Rose Namajunas

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1. When was Rose Namajunas born?June 29, 1992
2. Where was Rose Namajunas born?United States
3. What is Rose Namajunas known for?Two-time UFC Women's Strawweight Champion, current UFC Flyweight contender
4. What is the UFC rankings (as of oct 2025)?#6 in Women's Flyweight division; #13 Pound-for-Pound
5. What is the fighting style?Technical striking, strong grappling defense, strategic approach
6. Who is Rose Namajunas?Rose Namajunas is a super-strong fighter from the United States. She has won the UFC Women's Strawweight Championship twice and is known for her amazing skill in the octagon.

Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC): The premier professional mixed martial arts organization globally, known for its high-level competition and large fanbase.
Strawweight Championship: The title awarded to the best fighter in the women's strawweight division, a weight class typically for athletes around 115 pounds.
Pound-for-Pound Rankings: A subjective ranking system that attempts to compare the skill and effectiveness of fighters across all weight classes, assuming equal size.
Striking: The offensive techniques in MMA that involve hitting an opponent with punches, kicks, elbows, and knees.