicta FC:
A subsidiary of Anthem Sports and Entertainment, Inc., Invicta Fighting Championships is breaking barriers in women’s sports as the premier all-female promotion delivering unparalleled world championships and all-pro mixed martial arts (MMA) events. The history-making Invicta FC continues to pave the way for all to follow, providing female athletes from around the globe with a major platform where they are able to compete against other top talent. Founded in 2012 by veteran MMA executive Shannon Knapp, Invicta is pioneering the future growth of women’s MMA, putting the spotlight on the absolute best match-ups while identifying and developing the sport’s future stars. Follow Invicta on Instagram (@InvictaFC), TikTok (@InvictaFC), X (@InvictaFights) and Facebook (InvictaFights) for all the latest information. Watch Invicta FC live events on CBS Sports Network.

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Invicta FC 58 Headlined By Strawweight Showdown on November 6 in Kansas City

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KANSAS CITY, Kan. — A familiar face returns to Invicta Fighting Championships on Wednesday, Nov. 6, as former strawweight champion Emily “Gordinha” Ducote (13-9) collides with Russia’s Yulia Ostroverkhova (9-3-1) in a main event match-up, live from Memorial Hall in Kansas City.

Oklahoma’s Ducote returns to the division she once reigned following a five-fight stint with the UFC. The 30-year-old will quickly look to get back into the title picture — for the belt she gave up voluntarily — and build on the momentum of four wins in her five Invicta appearances. Ostroverkhova will present a stern challenge for the former champion, fresh off a three-round battle with another former titleholder, Valesca Machado, at Invicta FC 56 in August. The Ducote-Ostroverkhova bout replaces the previously announced headliner between Alejandra Lara and Viviane “Sucuri” Pereira, which has been canceled due to illness.

In the night’s co-main event, Invicta FC staple DeAnna “Vitamin D” Bennett (14-9-1) welcomes Brazilian flyweight Thaiane “Pancadão” Souza (9-7, 1 NC) to the promotion. The UFC and Bellator veteran Bennett returned to the Invicta cage in September, putting on a dominant display in a victory over Liz Tracy. A Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, Souza has finished six of her nine career victories, including four via submission.

Also on the card, UFC veteran Victoria “Fury” Leonardo (9-6) returns to the Invicta cage to take on flyweight newcomer Amanda “Sardinha” Torres (9-7) of Brazil, another UFC veteran, Shanna “The Shanimal” Young (9-7) takes on Paraguay’s Pámela Bóveda (5-4) in a bantamweight match-up, rising featherweights Zurina “Mayhem” Turrey (4-1) and Joy “Killjoy” Pendell (3-1) aim to make their mark on the division, Colombia’s Sayury Cañon (3-1) welcomes Abril Anguiano (6-3) to the strawweight division, undefeated wrestling standout Zoe Nowicki (1-0) faces Barbara Grabowska of Poland in a flyweight contest, and Polish atomweight Magdalena “Atomówka” Czaban (1-0) collides with Texas-based Hope “Hummingbird” Holmes (1-0).

Invicta FC 58: Ducote vs. Ostroverkhova will air via CBS Sports Network at 9 p.m. ET/8 p.m. CT. Preliminary card action will stream live on Invicta’s official YouTube Channel and Facebook Page at 7:30 p.m. ET/6:30 p.m. CT. Tickets to the event will be available on Wednesday, Oct. 2 for members of the Invicta Insiders Club, with the public sale beginning Thursday, Oct. 3 through Eventbrite.

The full fight card can be found below:

Strawweight: Emily Ducote vs. Yulia Ostroverkhova
Flyweight: DeAnna Bennett vs. Thaiane Souza
Flyweight: Victoria Leonardo vs. Amanda Torres
Bantamweight: Shanna Young vs. Pámela Bóveda
Featherweight: Zurina Turrey vs. Joy Pendell
Strawweight: Sayury Cañon vs. Abril Anguiano
Flyweight: Zoe Nowicki vs. Barbara Grabowska
Atomweight: Magdalena Czaban vs. Hope Holmes

A previously announced atomweight bout between Japan’s Saori “Little Giant” Oshima (14-5) and Mexico’s Ana “Guerrera” Palacios (9-3-1) has been removed from the card due to injury.

