Virna Jandiroba

High school (ages 12+)
Sports & Games

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/virna-jandiroba

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1. When was Virna Jandiroba born?May 30, 1988
2. Where was Virna Jandiroba born?Brazil
3. How heavy is Virna Jandiroba?#3
4. What is the primary discipline?Grappling and submission fighting
5. What is the former championship?Invicta Fighting Championships Strawweight Champion

Submission: A technique used in grappling to force an opponent to yield by applying pressure to joints or airways.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: A martial art and combat sport system that focuses on grappling, especially ground fighting.
Pound-for-Pound Ranking: A ranking system in combat sports that compares fighters across different weight classes.
Title Challenger: A fighter who is scheduled to compete against the reigning champion for a championship belt.