AKA

Cory
"Poppins"
McKenna

Stats

Stance: Orthodox
Division: Women's Flyweight
Height: 5' 3"
Reach: 58"
Leg reach: 36.00
Weight: 115 lbs.
Nationality: Wales, United Kingdom
Age: 24

Accolades

Recent win streak: 3
Wins by KO: 2
Wins by submission: 1

ATHLETE METRICS

STRIKING ACCURACY

Significant Strikes Attempted: 506
Significant Strikes Landed: 203

TAKEDOWN ACCURACY

Takedowns Attempted: 17

BIOGRAPHY

Cory McKenna is a 24-year-old professional mixed martial artist and former amateur MMA champion, currently competing in the Ultimate Fighting Championship’s (UFC) strawweight division. Born and raised in Bristol, England, Cory began her martial arts career at the age of 16. After two years of training she won her first British Amateur MMA title as a teen. She then transitioned to professional fighting after winning several amateur titles over the next few years, making her debut in 2018 against Alexandra Toncheva at Cage Warriors 100.

Cory quickly rose to prominence after joining UFC in March 2020 following an impressive 11–2 record as an amateur fighter. Since then she has taken on some of the most formidable opponents in UFC’s 115 pounds weight class including Angela Hill, Miranda Maverick and Karol Rosa. In each fight Cory showcased not only excellent striking skills but also great defensive skills which made it difficult for any opponent to gain advantage over her inside the octagon cage.

Outside of fighting, Cory dedicates time to coaching others both inside and outside of sport related activities such as teaching self-defense classes or running seminars on personal development and motivation for aspiring athletes across Europe. She is also very vocal about mental health issues among young people particularly those who are involved with sports noting that it can be hard for athletes who put so much into their craft yet struggle with inner struggles which may lead them down paths they wouldn’t usually take had they been offered help from professionals earlier on their journey’s .

In addition to being a successful athlete herself , Cory is also an advocate for women’s rights using her platform both within MMA and beyond to promote gender equality by bringing attention towards lack opportunities available facing female fighters compared male counterparts no matter what industry they are working within . This shows that even though there isn’t always equal treatment when it comes down divisions amongst genders , she continues stand up speak out create awareness needed build better future generations come .

Overall , Cory McKenna is one talented young woman who has shown dedication commitment achieving success while still making sure give back society through various initiatives all levels combat sports which demonstrates why she considered role model many looking thrive own way life .

Fight History

Julia Polastri
Cory McKenna: Defeated
by Split Decision in Round 3
Sat. Oct 12, 2024
UFC Fight Night: Royval vs. Taira
Jaqueline Amorim
Cory McKenna: Defeated
by Submission in Round 1 @ 1:38
Sat. Mar 16, 2024
UFC Fight Night: Tuivasa vs. Tybura
Cheyanne Vlismas
Cory McKenna: Winner
by Unanimous Decision in Round 3
Sat. Dec 17, 2022
UFC Fight Night: Cannonier vs. Strickland
Miranda Granger
Cory McKenna: Winner
by Submission in Round 2 @ 1:03
Sat. Aug 06, 2022
UFC Fight Night: Santos vs. Hill
Elise Reed
Cory McKenna: Defeated
by Split Decision in Round 3
Sat. Mar 19, 2022
UFC Fight Night: Volkov vs. Aspinall
Kay Hansen
Cory McKenna: Winner
by Decision in Round 3
Sat. Nov 14, 2020
UFC Fight Night: Felder vs. Dos Anjos

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

Who Is Cory McKenna's Next Opponent In Her Upcoming Fight?
Unknown

Who Is Cory McKenna In UFC?
Cory McKenna is a Welsh professional mixed martial artist competing as a strawweight in the Ultimate Fighting Championship, with a brown belt in jiu-jitsu and a background in Cage Warriors.

What Is Cory McKenna's Record?
Cory McKenna's record in UFC is 8-2-0.

Who Is Cory McKenna's Husband?
Cory McKenna's husband is unknown.

What Is Cory McKenna's Profile On Sherdog?
As of my latest knowledge, Cory "Poppins" McKenna's profile on Sherdog showcases her as a professional mixed martial artist with a record of 6 wins and 1 loss, competing in the Strawweight division of UFC.

Is Cory McKenna A Lawyer?
Yes, Cory McKenna is a lawyer.

Who Is Cory McKenna, The Attorney From Maine?
Cory McKenna is an attorney from Maine who has handled hundreds of criminal cases and serves on the Board of Directors of the Maine Parental Rights Attorneys Association.

Who Won The Fight Between Cory McKenna And Miller Martin?
Unknown

What Is Cory McKenna's Profile On Tapology?
Cory McKenna, also known by her nickname "Poppins", is a Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) fighter profiled on the Tapology website.