About Invicta FC:
A subsidiary of Anthem Sports and Entertainment, Inc., Invicta Fighting Championships is breaking barriers in women’s sports as the premier all-female promotion delivering unparalleled world championships and all-pro mixed martial arts (MMA) events. The history-making Invicta FC continues to pave the way for all to follow, providing female athletes from around the globe with a major platform where they are able to compete against other top talent. Founded in 2012 by veteran MMA executive Shannon Knapp, Invicta is pioneering the future growth of women’s MMA, putting the spotlight on the absolute best match-ups while identifying and developing the sport’s future stars. Follow Invicta on Instagram (@InvictaFC), TikTok (@InvictaFC), X (@InvictaFights) and Facebook (InvictaFights) for all the latest information. Watch Invicta FC live events on CBS Sports Network.

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Invicta FC 57 Results: Ferreira Outduels Romero To Capture Atomweight Title

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KANSAS CITY, Kan. — On Friday, Sept. 20, Invicta Fighting Championships hosted Invicta FC 57: Ferreira vs. Romero from Memorial Hall. The night’s main card action aired live on CBS Sports Network.

In the night’s main event, a new atomweight champion was crowned as Elisandra “Lili” Ferreira bested fellow Brazilian Andressa Romero. Ferreira cracked Romero with multiple low kicks and then a big right hand. She followed it with a massive slam. Romero got back to her feet but was forced to defend a choke attempt. Romero clinched and tried to take Ferreira to the mat. Ferreira punished her with knees and punches to the body. A beautiful foot sweep by Ferreira sent Romero crashing into a right hand then a massive left hook. Ferreira scrambled to take Romero’s back, but ended up on her back in the ensuing transition. A straight right hand from Romero greeted Ferreira to start round two. She fired back and quickly clinched. Romero landed knees and elbows on her own. Ferreira tried to power into a takedown and Romero locked her hands for a guillotine attempt. There was no panic from Ferreira, who maintained her takedown attempt and eventually earned it. She looked to take Romero’s back, but found herself with her back to the mat once more. Ferreira’s jab found a home to start the third frame. A counter right hand from Romero also landed as the two Brazilians traded punches in the center of the cage. Romero pressed hard for a single, even lifting Ferreira off the canvas, but could not finish the takedown. Ferreira connected with a punch-knee combination as the round expired. The fourth round featured both fighters throwing with reckless abandon. They repeatedly landed power strikes from inside boxing range. Ferreira scored with an outside trip, but gave up the advantageous position to attempt a guillotine. Romero worked from the top, grapevining the legs of Ferreira, but could not pass the guard. Ferreira used a heel hook attempt to get back to the feet. Much like round four, the final round opened with a wild exchange with both fighters landing heavy punches. Ferreira delivered a takedown along the fence, but Romero sprung back to her feet. There was no quit in either fighter as they battered one another until the final bell. The judges were called upon for a final time of the night and it was Ferreira who left with gold around her waist.

The co-main event featured a flyweight clash between former title challenger Kristina Williams and Brazilian newcomer Nayara Maia. Williams went straight to work with a flurry of punches. An awkward exchange saw Maia buckle to the canvas holding her knee. The Brazilian tried to power through the pain, but could not continue, handing Williams the 31-second win.

In the 500th bout in promotional history, veteran flyweights DeAnna Bennett and Liz Tracy renewed a rivalry that began at Phoenix Tournament 2. Tracy fired quick combinations, but allowed Bennett to catch a kick and dump her to the ground. Tracy used the cage to regain her footing to no avail, as Bennett took her down again. When Tracy rolled, Bennett moved to her back. The wrestling transitions from Bennett kept Tracy guessing. Tracy separated late in the round and then changed levels for a takedown attempt. Bennett stuffed it and turned her to the cage. Round two opened with the two veterans trading punching combinations. Bennett delivered an uppercut as Tracy ducked her jab. Another kick from Tracy was caught by Bennett and she took her down momentarily. Tracy continued to march forward and mix in low kicks. Bennett circled at range, getting in and out of the pocket at will. The pair jostled for position to close the frame. The right hand of Bennett suddenly became a piston to start the third. She cracked Tracy multiple times. Tracy drove into a takedown attempt and she looked to lace the legs of Bennett. Bennett swung with backwards elbows that jarred the head of Tracy. Tracy expended a ton of energy trying to get Bennett down but was unable to do so. The pair smiled at one another in the waning seconds and they traded to the final bell. Much like the first meeting, Bennett took home the decision victory.

