A WCK Muay Thai Champion, Jessy Jess embarked on her professional mixed martial arts (MMA) career in December 2012. Over her initial two years, she quickly compiled an impressive record of 5 wins and 1 loss competing across various regional promotions. Her early career saw her secure three inaugural championships in 2014: the UCU Women’s Bantamweight Championship, the XFC Australia Bantamweight Championship, and the Roshambo MMA Women’s Bantamweight Championship. Currently, Jessy Jess holds a Purple Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and trains at the renowned Combat Sports Academy.
Her career progressed with significant appearances in Invicta FC in both 2015 and 2016, setting the stage for her Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) debut in November 2017. In the highly competitive UFC octagon, she achieved notable victories, including a win against Bec Rawlings in 2017, followed by a prominent victory over Paige VanZant in 2018. Jessy Jess consistently competed across both the bantamweight and flyweight divisions within the organization, showcasing her versatility. Maintaining her presence at the elite level, Jessy Jess secured a TKO victory against Sarah Alpar in 2020 and a unanimous decision win against Joselyne Edwards in 2021 during her UFC tenure.
Her strategic transition into new disciplines further underscores her competitive spirit and marketability within the global combat sports landscape.