Alexa Grasso is a Mexican UFC flyweight fighter best known for becoming the first Mexican woman to win a UFC championship.
Known for her technical boxing, clean combinations and calm striking style, Grasso has become one of the most recognizable figures in women’s MMA while helping expand the global popularity of Mexican fighters inside the UFC.
The Guadalajara native trains out of Lobo Gym MMA and has competed against some of the biggest names in the women’s flyweight division.
Official Fighter Snapshot
| Stats | Info |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Karen Alexa Grasso Montes |
| Nickname | N/A |
| Record | 17-5-1 |
| Birthday | August 9, 1993 |
| Height | 5’5″ (165 cm) |
| Reach | 66″ (168 cm) |
| Weight Class | Flyweight |
| Promotion | UFC |
| Fighting Out Of | Guadalajara, Mexico |
| Team/Gym | Lobo Gym MMA |
| Stance | Orthodox |
What Makes Alexa Grasso Different?
Grasso has built her reputation around sharp boxing fundamentals and disciplined striking.
Unlike many women’s MMA fighters who rely heavily on wild exchanges, Grasso is known for her timing, clean combinations and ability to stay composed under pressure.
Her technical style became one of the biggest reasons she successfully transitioned from strawweight to flyweight, where she eventually captured UFC gold.
Alexa Grasso’s Rise Through Invicta and the UFC
Before joining the UFC, Grasso first gained attention competing in Invicta FC.
She entered the UFC undefeated and gradually developed into a title contender after wins over fighters including:
- Karolina Kowalkiewicz
- Maycee Barber
- Joanne Wood
- Viviane Araújo
The move to flyweight proved especially important for her career after difficult weight cuts earlier in her UFC run.
Becoming the First Mexican Female UFC Champion
Grasso made history at UFC 285 when she defeated Valentina Shevchenko to win the UFC women’s flyweight championship.
Entering the fight as a major underdog, Grasso shocked the MMA world by submitting Shevchenko with a face crank in the fourth round.
The victory made her:
- the first Mexican woman to win a UFC title
- one of the biggest stars in Mexican MMA
- a central figure during the UFC’s growing expansion into Mexico
She later fought Shevchenko to a split draw before losing the title in their trilogy fight.
Alexa Grasso’s Style and Popularity
Grasso’s popularity has grown because of both her fighting style and her connection with Mexican MMA fans.
She is widely viewed as one of the most technically polished female boxers in the UFC and has become an important figure for Spanish-speaking MMA audiences worldwide.
Outside the cage, Grasso has also worked as a UFC analyst for UFC Español broadcasts.
A Major Name in Women’s Flyweight MMA
Even after losing the UFC title, Grasso remains one of the biggest names in the women’s flyweight division.
Her knockout victory over Maycee Barber in 2026 helped reestablish momentum in her career and reminded fans why she remains one of the division’s top fighters.