Veteran flyweights Milana Dudieva and Sandra Lavado kicked off the night’s main card with a back-and-forth affair. Both fighters kept a high guard early, as each looked for an opening. Lavado found success with her outside leg kick, which prevented Dudieva from stepping into her punches. Midway through the first round, Dudieva changed levels and looked for a takedown. Lavado defended initially, but succumbed to a throw from the judoka. Dudieva first worked from the scarf hold position, then switched to side control, and then back mount. She sunk in a choke and squeezed hard for a finish, but Lavado managed to escape and get back to her feet. Lavado was patient to start round two, finding a home for her right hand through the defense of Dudieva. The Russian fighter clinched to work her grappling game only for Lavado to shrug her off. After trading overhand rights, Dudieva powered into the clinch and looked for a takedown. A sweeping leg kick from Dudieva greeted Lavado in round three, nearly sending her to the ground. The pair resumed their chess match on the feet, with each struggling to land through the other’s defense. Dudieva tried to clinch but failed to get the Peruvian down initially. After transitioning to a single and lifting high, Dudieva put Lavado on her back. Lavado worked hard to stand, only for Dudieva to score with another throw and land in the scarf hold again. The fight went the distance, with Dudieva claiming the hard-fought decision victory.

Australian featherweight Jamie Edenden ruined the night of her fellow debutant Abby Montes, claiming victory after three grueling rounds. The bout began with series of inside leg kicks from both fighters to gauge the distance. Edenden was the first to sit down on a punch, cracking Montes with a right hand. The countering ability of the Aussie was on display as she peppered the head of Montes with power shots. Montes opted to clinch to slow Edenden’s attack. In round two, the pair bit down on their mouthpieces and openly traded in the center of the cage. Montes again initiated a clinch, but it was Edenden who looked to change levels. When they separated, Montes marched down Edenden relentlessly, absorbing punches along the way. Montes threw leg kicks with a purpose in round three and delivered heavy punches of her own. Edenden scored with a right hand to the midsection of Montes. The Australian mixed up her levels with her punches, keeping Montes guessing. When the fight returned to the clinch, Edenden looked for a single, but was unable to finish it. Montes sought a late takedown of her own and Edenden punished her with elbows. The judges were called upon to render a verdict and it was Edenden who claimed the decision nod.

In a battle of bantamweights, Canada’s Maria Djukic squared off with Mexico’s Maria Favela. After a brief feeling-out period to find range, Djukic took control with a big combination that stunned Favela. A devastating right hand from the Canadian found the jaw of Favela, sending her to the ground. The referee quickly stepped in to hand Djukic the 57-second TKO win.

Chilean strawweight Fernanda Orellana spoiled the Invicta return of Meaghan Penning with a lopsided decision victory. Penning pinned Orellana to the cage and worked for underhooks. Orellana fired short knees to the midsection of Penning. She spun Penning to the fence and scored with elbow strikes. Penning worked tirelessly for a takedown, but it did not come. Late in the round, Orellana scored with a beautiful hip toss and finished the round in top position. A counter right hand from Orellana greeted Penning to start round two, but she quickly answered with a front kick that caught the Chilean off balance. Penning returned to the clinch and stuck to Orellana like glue. She eventually pulled guard and Orellana wasted little time posturing up to rain strikes. Penning fished for an armbar and then a triangle choke from her back, but Orellana was wise to the submission attempts. Orellana dropped heavy strikes to Penning’s face to close the stanza. Penning came out firing an onslaught of kicks in the third round. When that proved ineffective, Penning clinched and pulled guard in the center of the cage. Penning desperately sought an armbar from the bottom, but Orellana escaped. Orellana continued to punish Penning with punches and elbows from the top. There was no doubt on the scorecards as all three judges rewarded Orellana for her efforts.

The event opened with a strawweight match-up between Quinn Williams and Brazilian Ana Vitória. Williams connected a heavy right hand as Vitória barreled forward, then drove Vitória to the mat. Vitória showed an active guard and Williams let her stand. Vitória delivered a punch combination before diving for a single-leg takedown. Williams kept herself upright, spinning Vitória to the cage. A heavy right from Williams created a massive hematoma on the forehead of the Brazilian. Williams again brought the fight to the ground and worked from side control. A submission attempt from Williams allowed Vitória to gain top position, but only briefly as Williams powered back to side control as the first round closed. A jumping knee from Williams backed Vitória to the fence early in round two. She responded quickly, dumping Williams to the canvas. Williams again displayed her strength, reversing the position. A choke attempts from Williams was defended well by Vitória, but she could not escape the top control of the American. The final frame featured a grueling battle for position along the cage, as both fighters jostled for position. Williams scored with clinch knees, prompting Vitória to pull the action the mat. The confidence of Williams grew with every strike and she cruised to the clear-cut decision victory.

