Vanessa Porto Fight News

Rumored female cast revealed for 'Ultimate Fighter 18: Rousey vs Zingano'

by David St. Martin from Bloody Elbow on May 2, 2013 8:00 PM EDT

A look at the 16 female fighters rumored to be competing in the upcoming 'Ultimate Fighter 18: Rousey vs Zingano'

Leslie Smith signs multi-fight agreement with Invicta, faces Jennifer Maia in July

by Luke Thomas from MMA Fighting on May 1, 2013 10:51 AM EDT

Two-time Fight of the Night winner Leslie Smith has re-upped with Invicta and will square off against Jennifer Maia in July at flyweight. The winner will earn a shot against current Invicta flyweight champ Barb Honchak.

Morning Report: Results, recaps and fight videos from a loaded combat sports weekend

by Shaun Al-Shatti from MMA Fighting on Apr 8, 2013 8:00 AM EDT

Rarely does the world of combat sports come alive all at once, but when it does, it's a sight to behold.

Invicta FC 5 results recap for 'Penne vs Waterson' last night (April 5) in Kansas City

by Brian Hemminger from MMAmania.com on Apr 6, 2013 8:32 AM EDT

MMAmania.com has a complete recap of last night's Invicta FC 5 main card which featured a pair of title fights as well as the debut of former Strikeforce champions Cris Cyborg and Sarah Kaufman. How did everyone do? Find out inside.

Invicta FC 5: Penne vs Waterson Results, Recap, and Gifs Highlights

by T.P. Grant from Bloody Elbow on Apr 6, 2013 12:37 AM EDT

Michelle Waterson came back from almost getting submitted to tap out Jessica Penne and claim the Atomweight Championship. Barb Honchak became the first Flyweight champion and Cris Cyborg got her first win in over a year.

Title bound: Invicta FC 5 co-main eventer Vanessa Porto interview exclusive with MMAmania.com

by Brian Hemminger from MMAmania.com on Apr 5, 2013 6:02 PM EDT

MMAmania's Brian Hemminger speaks to Invicta FC 5 flyweight title challenger Vanessa Porto about her victory over Tara LaRosa, finally fighting at flyweight and what it would mean to be a champion in this exclusive interview

Invicta FC 5: Penne vs Waterson Live Results and Play by Play

by T.P. Grant from Bloody Elbow on Apr 5, 2013 5:00 PM EDT

Live results, play-by-play, and discussion of Invicta FC 5 featuring Jessica Penne making her first title defense against Michelle "The Karate Hottie" Waterson, and Cristiane "Cyborg" Santos return to the cage.

Invicta FC 5 results and LIVE fight coverage for 'Penne vs Waterson' TONIGHT (April 5)

by Brian Hemminger from MMAmania.com on Apr 5, 2013 9:00 AM EDT

Get complete Invicta FC 5 results online, as well as live play-by-play of tonight's (April 5, 2013) all-female pay-per-view (PPV) event that features an weight title fight between Jessica Penne and Michelle Waterson from Kansas City.

Morning Report: Nick Diaz camp confirms negative UFC 158 drug test, requests further information from commission

by Shaun Al-Shatti from MMA Fighting on Apr 5, 2013 8:00 AM EDT

Six of the 24 fighters who competed at UFC 158 were drug tested. Nick Diaz was one of those fighters, and now his camp is requesting further information from the Quebec athletic commission.

Invicta FC 5 Results: Penne vs. Waterson

by Dave Doyle from MMA Fighting on Apr 5, 2013 12:01 AM EDT

Keep up with the Invicta FC 5 results for all of tonight's action from Kansas City.

All fighters make weight for Invicta FC 5

by Dave Doyle from MMA Fighting on Apr 4, 2013 7:10 PM EDT

All 26 fighters, including Cristiane "Cyborg" Santos and the four title fight competitors, made weight for Friday's Invicta 5 card.

Invicta FC 5 weigh in results LIVE from Kansas City for 'Penne vs Waterson'

by Brian Hemminger from MMAmania.com on Apr 4, 2013 8:00 AM EDT

MMAmania.com will be your home for all of the Invicta FC 5 weigh-in coverage, which will go down later today. Invicta FC 5 features an atomweight title fight between champion Jessica Penne and challenger Michelle Waterson (pictured).

Invicta FC 5 preview and predictions for 'Penne vs Waterson' on April 5 in Kansas City

by Brian Hemminger from MMAmania.com on Apr 3, 2013 11:00 PM EDT

MMAmania's Brian Hemminger offers his complete preview and predictions for Friday night's Invicta FC 5 main five bouts including the two title fights in the women's flyweight and atomweight divisions. Who does he think will win? Find out inside.

Invicta 5 results and LIVE fight coverage for 'Penne vs. Waterson' on April 5 in Kansas City

by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on Apr 1, 2013 11:03 AM EDT

Tune in to MMAmania.com this Friday night (April 5, 2013) starting at 7 p.m. ET for all the LIVE results and blow-by-blow action of Invicta 5: "Penne vs. Waterson" featuring two title fights and the return of "Cyborg" Santos.

Invicta president Shannon Knapp looks back at one year of starting all-women's group

by Dave Meltzer from MMA Fighting on Mar 29, 2013 5:40 PM EDT

The all-women's Invicta Fighting Championship is about to present its biggest show in history, as President Shannon Knapp talks about breaking down barriers in the minds of the public, and issues they'll have to deal with in the future.

Julia Budd vs. Mollie Estes booked for Invicta FC 5 with Veronica Rothenhausler hurt

by Press Release from MMAmania.com on Mar 26, 2013 5:00 PM EDT

Veronica Rothenhausler has been injured, prompting Julia Budd to step in on short notice to fight Mollie Estes at Invicta FC 5 on April 5 in Kansas City. Details inside.

Invicta 5: Cris Cyborg vs Fiona Muxlow fight booked with Ediane Gomes hurt

by Press Release from MMAmania.com on Mar 19, 2013 11:57 PM EDT

Invicta 5 fight card update: Former Strikeforce womens' featherweight champion Cristiane "Cyborg" Santos has a new opponent, Fiona Muxlow, at Ameristar Casino Hotel Kansas City on April 5, 2013, with Ediane Gomes hurt.

Bad Boy Presents Bloody Elbow Radio - Episode 254: MMA Discussion

by Matt Bishop from Bloody Elbow on Mar 19, 2013 4:01 PM EDT

Bloody Elbow Radio, presented by Bad Boy, is live now with Matt Bishop and Brian Hemminger to preview the weekend in MMA. We also discussed all the aftermath from UFC 158, plus took a look at the mess that is the UFC's lower weight classes.

Cyborg Santos to make promotional debut at Invicta 5 against Ediane Gomes

by Chris Hall from Bloody Elbow on Feb 16, 2013 12:17 AM EST

After much ado about a possible fight against Ronda Rousey, Cyborg Santos has found a new home. Coming up in the beginning of April she'll be making her debut with Invicta Fighting Championships.

Cris Cyborg signs with Invicta FC, will make her debut at Invicta FC 5

by Dave Meltzer from MMA Fighting on Feb 15, 2013 10:53 PM EST

Cris Cyborg may have signed to face Ediane Gomes on April 5, but the only name she talked about at the press conference announcing the fight was UFC bantamweight champion Ronda Rousey.

Nickname --	Birthdate 3/16/1984
Height / Weight 5'5" - 135lbs	Place of Birth Brazil

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