Draft:Sumiko Nakano

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.

Early Life
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.

Mixed Martial Arts Career
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.

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.

Fight History

 * First Fight: March 17, 2022 - London Amateur Fight Night at The Boxing Clinic, London. Nakano made her MMA debut and lost by split decision against Emily .... from England. This event was promoted by Cage Warriors Academy Southeast and sanctioned by the UK Mixed Martial Arts Federation (UKMMAF).
 * Second Fight: January 26, 2023 - Winter Warrior Invitational at Fight Zone London, Shoreditch. Nakano won by unanimous decision against Sarah .... from England. The event was promoted by Battle Arena and sanctioned by the International Mixed Martial Arts Federation (IMMAF).
 * Third Fight: September 2, 2023 - London Martial Arts Showcase at KO Gym East London, Bethnal Green. Nakano won by unanimous decision against Jessica .... from England. This event was promoted by Warrior Fight Series and sanctioned by the UK Mixed Martial Arts Federation (UKMMAF).