OFFICIAL RESULTS
Elisandra “Lili” Ferreira def. Andressa Romero by unanimous decision (49-46, 48-47, 48-47) – for atomweight title
Kristina Williams def. Nayara Maia by TKO (injury). Round 1, 0:31
DeAnna Bennett def. Liz Tracy by unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 29-28)
Milana Dudieva def. Sandra Lavado by unanimous decision (29-28 x3)
Jamie Edenden def. Abby Montes by unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 30-27)
Maria Djukic def. Maria Favela by TKO (punches). Round 1, 0:57
Fernanda Orellana def. Meaghan Penning by unanimous decision (30-27 x3)
Quinn Williams def. Ana Vitória by unanimous decision (30-27 x3)

About Invicta FC:
A subsidiary of Anthem Sports and Entertainment, Inc., Invicta Fighting Championships is breaking barriers in women’s sports as the premier all-female promotion delivering unparalleled world championships and all-pro mixed martial arts (MMA) events. The history-making Invicta FC continues to pave the way for all to follow, providing female athletes from around the globe with a major platform where they are able to compete against other top talent. Founded in 2012 by veteran MMA executive Shannon Knapp, Invicta is pioneering the future growth of women’s MMA, putting the spotlight on the absolute best match-ups while identifying and developing the sport’s future stars. Follow Invicta on Instagram (@InvictaFC), TikTok (@InvictaFC), X (@InvictaFights) and Facebook (InvictaFights) for all the latest information. Watch Invicta FC live events on CBS Sports Network.

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Invicta FC 57: Ferreira vs. Romero Official Weigh-in Results

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KANSAS CITY, Kan. — On Thursday, Sept. 19, Invicta Fighting Championships hosted the weigh-ins for Invicta FC 57: Ferreira vs. Romero, which takes place Friday, Sept. 20 from Memorial Hall.

In the night’s headliner, Brazilians Elisandra “Lili” Ferreira (7-2) and Andressa “Gauchinha” Romero (7-4-1) collide for 105-pound gold. Both athletes picked up victories at Invicta FC 55 in July to set up the title showdown. Ferreira reeled off her third straight win inside the Invicta cage over veteran Katie Saull, while Romero spoiled the U.S. debut of Japan’s Saori Oshima to establish herself as a top contender.

The co-main event features the return of former flyweight title challenger Kristina “Warhorse” Williams (7-4) opposite Brazilian newcomer Nayara Maia (7-1-1). Williams has won four of her last five bouts, with the only defeat coming after five hard-fought rounds with Ketlen Souza for Invicta gold. The Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt Maia joins the organization having finished five of her seven career victories.

Invicta FC 57: Ferreira vs. Romero will air via CBS Sports Network at 9 p.m. ET/8 p.m. CT. Preliminary card action will stream live on Invicta’s official YouTube Channel and Facebook Page at 7 p.m. ET/6 p.m. CT.

Below are the results of the event’s weigh-ins:

Atomweight Title: Elisandra “Lili” Ferreira (104.7) vs. Andressa Romero (104.9)
Flyweight: Kristina Williams (125.4) vs. Nayara Maia (126)
Flyweight: Liz Tracy (124) vs. DeAnna Bennett (125.6)
Flyweight: Milana Dudieva (126) vs. Sandra Lavado (125.6)
Featherweight: Jamie Edenden (145.8) vs. Abby Montes (148.8)*
Bantamweight: Maria Djukic (135.3) vs. Maria Favela (135.6)
Strawweight: Meaghan Penning (115.5) vs. Fernanda Orellana (113.7)
Strawweight: Ana Vitória (115.4) vs. Quinn Williams (115.9)

* – Montes missed the featherweight limit of 146 pounds and was fined 25 percent of her purse.

About Invicta FC:
A subsidiary of Anthem Sports and Entertainment, Inc., Invicta Fighting Championships is breaking barriers in women’s sports as the premier all-female promotion delivering unparalleled world championships and all-pro mixed martial arts (MMA) events. The history-making Invicta FC continues to pave the way for all to follow, providing female athletes from around the globe with a major platform where they are able to compete against other top talent. Founded in 2012 by veteran MMA executive Shannon Knapp, Invicta is pioneering the future growth of women’s MMA, putting the spotlight on the absolute best match-ups while identifying and developing the sport’s future stars. Follow Invicta on Instagram (@InvictaFC), TikTok (@InvictaFC), X (@InvictaFights) and Facebook (InvictaFights) for all the latest information. Watch Invicta FC live events on CBS Sports Network.

