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Sumiko Nakano | |
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Born | Sumiko Nakano December 8, 1998 Osaka, Japan |
Other names | Silent Lioness |
Residence | London, England |
Nationality | British-Japanese |
Height | 5 ft 4 in (1.63 m) / 163 cm |
Weight | 126 lb (57 kg; 9.0 st) |
Division | Flyweight |
Reach | 66 in (168 cm) |
Stance | Orthodox |
Team | MMA Sanctuary Academy |
Trainer | Cem Gökçen |
Years active | 2022 - present |
Amateur record | |
Total | 3 |
Wins | 2 |
Losses | 1 |
Other information | |
Mixed martial arts record from Sherdog |
Sumiko Nakano (born December 8, 1998) is a British-Japanese mixed martial artist, competing in the flyweight division. Known in the MMA community as the "Silent Lioness," Nakano has garnered attention for her technical prowess and strategic approach to fights.
Sumiko Nakano was born in Osaka, Japan, on December 8, 1998. After losing her parents in a car accident at age three, which also left her with a speech disability, she was adopted by a British family and moved to the United Kingdom at age four. This profound change introduced her to martial arts, which became a crucial outlet for overcoming her early life challenges and integrating into a new culture. Without initial intentions of pursuing a professional career, her engagement in martial arts organically deepened through training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Taekwondo, and Kickboxing. Known as the "Silent Lioness," her quiet determination and resilience through martial arts laid the groundwork for her later success in the mixed martial arts ( MMA) arena.
Sumiko Nakano, known as the "Silent Lioness" in the mixed martial arts ( MMA) community, competes in the flyweight division. Her training is conducted at MMA Sanctuary Academy in London, England, under the guidance of coach Cem Gökçen. Standing at a height of 5'4" (163 cm) with a reach of 66.0" (168 cm), her fighting style is a synthesis of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Taekwondo, and Kickboxing, which has contributed significantly to her competitive achievements. Nakano's amateur record includes notable victories, reflecting her technical skill and strategic prowess in the ring. Her profile in the sport was further elevated by her victory at the London Rumble MMA tournament, marking her as a notable competitor in the flyweight division. [1] [2] [3] [4]
Nakano is scheduled to make her professional debut on May 4, 2024, at "Fight Night at Hilton" held at Hilton Hasbrouck Heights in New York. She will face Elizabeth Frey in this bout, organized by MMA Pro League. [5] [6]
Amateur record breakdown | ||
3 matches | 2 wins | 1 loss |
By decision | 2 | 1 |
Res. | Record | Opponent | Method | Event | Date | Round | Time | Location | Notes |
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Win | 2–1 | Jessica | Decision (unanimous) | London Rumble | September 2, 2024 | 3 | 3:00 | London, England | Warrior Fight Series |
Win | 1–1 | Sarah | Decision (unanimous) | Winter Warrior Invitational | January 26, 2023 | 3 | 3:00 | London, England | International Mixed Martial Arts Federation (IMMAF) |
Loss | 0–1 | Emily | Split Decision | London Amateur Fight Night | March 17, 2022 | 3 | 3:00 | London, England | MMA debut • Cage Warriors Academy |
Category:Japanese female mixed martial artists Category:British female mixed martial artists Category:1998 births Category:People from Osaka Category:Living people