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Bantamweight Maria Favela Returns to Action at Invicta FC 57 in First Bout Since Beating Lymphatic Cancer

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LAS VEGAS — Invicta Fighting Championships’ bantamweight Maria Favela will enter the cage at Invicta FC 57 for the first time since successfully beating lymphatic cancer in December of 2023.

At just 30 years old, Favela was diagnosed with Stage 3 Hodgkin Lymphoma in July of 2023. She began to notice a change in her health in May of that year, as she was frequently feeling ill and experiencing a marked loss of weight and energy. Thought to be suffering from side effects of COVID, Favela underwent MRI testing in Mexico City, where she was diagnosed with Stage 3 Hodgkin Lymphoma and given a 50 percent chance of survival. With help from a GoFundMe campaign generously supported by the MMA community — including Cynthia Calvillo and Dana White — Favela was able to receive quality private care that included three surgeries and 12 rounds of chemotherapy every 15 days. Favela was declared cancer-free in December of 2023, and will return to action at Invicta FC 57 on Friday, Sept. 20.

As Favela looks ahead to her fight against Maria Djukic, she reflects on the road that brought her to this moment and how she overcame the fight of her life.

On Her Upcoming Bout at Invicta 57

“I was feeling I had to do it at least one more time for me. I wanted to fight before my PET scan in June, but it was impossible. My coaches were like, ‘No, you’re crazy. You need more time.’ But if I’m gonna fight, I’m gonna fight. And I’m gonna enjoy every single second, no matter what happens.”

On We Can Expect to See from Her at Invicta 57

“You’re going to see a Maria who won’t have any fear. You’re going to see a more aggressive Maria, one who is more technical. For six months, I endured surgeries, chemotherapies, weekly blood tests, and losing my hair. I’m not scared of being out of the comfort zone.”

On Her Experience with Stage 3 Hodgkin Lymphoma

“They told me that I had a 50% chance of living. They treated me as if I was Stage four, because I had lymphomas in my liver, in my hips, in my heart, and my lungs. Every gland becomes like a tumor. The doctors told me if I’m still pushing, I’ll be passing out with a heart attack. My lungs were doing 90% of the work, and my heart was taking most of the oxygen.”

On How Fighting Prepared Her for the Most Important Battle of Her Life

When I was doing treatments, I was in the fight mode. You don’t think about fear, you do what you have to do. It doesn’t matter how uncomfortable you are in a situation, you keep pushing. The fight game was keeping me motivated, because I was really determined that I wanted to make my dream come true. My body was becoming like a cage or a trap… I was fighting against my own body.”

On the Incredible Support She Received from Her Family and the MMA Community

“My friend helped me make a GoFundMe, and the whole MMA community came to support. Even Cynthia Calvillo and Dana White donated money. When you’re fighting cancer, the last thing that you have is time. Thanks to the MMA community and my family, I was able to pay for private treatment.”

Advice for Others Going Through Cancer

“Don’t give up. No matter what doctors say, no matter what people say. Believe in yourself, and don’t let anybody treat you differently. It doesn’t mean that your life is ending. You’re actually going to realize how beautiful life is afterwards.”

Don’t miss the chance to see Favela in action when Invicta FC 57 comes to Memorial Hall in Kansas City, Kansas on Friday, September 20. Tickets are on sale now through Eventbrite.

Favela’s Social Media Channels: Facebook, Instagram, X

The complete Invicta FC 57 fight card can be found below:

Atomweight Title: Elisandra “Lili” Ferreira vs. Andressa Romero
Flyweight: Kristina Williams vs. Nayara Maia
Flyweight: Liz Tracy vs. DeAnna Bennett
Featherweight: Jamie Edenden vs. Abby Montes
Flyweight: Milana Dudieva vs. Sandra Lavado
Bantamweight: Maria Djukic vs. Maria Favela
Strawweight: Meaghan Penning vs. Fernanda Orellana
Strawweight: Ana Vitória vs. Quinn Williams

About Invicta FC:
A subsidiary of Anthem Sports and Entertainment, Inc., Invicta Fighting Championships is breaking barriers in women’s sports as the premier all-female promotion delivering unparalleled world championships and all-pro mixed martial arts (MMA) events. The history-making Invicta FC continues to pave the way for all to follow, providing female athletes from around the globe with a major platform where they are able to compete against other top talent. Founded in 2012 by veteran MMA executive Shannon Knapp, Invicta is pioneering the future growth of women’s MMA, putting the spotlight on the absolute best match-ups while identifying and developing the sport’s future stars. Follow Invicta on Instagram (@InvictaFC), TikTok (@InvictaFC), X (@InvictaFights) and Facebook (InvictaFights) for all the latest information. Watch Invicta FC live events on CBS Sports Network.

Press Inquiries: press@invictafc.com or Cindy Ronzoni, Anthem cronzoni@anthemse.com

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Invicta FC 57 To Crown New Atomweight Champion on September 20 in Kansas City

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KANSAS CITY, Kan. — A new atomweight champion will be crowned when Invicta Fighting Championships, the world’s premier combat sports organization for women, touches down at Memorial Hall in Kansas City on Friday, Sept. 20 with Invicta FC 57: Ferreira vs. Romero.

In the night’s headliner, Brazilians Elisandra “Lili” Ferreira (7-2) and Andressa “Gauchinha” Romero (7-4-1) collide for 105-pound gold. Both athletes picked up victories at Invicta FC 55 in July to set up the title showdown. Ferreira reeled off her third straight win inside the Invicta cage over veteran Katie Saull, while Romero spoiled the U.S. debut of Japan’s Saori Oshima to establish herself as a top contender.

The co-main event features the return of former flyweight title challenger Kristina “Warhorse” Williams (7-4) opposite Brazilian newcomer Nayara Maia (7-1-1). Williams has won four of her last five bouts, with the only defeat coming after five hard-fought rounds with Ketlen Souza for Invicta gold. The Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt Maia joins the organization having finished five of her seven career victories.

Also on the card, flyweight Liz “The Titan” Tracy (7-5) seeks revenge against UFC and Bellator veteran DeAnna “Vitamin D” Bennett (13-9-1) after the pair’s Phoenix Tournament 2 thriller, flyweight finisher Milana Dudieva (12-9) meets Sandra “The Peruvian Zombie” Lavado (12-5), Australia’s Jamie “Snickers” Edenden (4-2-1) clashes with fellow featherweight “Brave” Abby Montes (4-3) of Mexico, Canada’s “Sweet” Maria Djukic (3-1) faces off with Mexico’s Maria “Leona” Favela (3-2) in a bantamweight contest, returning veteran Meaghan Penning (2-1) squares off with Chilean strawweight Fernanda Orellana (1-0), and two-time IMMAF Pan American champion Ana “Aninha” Vitória (debut) makes her professional debut against strawweight newcomer Quinn Williams (1-1).

Invicta FC 57: Ferreira vs. Romero will air via CBS Sports Network at 9 p.m. ET/8 p.m. CT. Preliminary card action will stream live on Invicta’s official YouTube Channel and Facebook Page at 7 p.m. ET/6 p.m. CT. Tickets to the event will be available on Thursday, Aug. 22 for members of the Invicta Insiders Club, with the public sale beginning Friday, Aug. 23 through Eventbrite.

The current fight card can be found below:

Atomweight Title: Elisandra “Lili” Ferreira vs. Andressa Romero
Flyweight: Kristina Williams vs. Nayara Maia
Flyweight: Liz Tracy vs. DeAnna Bennett
Featherweight: Jamie Edenden vs. Abby Montes
Flyweight: Milana Dudieva vs. Sandra Lavado
Bantamweight: Maria Djukic vs. Maria Favela
Strawweight: Meaghan Penning vs. Fernanda Orellana
Strawweight: Ana Vitória vs. Quinn Williams

About Invicta FC:
A subsidiary of Anthem Sports and Entertainment, Inc., Invicta Fighting Championships is breaking barriers in women’s sports as the premier all-female promotion delivering unparalleled world championships and all-pro mixed martial arts (MMA) events. The history-making Invicta FC continues to pave the way for all to follow, providing female athletes from around the globe with a major platform where they are able to compete against other top talent. Founded in 2012 by veteran MMA executive Shannon Knapp, Invicta is pioneering the future growth of women’s MMA, putting the spotlight on the absolute best match-ups while identifying and developing the sport’s future stars. Follow Invicta on Instagram (@InvictaFC), TikTok (@InvictaFC), X (@InvictaFights) and Facebook (InvictaFights) for all the latest information. Watch Invicta FC live events on CBS Sports Network.